Is yoga really just about postures? Or is there something more beneath the surface?
In this episode, Katja Patel explores the deeper purpose of yoga, weaving together ancient wisdom, modern research, and her journey of healing chronic back pain through the practice. If you've ever felt unsure about what yoga actually is — or worried you're not flexible enough to start — this gentle, grounded conversation is for you.
We’ll explore the rich and often surprising history of yoga, from the Bhagavad Gita and Yoga Sutras to the Hatha Yoga Pradipika. You’ll hear how yoga postures were never the end goal, but a starting point for deeper practices like breathwork and meditation. Katja also shares what beginners can expect when stepping into a class for the first time, and why you truly can begin exactly where you are.
Whether you're yoga-curious, looking to relieve stress or pain, or simply want to reconnect with yourself, this episode offers encouragement, clarity, and a fresh perspective on what yoga can be, beyond the mat.
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