Welcome to Episode 162: "Feeling Caught Up vs. Being Caught Up" with Host Sandy Raper. In this episode, Sandy reflects on the concept of feeling caught up versus being caught up. Sandy provides strategies for finding balance between the two states and emphasizes the importance of holistic well-being and the practice of yoga in managing responsibilities. Feeling caught up brings a sense of control, satisfaction, and relaxation.Being caught up can lead to stress, overwhelm, and burnout.Prioritize time management and develop keystone habits to maintain balance.Practice mindfulness to prevent feelings of being caught up from escalating into overwhelm.Recognize signs of stress and adjust priorities to create space and reduce unnecessary stress.Focus on incremental progress and reflection rather than striving for perfection.Take a holistic approach to managing responsibilities while maintaining personal well-being.The practice of yoga provides tools for managing responsibilities and finding balance. Episode Reference: Episode 76: "5 Keystone Habits for Yoga Teachers" ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: ⁠⁠www.sandyraper.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Contact Sandy⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the Beyond Yoga Teacher Training Newsletter List⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Order Sandy's new book:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Teaching From the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher

Welcome to Episode 161: 'Not All Yoga Teacher Trainings Are Created Equal" REWIND Episode. In this episode, Host Sandy Raper revisits, or rewinds the show to 2023, sharing Episode 122, one of the B.Y.T.T. Podcast's Top 10 Rankings. Episode Highlights: Investing in a yoga teacher training program requires time, financial resources, and energy.Research and educate yourself to make an informed decision.Not all yoga teacher trainings are the same, even if they follow Yoga Alliance's guidelines.Consider the depth of content and teaching approach when choosing a training.The training experience is crucial for building a solid foundation and equipping yourself with the necessary tools to become a yoga teacher. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: ⁠www.sandyraper.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Contact Sandy⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Join the Beyond Yoga Teacher Training Newsletter List⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Order Sandy's new book:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Teaching From the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher

Welcome to Episode 160: Beware: The Allure of Chasing Credentials In this episode, Sandy discusses the allure of chasing credentials in the yoga teaching world. She highlights the downsides of constantly seeking certifications, such as financial strain and burnout. Takeaways: - Constantly seeking new certifications can lead to financial strain and burnout. - Practical experience and application are crucial for building confidence and developing a personal teaching style. - Assess your current skills and set practical goals for your teaching practice. - Follow your passions in self-study and learning to expand your teaching opportunities. - Find a balance between acquiring new credentials and applying existing knowledge. Resources: ⁠www.sandyraper.com⁠⁠ Contact Sandy ⁠⁠Join the Beyond Yoga Teacher Training Newsletter List⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Order Sandy's new book:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Teaching From the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher

Welcome to Episode 159: Heart & Soul: The Vital Role of Emotional Intelligence in Yoga In this episode, Host Sandy Raper discusses the importance of emotional intelligence (EI) and its connection to the practice of yoga. She breaks down the five components of EI: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. Sandy emphasizes the significance of actively listening and understanding emotions, both in oneself and in others. Episode Highlights: 11:21: Introduction to Emotional Intelligence in Yoga 13:27: The Five Components of Emotional Intelligence 21:07: Accountability and Living from the Inside Out 25:23: Empathy and Compassion 30:10: Social Skills and Effective Communication 33:28 Active Listening and Constructive Conflict Resolution 37:12 Emotional Intelligence and Effective Decision Making RESOURCES ⁠www.sandyraper.com⁠ ⁠Join the Beyond Yoga Teacher Training Newsletter List⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Order Sandy's new book:⁠ ⁠Teaching From the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher

Welcome to Episode 158: "The Quiet Revolution: Gentle is the New Advanced" with Special Guest J. Brown and Host Sandy Raper. Highlights: - Concept of a quiet revolution in yoga practice and the challenges of teaching a more mindful approach. - The concept of 'gentle is the new advanced' challenges traditional notions of yoga practice. - The distinction between teaching an experience and teaching individuals how to practice. - The complexity of humanity and the diverse experiences that individuals bring to a yoga class, emphasizing the role of yoga in providing a space for connection and growth. Connect with J. Brown: www.jbrownyoga.com ⁠www.sandyraper.com Join the Beyond Yoga Teacher Training Newsletter List⁠ ⁠⁠Order Sandy's new book: Teaching From the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Interested in training with Sandy? Check out her courses and teacher training.⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠

