The onion peelers

Honoring tradition while embracing uniqueness

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Thu, 30 Jun 2022 19:15:00 +0100

Welcome back to the Onion Peelers podcast! In this episode Lana and Mercedes talk all about tradition. Its definition, its meaning in the context of Ashtanga Yoga, and how it evolves and changes over time... and much more. Plus two little extra 'bonus tracks' answering questions from faithful listeners.

Aligning ourselves back home

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0100

In this Onion Peelers episode Lana and Mercedes discuss all about yoga alignment. What is it? What is it for? How does it change over time? They also share a few suggestions to play with in your own practice of self-exploration. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording!

Mentioned in this episode:

The Yoga of relationships

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Sat, 20 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0100

In this episode Lana and Mercedes, discuss the student-teacher relationship, its dynamics, the struggles we currently face within the yoga industry - and how we all play a key role in nurturing healthy relationships with each other.

The power of breath, focus and the subtle body

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Tue, 10 Aug 2021 08:00:00 +0100

In this episode Lana and Mercedes have a meandering conversation about the power of breath, focus and their relationship to the subtle body. They also share their own experiences, reflections and a few tips on how to cultivate a relationship with these more subtle aspects of both our bodies and practice.

The elusive bandhas

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0100

In this episode Lana & Mercedes talk about the elusive bandhas. They share their thoughts , tips and challenges on how to access these energetic seals and how they relate to our subtle anatomy and practice. Enjoy!

Mentioned in this episode:

The breath

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Tue, 27 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0100

In this episode Lana and Mercedes chat about their favorite topic of all times, the breath! They discuss Ujjayi breathing in particularly, in the context of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga and flow sort of practices and they share their insights on benefits, challenges and more.

Mentioned in this episode:

Our book recommendations for Yoga students, teachers and spiritual seekers

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 12:45:00 +0100

Make space in your bookshelf! In this episode Lana and Mercedes share their favorite book titles to support and inspire your Yoga journey.

Mentioned in this episode:

Your mind, your body, and your ability to change and learn new things

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Tue, 23 Feb 2021 09:00:00 +0100

In this episode Lana and Mercedes chat about the mind-body connection, the nervous system, and the incredible ability we all have within us to change and learn new things.

We hope you enjoy listening as much as we did recording!

Mentioned in this episode:

Gratitude in times of hardship

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Mon, 11 Jan 2021 09:00:00 +0100

Join Lana, Mercedes, and The Breathing Space community on this first Satsang edition. The Sanskrit word comes from 'sat' meaning true, honest, real, and 'sangha' meaning community. In other words, it means being in the company of truth, a gathering of like-minded, uplifting people on the spiritual path.

Enjoy!

Joy and confrontation in practice

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Sun, 22 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0100

In this episode Lana and Mercedes dismantle the idea of 'joy' in practice and talk real about confrontation and struggles while on the mat.

Polarity

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 17:00:00 +0100

In this episode Lana and Mercedes have an open conversation about polarities, contradictions and strong point of views within the yoga world.

What is your motivation for practice?

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Sun, 27 Sep 2020 09:00:00 +0100

In this episode Lana and Mercedes answer a very interesting question submitted by one of their listeners and students:

"If you were isolated from society for a year, what would motivate you to keep practicing ashtanga yoga? What is it for you that make it different from other seated meditation or other physical practice? Have you ever had moments of doubt?"

The chakras

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 17:20:00 +0100

In this episode Lana and Mercedes talk about the seven major chakras (energy centers), their relationship to our nervous system, endocrine system and how they affect our overall well being.

Enjoy!

A practice for everyone

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Tue, 14 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0100

In this episode Lana & Mercedes break down some of the many common misconceptions about yoga and who it is for, talk about the burden of social media, and ask the open question how can we strengthen and grow our yoga community through more diversity.

Mentioned in this episode:

Finding a practice that works for YOU

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Mon, 15 Jun 2020 09:00:00 +0100

In this episode we talk about the difference between yoga styles and schools, the different practice settings, and how to choose the right one for you. Enjoy!

Mentioned in this podcast:

How to navigate your first yoga teaching years.

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Tue, 02 Jun 2020 09:00:00 +0100

In this episode we share our experiences and tips on how to navigate those challenging early years of yoga teaching. Enjoy!

Mentioned in this episode:

How to develop and maintain a (yoga) practice

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Tue, 26 May 2020 18:00:00 +0100

How to start, develop and maintain a practice throughout the ups and downs of life (both big and small). You are not alone, we have all been there! In this episode we share our own experiences and tips to help you keep showing up for yourself. Enjoy!

Why your body is like an onion - The layers of the body.

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Mon, 18 May 2020 09:00:00 +0100

Join Lana and Mercedes on a journey through the layers of the body. These layers known as koshas were first mentioned in the Upanishads. We hope you find this episode funtresting!

Mentioned in the podcast:

The eight limbs of yoga

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Tue, 05 May 2020 09:00:00 +0100

Join Lana and Mercedes on a chat about the 8 limbs of yoga,. These guidelines for living a purposeful and meaningful life are also known as Ashtanga Yoga presented by Patanjali in The Yoga Sutras, sadhana pada.

Mentioned in the podcast:

Edwin Bryant, author of The Yoga sutras of Patanjali

"Listen to your body" and our relationship to pain

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 09:00:00 +0100

Join Lana and Mercedes in an open discussion about the phrase "listen to your body" and how our relationship to pain influences our ability to do this kind of listening. This is a big fat onion!

Mentioned in this article:

What stops us from seeing the truth.

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Tue, 14 Apr 2020 09:00:00 +0100

Join Lana and Mercedes in an open discussion on the things that get in the way of us becoming our greatest self, which in yoga philosophy are presented as the kleshas by Patanjali in The Yoga Sutras, sadhana pada.

Mentioned in the podcast:

Edwin Bryant, author of The Yoga sutras of Patanjali

The obstacle is the path

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0100

This first episode was inspired by the zen proverb "The obstacle is the path". Often in life and practice we get discouraged by challenges when in fact they are the path itself, a theme also addressed by Patanjali in the first chapter of the Yoga sutras, Samadhi Pada.

Mentioned in the podcast:

Edwin Bryant, author of The Yoga sutras of Patanjali