In this very interesting chat with Kim Fende, founder of The Mindfulness Academy.  We covered a couple of interesting and not often spoken about topics.  We discussed mindfulness and how it can be used to help heal emotional trauma.  Additionally Kim discussed her fascinating work with healing frequencies through the use of tuning forks and crystal singing bowls.  Lovely chat with a lovely lady.  I hope you enjoy!

This was another really pleasant chat with Dr Joyce Knudsen.  As we are living in some fairly unusual times I wanted to draw on Dr Joyce's 7 decades of experience.  To understand what tribulations she had seen and how we could apply these lessons to the current turbulent times we live in. As patterns in society tend to be quite cyclical.  I think it's important to learn from the previous generations to better understand how we can navigate current challenges with more ease.  I hope you find...

This conversation was with Dr Teralyn Sell who has been a brain health expert and psychotherapist for the last 20 years.  Dr Sell's method is very interesting as she has moved away from prescription drugs as an answer.  Instead, using diet and more natural methods to balance brain chemistry.  Enjoy the episode! Also please consider subscribing and leaving a comment/feedback. Title music credit Colin Shakh.  

In this episode of The Laya Yoga podcast I had a discussion with Dr Jodi Aman about anxiety in teens.  We talked through the modern environment and how this impacts teenagers self worth and confidence.  We also discussed how this can be addressed  and the solutions in her upcoming book "Anxiety...I'm so done with you".  Enjoy! Title music credit to Colin Shakh.

Jaya Jaya Myra is a published author and speaker on natural health, wellness, spirituality and mind body wellbeing. Her work emphasizes integrative mind-body approaches to wellness, stress reduction, and overall life balance, which help people stay well mentally, emotionally and physically.  After hitting rock bottom and finding nothing was working for her fibromyalgia.  Myra healed her self through ancient Indian Ayurvedic medical practises.  This was all part of a journey that moved her...

This was a lovely chat with the very personable Duncan McKean, who features on the BBC 1 show 'Money for Nothing'.  The focus of this chat was around his 'Don't Hold It In' project, which was sparked from the tragic suicide of his friend. Suicide is the single biggest killer of men under the age of 45 in the UK.  We touched on this, Duncan's story and what people can do if they are struggling.  The key message is; the tools are out there and people are ready to listen.  Please don't hold it...

Dr Joyce Knudsen has co/authored 10 books, holding a number of MBA's and a PhD.  With significant experience built up over the last 7 decades.  In this free ranging conversation we touched on many, many aspects of well being.  But Dr Knudsen was kind enough to share the difference between self confidence and self esteem.  With some actionable tips on how you can increase your self esteem.  Dr Knudsen also kindly shared some real pearls of wisdom for the younger generation.  Enjoy and if...

This was a delightful chat with Kristina Rihanoff who spent 8 seasons as a dance choreographer/partner on Strictly Come Dancing, after spending many years competing around the world. We discussed her latest project, how yoga complemented her dance career and also helped her to deal with the pressure of millions watching on TV while she competed. Enjoy!

Yelmurat Bestibay is a yogi and meditator from Kazakhstan.  He takes us through his journey from having stomach pains, through to discovering the yogic diet and how that has impacted his body as a whole.  This was a really enjoyable chat with actionable idea's that people can take away and experiment with in their own lives.  Enjoy!  

In this interesting conversation with James Bacon - The Posture, Strength & Conditioning Coach we discuss his journey so far.  Why he decided to start his own business, the challenges he faced and overcame.  The role yoga plays in his well being and what actionable advice he can give to people who may be suffering back pain.   Enjoy!

An inspirational conversation with Helen 'Hell Raiser' Harper. We discussed her journey from abuse, to empowerment, to finding her purpose.

A fascinating chat with Daksha Patel, owner of Your Mind At Work corporate well being consultancy.  We discussed Daksha's journey from struggling to be heard due to the limitations of her childhood programming as an Asian female.  To the methods she learned to become conscious of these self sabotaging patterns and how she has empowered her self and the organisations she works with to improve their performance.

An excellent conversation with Scott Robinson AKA The Yogi Banker. A director of a bank in London, Scott shares his journey and wisdom from dealing with anxiety to inner peace and becoming The Yogi Banker.

Another experimental episode (so keep baring with us!) where we take a quick look at the relationship between stress and the immune system.

This is the first experimental episode of The Laya Yoga podcast (so bare with us!). These are some opening thoughts on Corona Virus and why it's never been more important for people to have a process to consciously help them feel good.