Welcome to Episode 157: "Closing Doors and Making Space for Thriving" with Special Guest and Mentee Austeen Heeney In this conversation, Sandy and Austeen discuss their journey as yoga teachers and the evolving nature of their 'why'. Their conversation explores the important balance between the roles of being a student and a yoga teacher, as well as the impact of mentorship in these roles. Austeen reflects on the obstacles she faced as an entrepreneur and studio owner, including learning about business, overcoming limiting beliefs around money, and navigating difficult conversations. Despite these challenges, she found moments of thriving and growth.    03:24: Balancing the Roles of Student and Teacher 10:33: The Journey from Student to Teacher 28:46: Closing Doors and Making Space for Thriving 32:21: The Power of Mentorship in the Yoga Teaching Journey 35:00: Developing Trust Within Oneself 47:08: Creating an Inner Sanctuary Through Movement Practices and Workshops www.sandyraper.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Order Sandy's new book! Teaching From the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Interested in training with Sandy to become a yoga teacher? ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Join the Beyond Yoga Teacher Training Newsletter List⁠⁠⁠

Welcome to Episode 156: "Authenticity Building Community" with Special Guest Kat Harmon. As a part of a collection of special guest episodes to celebrate the recent debut of Host Sandy Raper's new book, ⁠Teaching From the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher⁠, Sandy welcomes guest, Kat Harmon, to the BYTT Podcast. Kat Harmon is the visionary behind the empowering brand "Love the Shit out of Yourself" and the driving force behind Sol Harmony Fest, a transformative 3-day holistic healing arts festival. She infuses her yoga and embodiment practices with a passion for self-love and self-awareness. Kat utilizes awareness and nervous system support to help individuals rewrite self-defeating patterns and shed outdated defense mechanisms, allowing them to reconnect with their most authentic selves. Over her extensive 20+ years of teaching, Kat's approach emphasizes laughter and thinking outside the box, fostering deep connections and personal growth. Connect with Kat Harmon: www.lovetheshitoutofyourself.com Episode Highlights: 03:19: The Journey of Building Community 04:20: Finding Your Path as a Yoga Teacher 09:22: Empowering Teachers to Be Themselves 10:58: Being Curious and Meeting People Where They Are 12:19: The Humanity and Relational Aspect of Teaching 13:09: Service and Connection as Driving Forces 14:25: Avoiding Replication and Ego-Driven Community Building 20:57: Encouraging Students to Build Community 22:12: Embracing the Unfolding Process 23:20: Overcoming Limitations and Attachment to Outcomes 25:27: Expanding Community and Balancing Ego 28:24: Building Community with Authenticity and Joy 33:03: Expanding Community Offerings www.sandyraper.com⁠⁠ ⁠Order Sandy's new book! Teaching From the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher⁠ ⁠⁠Interested in training with Sandy to become a yoga teacher? ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Join the Beyond Yoga Teacher Training Newsletter List⁠⁠

Welcome to Episode 155: "Moving Away from Pose-Focused Teaching" with Special Guest Mary Richards As a part of a collection of special guest episodes to celebrate the recent debut of Host Sandy Raper's new book, Teaching From the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher, Sandy welcomes guest, Mary Richards, back to the BYTT Podcast. Check out Mary's past episode on the BYTT Podcast: Episode 51: Organizing into Expansion with Mary Richards Connect with Mary Richards: www.yogawithmaryrichards.com Book: Teach People, Not Poses by Mary Richards EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 01:58: Inspiration Behind the Book: Teaching People, Not Poses 03:02: Chapter 1: Yoga Curious 08:0:6 Becoming Yoga Ready 23:24: Moving Away from Rigidity and Routine in Teaching 28:07: The Courage and Willingness to See Individual Expressions 29:11: Encouraging Individuality in Yoga Practice 31:47: Discovering Personal Expression in Asana 33:49: Changing the Narrative as Yoga Teachers 34:57: Shifting from Predictability to Curiosity 39:09: Recognizing Structure and Form in Asana 39:58: Anatomy as a Tool for Empowering Students 42:03: The Need for Functional Movement in Yoga 44:35: The Purpose of Asana and the Role of the Teacher RESOURCES www.sandyraper.com⁠ Order Sandy's new book! Teaching From the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher ⁠Interested in training with Sandy to become a yoga teacher? ⁠ ⁠Join the Beyond Yoga Teacher Training Newsletter List⁠

Welcome to Episode 154: "From Grief to Growth: Embracing Change and Unveiling a Beautiful Story" with Host Sandy Raper. In this special episode, Sandy announces the release of her first book, Teaching from the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher. Episode Highlights: - Insight into the journey of writing the Teaching From the Heart and the importance of trusting the process and seeking support from others along the way. - Sandy expresses gratitude towards influential teachers and mentors who have guided her in the book writing process. - Sandy emphasizes that the lessons in the book apply to all, not just yoga teachers, as yoga is a life practice. Now Available! Teaching From the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher RESOURCES: www.sandyraper.com Join the Beyond Yoga Teacher Training Bi-weekly Newsletter

