<![CDATA[Real Yoga]]>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 19:13:48 +0000Captivate.fmEric Walrabensteinhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/fef9a800-9fc5-4061-8014-559af233d290/fLLj52srwp5kFMQN9h1kkM5Q.jpgReal YogaEric WalrabensteinEric WalrabensteinJoin Eric Walrabenstein, aka Eric Wal, for an exploration of the inner dimension of yoga, meditation, and mindfulness and the surprising ways they can help you live a happier, healthier life starting today. You'll discover how you can use ancient wisdom to elevate your moods, increase your energy, reduce stress, heal from past traumas, and much more. A best-selling author and ordained Yogacharya (Master of Yoga), over the past 30 years, Eric has helped tens of thousands of his students from around the globe live with more joy and success in every corner of their lives including helping over 6,000 U.S. service members and veterans heal from chronic stress, addictions, and PTSD. Learn how you can study with Eric directly at the links below... ↓ JOIN THE BRIGHTLIFE YOGA COLLECTIVE ↓ Join an amazing community of yoga practitioners on a sacred journey through yoga's forgotten teachings and practices in the online BrightLife Yoga Collective. Learn more at https://www.ericwal.com/collective ↓ JOIN MY PATREON COMMUNITY ↓ Get my best yoga and meditation practices sent to you each month when you become one of my Patrons. Learn more at https://www.patreon.com/ericwalhttps://www.ericwal.comnoepisodicThe Problem with SurrenderThe Problem with SurrenderIn yoga we call surrender Ishvara Pranidhana. In the Christian tradition, they say "Thy will be done." But no matter what term we use, it's inarguable: the practice of surrender can be a powerful tool to support us on our spiritual journeys—and in our daily lives. Although that's true only if we use it right.

]]>In yoga we call surrender Ishvara Pranidhana. In the Christian tradition, they say "Thy will be done." But no matter what term we use, it's inarguable: the practice of surrender can be a powerful tool to support us on our spiritual journeys—and in our daily lives. Although that's true only if we use it right.

]]>b127f1da-0ccf-4af3-a875-fc1f34997a1dFri, 02 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -070016:47nofull28Eric WalrabensteinThe End of SeparationThe End of SeparationEpisode 27: "It's not what you look at that matters, it's what you see." These words from the American poet and philosopher Henry David Thoreau reveal an open secret to accessing the state of wholeness, ease, and fulfillment we yearn for. Join me in this episode for an exploration of that secret together with a custom meditation experience to open the door to your own fullness of being.

]]>Episode 27: "It's not what you look at that matters, it's what you see." These words from the American poet and philosopher Henry David Thoreau reveal an open secret to accessing the state of wholeness, ease, and fulfillment we yearn for. Join me in this episode for an exploration of that secret together with a custom meditation experience to open the door to your own fullness of being.

]]>2468c8cd-d761-4d6b-86f7-919514360ebdFri, 25 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -070025:54nofull27Eric WalrabensteinConcealing ContentmentConcealing ContentmentEpisode 26: "Rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you." This verse from the Tao Te Ching reminds us of the importance of one of yoga's key practices: Santosha or contentment. Join me in this episode and learn why this nectar of spiritual development remains so elusive for many—and how to invite it into your life.

]]>Episode 26: "Rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you." This verse from the Tao Te Ching reminds us of the importance of one of yoga's key practices: Santosha or contentment. Join me in this episode and learn why this nectar of spiritual development remains so elusive for many—and how to invite it into your life.

]]>54a9219f-f0a5-4f8d-aa00-392f8c72dcb2Fri, 18 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -070018:40nofull26Eric WalrabensteinSpiritual CaloriesSpiritual CaloriesEpisode 25: The old Swami had blessed me with some of the most powerful spiritual advice I had ever been given—and since that time, it's changed my life. Join me for a surprising exploration of the power of yoga's practice of Saucha, or purity and I'll share that advice with you too.

]]>Episode 25: The old Swami had blessed me with some of the most powerful spiritual advice I had ever been given—and since that time, it's changed my life. Join me for a surprising exploration of the power of yoga's practice of Saucha, or purity and I'll share that advice with you too.

]]>6e778507-6ab9-4e1e-b2f9-1a4e080711f5Fri, 11 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -070020:21nofull25Eric WalrabensteinSabotaging Your YogaSabotaging Your YogaEpisode 24: "To the keep and intent practitioner, spiritual success comes quickly." These are the words of the great sage Patanjali. In this episode, we'll be exploring this Sutra and how it subtly points to one of the many ways modern yoga practitioners unwittingly sabotage their yoga practices and their spiritual progress.

