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May 2023
19m 21s

Contextualizing Ahimsa and Making it Rel...

Arundhati Baitmangalkar
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In this episode, Arundhati dives deep into unpacking the living principle of ahimsa in yoga. Many yoga teachers understand the principles of ahimsa. But can’t translate it into tangible steps for people who show up in their yoga classes wanting to learn poses. In this episode, you’ll learn about what ahimsa really means even beyond yoga. The Sanskrit brea ... Show More
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