Welcome to Episode 153: Teaching Students How to Be Students with Host, Sandy Raper. In this episode, Sandy shares insights through three specific lenses, understanding the importance of equipping and teaching students how to be students. Episode Marker Highlights: 04:17 - Prepare to Teach: Students of the Practice 09:03 - Enhance Understanding: Three Lenses for Teachers 13:03 - Create a Supportive and Inclusive Experience 18:47 - The Importance of Learning Anatomy and Physiology 19:31 - Understand Human Design and Yoga Practice 21:44 - Inspire Lifelong Learning 22:43 - Explore Different Styles and Deepening Practice 23:39 - Remain an Ongoing Student 24:46 - Teach Yoga as a Transformative Journey RESOURCES: www.sandyraper.com Pre-order Sandy's new book, Teaching From the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher Interested in training with Sandy to become a yoga teacher? Join the Beyond Yoga Teacher Training Newsletter List

Welcome to Episode 152: "Slow Down: Give Students Time to Do What You're Cueing" with Host Sandy Raper. In this episode, Sandy shares insight into how setting the "right" tempo significantly impacts the type of experience students will have in class. Episode Highlights: - The crucial role of setting the right pace to support achieving the flow state of being in a yoga class. - How the teacher sets and sustains the tone and tempo of the class experience. - The importance of developing trust within the context of tempo, rhythm, and pace in which teachers lead yoga class sequences. - Three considerations when setting the rhythm and tempo of a yoga class. - How to create an environment that supports students in finding balance, focus, and presence on their yoga mat without rushing through the practice. RESOURCES: New! Hybrid 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Join the Hybrid 200-hour YTT WAITLIST Sign up for the Beyond Yoga Teacher Training Newsletter⁠⁠ ⁠Practice with Sandy ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Check out the BYTT Blog New Book! Releasing April 23rd Teaching From the Heart: Lessons on Developing Character, Confidence, and Leadership as a Yoga Teacher

Welcome to Episode 151: "Spice Up Your Yoga Practice" with Host Sandy Raper. In this episode, Sandy shares insight about the importance of variety with a "cross-training" approach towards your yoga practice. Episode Highlights: - Two main needs for long-term fulfillment and satisfaction in life. - Exploring the concept of novelty and the importance of variety within your yoga practice. - Unrest: what it is and how variety supports your ability to move from feeling unsettled in your yoga practice and life. - How variety cultivates lifelong learning. - Four key factors for implementing variety within your yoga practice. - How yoga teachers can infuse variety within their class sequences. Episode Reference: Episode 76: 5 Keystone Habits for a Yoga Teacher RESOURCES: Coming August 2024! Get on the Hybrid Yoga Teacher Training ⁠Waitlist to learn more Sign up for the Beyond Yoga Teacher Training Newsletter⁠ ⁠Practice with Sandy ⁠ ⁠Check out the BYTT Blog

Welcome to Episode 150: Strategies for Enhancing Sequence Recall for Yoga Teachers with Host Sandy Raper. In this episode, Sandy equips you with three specific strategies that will enhance your memory and recall function to craft confidence to lead and teach impactful yoga class experiences. Episode Highlights: - Three strategies for simplifying the recall process of yoga sequence plans. - How the "chunk" technique brings ease to recall. - Using active recall learning to enhance your retrieval of yoga posture sequences. - The difference between memorization and retrieval of stored information. - Understanding your unique learning style to enhance recall and long-term memory. RESOURCES Sign up for the Beyond Yoga Teacher Training Newsletter Practice with Sandy Check out the BYTT Blog

Welcome to Episode 149: "How Anatomical Knowledge Creates Invisible Confidence for Yoga Teachers" with Host Sandy Raper. In this episode, Sandy shares insight into how anatomical knowledge supports students and yoga teachers Episode Highlights: - Three areas where anatomical knowledge impacts the development of 'invisible' confidence. - How informed decision-making provides a level of assurance through anatomical knowledge. - How anatomical knowledge fosters a trusting and supportive learning environment. - How invisible confidence through anatomical knowledge enhances communication. Resources: Sign up for the B.Y.T.T. Newsletter Latest Blog: Balancing Asana: 10 Reasons Why Yoga Teachers Should Learn Anatomy The B.Y.T.T. YouTube Channel

Welcome to Episode 148: "Exercising Restraint in Sequencing Yoga Classes" with Host Sandy Raper. In this episode, Sandy, speaks to the vital aspect of sequencing and using restraint in organizing class sequences to reflect simplicity and symmetry. Episode Highlights: - Defining 'restraint' and a different perspective for organizing yoga class sequences. - How restraint offers freedom for students and yoga teachers. - Specific ways that restraint applies to preparing and organizing yoga postures within the context of simplicity and symmetry. - Balanced symmetry and the benefits of practicing yoga poses within this approach to sequencing. RESOURCES: www.sandyraper.com Latest Blog Post Beyond Yoga Teacher Training YouTube Channel