]]>Episode 24: "To the keep and intent practitioner, spiritual success comes quickly." These are the words of the great sage Patanjali. In this episode, we'll be exploring this Sutra and how it subtly points to one of the many ways modern yoga practitioners unwittingly sabotage their yoga practices and their spiritual progress.

]]>bf38cc7c-e762-4783-80f6-2edec90524b0Thu, 27 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -070019:37nofull24Eric WalrabensteinThe Beauty of ExtinctionThe Beauty of ExtinctionEpisode 23: "To study the Way is to study the self. To study the self is to forget the self. To forget the self is to be enlightened by the 10,000 things." Could these words from the great Zen Master Eihei Dogen be the key to your shortcut to freedom and everlasting joy? In this episode we find out.

]]>Episode 23: "To study the Way is to study the self. To study the self is to forget the self. To forget the self is to be enlightened by the 10,000 things." Could these words from the great Zen Master Eihei Dogen be the key to your shortcut to freedom and everlasting joy? In this episode we find out.

]]>3eaa0fcb-9893-4965-9bc8-e982178c3bd8Thu, 13 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -070019:27nofull23Eric WalrabensteinThe Spiritual Booby PrizeThe Spiritual Booby PrizeEpisode 22: Spiritual wisdom and practices are designed to bring us to the experience of our truest, Divine Selves. Sadly, so many of us stop short of that most precious of gifts owing only to an invisible force that lies only in our minds. And it's one that can be easily conquered.

]]>Episode 22: Spiritual wisdom and practices are designed to bring us to the experience of our truest, Divine Selves. Sadly, so many of us stop short of that most precious of gifts owing only to an invisible force that lies only in our minds. And it's one that can be easily conquered.

]]>3f53ca6f-1a79-424c-865e-dcca1993583aThu, 06 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -070019:53nofull22Eric WalrabensteinHow "Addiction" Affects Us AllHow "Addiction" Affects Us AllEpisode 21: So many are quick to dismiss addiction as something that only affects other people. But could more subtle forms of addiction be keeping millions of us trapped in habits and behaviors that have devastating consequences for ourselves as well as those we love? You might be surprised.

]]>Episode 21: So many are quick to dismiss addiction as something that only affects other people. But could more subtle forms of addiction be keeping millions of us trapped in habits and behaviors that have devastating consequences for ourselves as well as those we love? You might be surprised.

]]>65a4386c-e306-4678-923e-585c9befc5ebThu, 29 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -070019:51nofull21Eric WalrabensteinThe Secret to Self ControlThe Secret to Self ControlEpisode 20: Self-control. It's a precious skill that can radically improve every area of life. From leaving behind unhealthy habits to being more loving toward our children, and even breaking free from addiction.  In this episode, we'll be exploring one of yoga's little-known secrets to taking back our power from cravings, urges, and emotions of all kinds.

]]>Episode 20: Self-control. It's a precious skill that can radically improve every area of life. From leaving behind unhealthy habits to being more loving toward our children, and even breaking free from addiction.  In this episode, we'll be exploring one of yoga's little-known secrets to taking back our power from cravings, urges, and emotions of all kinds.

]]>ed2d3ac8-75ad-461f-b5b0-54b9cc28a309Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -070017:58nofull20Eric WalrabensteinThe Terrorist in Your HeadThe Terrorist in Your HeadEveryone knows: Negotiate with terrorists at your peril. By giving into their demands, you're only ensuring you'll be subject to more terrorism. Even so, most of us give into the demands of the never-satisfied mind, the terrorist within, without a moment of thought about the dangerous consequences. In this episode, we'll explore the dangers of giving our power over to the terrorizing mind, and how to enjoy more calm, joy, and freedom in life. 

]]>Everyone knows: Negotiate with terrorists at your peril. By giving into their demands, you're only ensuring you'll be subject to more terrorism. Even so, most of us give into the demands of the never-satisfied mind, the terrorist within, without a moment of thought about the dangerous consequences. In this episode, we'll explore the dangers of giving our power over to the terrorizing mind, and how to enjoy more calm, joy, and freedom in life. 

]]>8bf9a280-4f3c-4aa6-9882-deccd38293bbWed, 14 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -070018:59nofull19Eric WalrabensteinThe Power of DesireThe Power of DesireEpisode 18: Desire. It's one of the most powerful forces on the planet. And yet, so few of us truly understand what it is—or how to control it. In this episode, we'll be taking our first steps to taming desires of all kinds: from subtle impulses to the out-of-control cravings of addiction.

]]>Episode 18: Desire. It's one of the most powerful forces on the planet. And yet, so few of us truly understand what it is—or how to control it. In this episode, we'll be taking our first steps to taming desires of all kinds: from subtle impulses to the out-of-control cravings of addiction.

]]>73c5741c-3493-4b74-8cd6-84909a951cbbWed, 07 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -070009:20nofull18Eric WalrabensteinUnreasonable HappinessUnreasonable HappinessEpisode 17: There's a reason so many struggle to find deep and lasting happiness in their lives—and it's one that hardly anyone is talking about. In this episode, we'll explore the reason lasting happiness can seem so elusive and discover the secret to inviting it effortlessly into our lives. 

]]>Episode 17: There's a reason so many struggle to find deep and lasting happiness in their lives—and it's one that hardly anyone is talking about. In this episode, we'll explore the reason lasting happiness can seem so elusive and discover the secret to inviting it effortlessly into our lives. 

]]>569055c6-0dc4-48ba-bffe-6c2c047d8428Wed, 26 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -070028:24nofull17Eric WalrabensteinPerverting ScripturePerverting ScriptureEpisode 16: Scripture from the world's great spiritual traditions contains powerful guidance to help lift us to the lives of freedom we were meant to live—but only if we are able to interpret its sometimes obscure and dense wisdom. In this episode, we'll be exploring how to avoid the top three mistakes that hold us back from enjoying the true power scripture has to fill our lives with joy and wonder—regardless of tradition. 

]]>Episode 16: Scripture from the world's great spiritual traditions contains powerful guidance to help lift us to the lives of freedom we were meant to live—but only if we are able to interpret its sometimes obscure and dense wisdom. In this episode, we'll be exploring how to avoid the top three mistakes that hold us back from enjoying the true power scripture has to fill our lives with joy and wonder—regardless of tradition. 

]]>57ae16c3-d907-47ec-a413-e2548f7665d2Wed, 12 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -070031:40nofull16Eric WalrabensteinThe Yoga ProblemThe Yoga ProblemEpisode 15: With 36 million Americans practicing yoga, this ancient science of transformation is more popular today than ever before. But is what so many people practicing really yoga? And should you care? Join me for an exploration of why millions of people are practicing yoga, but are still not getting the amazing benefits they deserve.

]]>Episode 15: With 36 million Americans practicing yoga, this ancient science of transformation is more popular today than ever before. But is what so many people practicing really yoga? And should you care? Join me for an exploration of why millions of people are practicing yoga, but are still not getting the amazing benefits they deserve.

]]>41c39251-63e3-45e5-89aa-656610f561e7Wed, 29 Jan 2020 09:00:00 -070028:12nofull15Eric WalrabensteinIn Praise of SelfishnessIn Praise of SelfishnessEpisode 14: It was St. Francis who said that "in giving, it is that we receive." And while there may be much truth in that, there is also a hidden danger that awaits those who give too much. Join me for an exploration of the magic of service—and just as importantly, how you can avoid the trap that leads millions into lives of exhaustion, overwhelm, and worse.

]]>Episode 14: It was St. Francis who said that "in giving, it is that we receive." And while there may be much truth in that, there is also a hidden danger that awaits those who give too much. Join me for an exploration of the magic of service—and just as importantly, how you can avoid the trap that leads millions into lives of exhaustion, overwhelm, and worse.

]]>6bec675a-a2f9-4329-b97e-bffebd140dd7Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:00:00 -070023:19nofull14Eric WalrabensteinThe Power Inside YouThe Power Inside YouEpisode 13: "Whatever you can do, or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it." Join me to explore Goethe's words and how we can use them to tap the great power that lives dormant within us all; a power that can literally to change the trajectory of our lives and deliver us the joy and abundance and freedom we yearn for.

]]>Episode 13: "Whatever you can do, or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it." Join me to explore Goethe's words and how we can use them to tap the great power that lives dormant within us all; a power that can literally to change the trajectory of our lives and deliver us the joy and abundance and freedom we yearn for.

]]>6d31d2cb-a0fd-4a7e-a591-9b2b59a785f9Wed, 01 Jan 2020 09:00:00 -070028:02nofull13Eric WalrabensteinBlessings in DisguiseBlessings in DisguiseEpisode 12: "The purpose of a spiritual friend is to insult you." In this episode we use Trungpa Rinpoche's words to explore the hidden gift that lives embedded in all of life's difficulties and how we can use a specific type of practice to create ever greater measures of inner peace and joy, despite what life brings our way.