Welcome to Episode 147: "Making Progress in the Process" with Host Sandy Raper. In this episode, Sandy expands on creating a growth and development plan and the ongoing planning that requires "trusting the process". EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: - The meaning and impact of "trusting the process". - How to make progress in the process of making appropriate choices. - Mindset and trusting the process. - How to trust the process even when it's hard. - A wonderful planning resource to support you in your growth and development process. - Episode 98: "Mindset Matters" Reference in today's episode RESOURCES: ⁠NEW! Mentorship Plans available⁠⁠⁠ ⁠NEW! Ultimate Growth & Development Planner for Yoga Teachers⁠ ⁠Limited time $10 promo code ⁠ Get the Ultimate Growth & Development Planner FREE when you schedule a Customized Growth Strategy Session with Sandy ⁠NEW! Online 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training with Sandy ⁠ ⁠FREE WEBINAR: 5 Must-Haves for a Successful Teacher Training ⁠ ⁠⁠Join the BYTT Email list⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠KEY Cueing™ Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The FREE Essential Guide for Effective Cueing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Beyond Yoga Teacher Training YouTube Channel⁠

Welcome to Episode 146: "Plan and Planning: Why You Need Both" with Host Sandy Raper. In this episode, Sandy shares insight into the importance of creating a plan and the impact of intentional planning to achieve the desired growth and development you seek as a yoga teacher and student. Episode Highlights: - The biggest fear with making decisions. - The difference between having a plan and planning. - How planning is an integral piece of your overall growth and development plan. - 4 Distinct Aspects of Planning - How to Make Progress in the Process of Planning - 3 Qualities of Intentional Planning - An important distinction of the aspect of planning. Greatness Clips Podcast mentioned in today's episode. RESOURCES: NEW! Mentorship Plans available⁠⁠ NEW! Ultimate Growth & Development Planner for Yoga Teachers Limited time $10 promo code NEW! Online 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training with Sandy FREE WEBINAR: 5 Must-Haves for a Successful Teacher Training ⁠Join the BYTT Email list⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠KEY Cueing™ Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The FREE Essential Guide for Effective Cueing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Beyond Yoga Teacher Training YouTube Channel⁠

Welcome to Episode 145: "Why Professionalism is Important for Yoga Teachers" with Host Sandy Raper. In this episode, Sandy shares insight into the impact of including the development of professionalism within your growth strategy as a yoga teacher. Episode Highlights: - Understanding the qualities that characterize professionalism. - The concept of professional etiquette within teaching yoga. - Curating and implementing a plan to develop the skill of professionalism. - 8 tips for keeping your professionalism on point. Check out the New! Mentorship Plans available RESOURCES: NEW! Online 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training with Sandy Registration is open for a limited time! Click the link below for more details. ⁠⁠ONLINE 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training⁠⁠⁠ Join the BYTT Email list⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠KEY Cueing™ Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The FREE Essential Guide for Effective Cueing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Beyond Yoga Teacher Training YouTube Channel⁠

Welcome to Episode 144: "Three Essential Sequencing Principles with Host Sandy Raper. In this episode, Sandy shares three over-arching principles to consider and apply to sequencing that produces flexibility of mind and body in the yoga practice. Episode Highlights: - Stability is the new flexibility. - A deeper understanding of flexibility. - Flexibility as a byproduct of weaving three essential principles into sequencing. - Developing a flexible mindset and attitude within the yoga practice. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: NEW! Online 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training with Sandy - Registration is open for a limited time! Click the link below for more details. ⁠New! ONLINE 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training⁠⁠ RESOURCES: ⁠⁠Join the BYTT Email list⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠KEY Cueing™ Course⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The FREE Essential Guide for Effective Cueing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NEW! Beyond Yoga Teacher Training YouTube Channel⁠

Welcome to Episode 143: "What Happens When YTT Isn't What You Expected" with Host Sandy Raper. Episode Highlights: - What to do when your perspective shifts and the relationship you once had with yoga changes. - What the yoga sutras teach us in regard to seeing more clearly. - How a state of "ignorance" - or not seeing clearly - limits you from fulfilling what you desire. - Finding bliss over frustration within the learning process. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: NEW! Online 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training with Sandy - Registration is open for a limited time! Click the link below for more details. New! ONLINE 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training⁠ RESOURCES: ⁠Join the BYTT Email list⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠KEY Cueing™ Course!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The FREE Essential Guide for Effective Cueing ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NEW! Beyond Yoga Teacher Training YouTube Channel