]]>Episode 12: "The purpose of a spiritual friend is to insult you." In this episode we use Trungpa Rinpoche's words to explore the hidden gift that lives embedded in all of life's difficulties and how we can use a specific type of practice to create ever greater measures of inner peace and joy, despite what life brings our way.

]]>327353b3-afa7-4a64-ade2-3e1fc1b97309Wed, 18 Dec 2019 09:00:00 -070026:44nofull12Eric WalrabensteinThe Universe InsideThe Universe InsideEpisode 11: "Don't be lonely, the entire universe is inside you." These words, written by the poet and Sufi mystic Rumi, point to an overlooked truth about the nature of who we are. It's a truth that can bring great joy and freedom into our lives. Join me as we explore.

]]>Episode 11: "Don't be lonely, the entire universe is inside you." These words, written by the poet and Sufi mystic Rumi, point to an overlooked truth about the nature of who we are. It's a truth that can bring great joy and freedom into our lives. Join me as we explore.

]]>d2532b52-e6ee-46f2-91ec-b3769b296a26Thu, 12 Dec 2019 09:00:00 -070028:29nofull11Eric WalrabensteinNothing Outside YouNothing Outside YouEpisode 10: What if nothing outside of you could ever disturb you? No matter what you saw, what you heard, or how you were treated? This alluring fantasy might be closer than you think. In this episode, we'll explore the true source of the disturbing feelings we call emotions, and the simple steps we can take to live with more ease, clarity, and joy.

]]>Episode 10: What if nothing outside of you could ever disturb you? No matter what you saw, what you heard, or how you were treated? This alluring fantasy might be closer than you think. In this episode, we'll explore the true source of the disturbing feelings we call emotions, and the simple steps we can take to live with more ease, clarity, and joy.

]]>77683e1c-ccab-4a3c-9015-89eabe1277d0Wed, 04 Dec 2019 09:00:00 -070026:25nofull10Eric WalrabensteinThe Truth of ThingsThe Truth of ThingsEpisode 9: "I see only what you see, it's just that I notice what I see." With these words from the enlightened master Ramana Maharshi, we explore how quite often, things are not as they seem, and we'll learn how, with the right effort, we can pierce through the illusion to find ever greater clarity, joy, and our most essential identity.

]]>Episode 9: "I see only what you see, it's just that I notice what I see." With these words from the enlightened master Ramana Maharshi, we explore how quite often, things are not as they seem, and we'll learn how, with the right effort, we can pierce through the illusion to find ever greater clarity, joy, and our most essential identity.

]]>6811f19a-371d-4ce2-9476-4ef2871c101bWed, 27 Nov 2019 09:00:00 -070033:50nofull9Eric WalrabensteinYou Are Not BrokenYou Are Not BrokenEpisode 8: "Let come what comes, let go what goes, see what remains." In this episode we use Ramana Maharshi's sage advice to explore our most essential nature and consider how we may already be free, whole, and perfect without even noticing it.

]]>Episode 8: "Let come what comes, let go what goes, see what remains." In this episode we use Ramana Maharshi's sage advice to explore our most essential nature and consider how we may already be free, whole, and perfect without even noticing it.

]]>df96b567-bc39-4c2b-b571-30f87d436619Wed, 20 Nov 2019 09:00:00 -070028:08nofull8Eric WalrabensteinWhat is Lacking?What is Lacking?Episode 7: "What in this moment is lacking? And to answer, look, don't think." The words of my Zen Master spoken to me some 30 years ago continue to serve me and my students in profound ways. Join me in this episode and learn how they can help you reconnect with the nourishing simplicity present in each moment of your life. 

]]>Episode 7: "What in this moment is lacking? And to answer, look, don't think." The words of my Zen Master spoken to me some 30 years ago continue to serve me and my students in profound ways. Join me in this episode and learn how they can help you reconnect with the nourishing simplicity present in each moment of your life. 

]]>d45e280f-6191-41a2-a867-227aaa332052Wed, 13 Nov 2019 04:15:00 -070025:37nofull7Eric WalrabensteinMastering DesireMastering DesireEpisode 6: Desire is a powerful force in our lives, and it's one that can too often lead us down a path that damages our health, our relationships, and and even career success. In this episode, we'll be exploring how cravings and desires are able to exert such control over us, and we'll learn how ancient wisdom can help us take back control once and for all. 

]]>Episode 6: Desire is a powerful force in our lives, and it's one that can too often lead us down a path that damages our health, our relationships, and and even career success. In this episode, we'll be exploring how cravings and desires are able to exert such control over us, and we'll learn how ancient wisdom can help us take back control once and for all. 

]]>68736950-c671-4d5f-87f1-66a6b733b435Wed, 06 Nov 2019 09:00:00 -070027:28nofull6Eric WalrabensteinResistance is FutileResistance is FutileEpisode 5: "You thank God for the good things that happen to you, but not for the bad. This is where you go wrong." These words were spoken by a great sage, Ramana Maharshi. In this episode, we'll be using them to investigating an invisible habit that can overwhelm our lives with unnecessary suffering, and then look at how to skillfully use the practice of surrender to enjoy more calm, more joy, more often.

]]>Episode 5: "You thank God for the good things that happen to you, but not for the bad. This is where you go wrong." These words were spoken by a great sage, Ramana Maharshi. In this episode, we'll be using them to investigating an invisible habit that can overwhelm our lives with unnecessary suffering, and then look at how to skillfully use the practice of surrender to enjoy more calm, more joy, more often.

]]>ea47c85b-4a47-4a8f-915b-e9cb2ea840f3Wed, 30 Oct 2019 09:00:00 -070027:52nofull5Eric WalrabensteinYoga, the Bible, & HappinessYoga, the Bible, & HappinessEpisode 4: In this episode we'll be exploring the answers to three listener questions. You'll learn about how happiness can lead to enlightenment, how yoga relates to Biblical teachings, and how you can find peace and joy right in this moment—even if you have a full and busy life.

Learn more about Eric and the life-changing benefits of yoga, meditation and the mind-body arts at www.ericwal.com.

]]>Episode 4: In this episode we'll be exploring the answers to three listener questions. You'll learn about how happiness can lead to enlightenment, how yoga relates to Biblical teachings, and how you can find peace and joy right in this moment—even if you have a full and busy life.

Learn more about Eric and the life-changing benefits of yoga, meditation and the mind-body arts at www.ericwal.com.

]]>1b5bc4ea-431c-4f31-84f0-c4134a3d5d1fWed, 23 Oct 2019 09:00:00 -070026:34nofull4Eric WalrabensteinThe Path to WholenessThe Path to WholenessEpisode 3: The Taoist Master, Chuang Tzu, invited us home to wholeness with his famous words "Come with me to the palace of nowhere, where all the many things are one." In this episode, we'll explore why the fullness of being can seem so elusive, and we'll look at techniques from yoga, meditation, and other spiritual traditions you can use to relax into the experience of your truest essence.

]]>Episode 3: The Taoist Master, Chuang Tzu, invited us home to wholeness with his famous words "Come with me to the palace of nowhere, where all the many things are one." In this episode, we'll explore why the fullness of being can seem so elusive, and we'll look at techniques from yoga, meditation, and other spiritual traditions you can use to relax into the experience of your truest essence.

]]>cb0f41e9-9344-4052-a112-6a82c9899a21Wed, 16 Oct 2019 12:00:00 -070024:06nofull3Eric WalrabensteinThe Inner SolutionThe Inner SolutionEpisode 2: The Buddha taught that "your worst enemy cannot hurt you as much as your mind unguarded." In this episode, we'll explore how it is that your mind can work against you, and more importantly, how you can win it over to your side making it our greatest ally for creating a life of happiness, clarity, and ease.

]]>Episode 2: The Buddha taught that "your worst enemy cannot hurt you as much as your mind unguarded." In this episode, we'll explore how it is that your mind can work against you, and more importantly, how you can win it over to your side making it our greatest ally for creating a life of happiness, clarity, and ease.

]]>abbd8aaf-03a1-4f26-a5c5-737a6790befdWed, 09 Oct 2019 19:00:00 -070024:50nofull2Eric WalrabensteinWhat About Now?What About Now?Episode 1: The great Zen Master Eihei Dogen taught "if you cannot find the truth where you are now, you will never find it." In this episode, we'll explore this teaching to understand how these century-old words can have a dramatic impact on our lives today.

]]>Episode 1: The great Zen Master Eihei Dogen taught "if you cannot find the truth where you are now, you will never find it." In this episode, we'll explore this teaching to understand how these century-old words can have a dramatic impact on our lives today.

]]>0685b787-d25b-46fd-8c27-63e71f9ad234Tue, 01 Oct 2019 09:00:00 -070019:26nofull1Eric Walrabenstein