Life in Commune
47 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 113 ratingswith 15 years of practice & teaching, a decade+ of entrepreneurship, a few laps around the world, two yoga studios, and toddler in tow; Patrick and Carling share their insight, successes, and failures with listeners each week. Life in Commune regularly features our teaching team at Commune Yoga Studio both Online and in Seattle.
Explores inside takes on the Yoga & Wellness industry, resources for yoga teachers, practitioners, and business owners, deep dives into mindfulness, industry guest interviews (and maybe a little pop culture thrown in) to see what it means to truly live a Life in Commune.
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Episodes
June is Strength Month!
June 01, 2023 13:56 - 28 minutes - 53 MBWelcome back to Life in Commune! In this episode Patrick sits down to chat about June's focus of Strength and brings some closing thoughts to our month of Growth in May. There is also a good amount of time for Q&A in this episode, we hope you enjoy! practice with us : http://www.communeyogastudio.com
Feeling stuck? Find paths to freedom and growth!
May 17, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes - 62.5 MBGetting stuck in a rut happens to all of us! In this month of practices we have been focused on growth, but one of the biggest challenges we all face is returning to ourselves when life trips us up. In this week's episode Carling and Patrick discuss what happens when they get stuck in the mud and methods they use to get out of that space. Enjoy the chat and thanks for tuning in! Practice with us and the rest of the crew : http://communeyogastudio.com
Breathwork + Meditation Practice : Smooth Sailing with Carling Harps
May 10, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBJoin Carling to find space for feeling in this smooth sensation filled pranayama practice. Bring new elements of detail and definition to your breathing as you sit with poise to create presence. This is an audio recording of a class Carling released for our new month's focus "Growth" in our online studio. Enjoy this session and if you want more you can find this in video form along with over 1,000 other classes at http://www.communeyogastudio.com
Shifting Energy Vinyasa Yoga Practice with Patrick Beach
May 10, 2023 13:00 - 43 minutes - 81 MBJoin Patrick in this vinyasa flow based session that plays with pace and rhythm to create a detailed connection to your practice. This journey will help you find a connection to each transition which opens the door for new levels of strength in body and mind to be created. In order to clean the house we need to establish a connection to our foundations. In this class you will find a bridge between Mobility March and Spring Cleaning to bring a full circle flow into your being. If...
Finding Growth in Your Practice
May 03, 2023 12:00 - 33 minutes - 63.4 MBJoin Patrick and Carling for a conversation around this month's theme in Commune Online, join us for classes this month by visiting www.communeyogastudio.com May’s studio theme is all things GROWTH & EXPANSION 🌀 Because as much as we know we can’t control it all - it’s also comforting to stay rooted in the truth that we grow what we sow. And there is something truly magical about watching your hard work and devotion bear fruits. In this month’s classes you can expect the tangible...
Slowing Down Your Yoga Practice
April 26, 2023 12:00 - 38 minutes - 53.5 MBThe pace at which we practice yoga asana creates the framework for how we feel and connect to the moment just as much as the poses we choose to move through. In this episode Carling and Patrick chat about their journey's into various forms of yoga and how their practices have evolved over time.
Practical Routines and Practices
April 19, 2023 12:00 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBWhile there are many optimal ways to live life some of them can feel very unpractical or unattainable. In this episode Patrick and Carling discuss there method for building good habits and patterns in daily life. Laugh through this conversation with us as we make a series of absurd off the cuff references and pull it all together to (hopefully!) help you find steps forward bringing more mindfulness into developing routines you enjoy!
Regulating Your Body and Mind
April 12, 2023 18:36 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBJoin Carling and Shelby for a discussion about rituals, seasons, and transitions in life! Practice with us online : http://www.communeyogastudio.com
It's Time for Spring Cleaning!
April 04, 2023 17:18 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MBWelcome to a new month on Commune Online! Here we are rolling right into spring with a focus on moving new energies into our practice. The sun is shining, birds are chirping, and it’s time to start defrosting from the winter chill. This month, we’re shifting our focus to the inner needs of clearing our new space and starting fresh. It’s time for a little SPRING CLEANING 🐣 If our practice and our inner landscape is to be our home, our hope is to make it a place we want to live. To ...
Ideas for Recovery
March 29, 2023 15:00 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MBRecovery can be a big confusing topic in the world of buzz words and internet protocols. In this episode we chat about mindsets for feeling better in your body, our daily routines, and creating sustainability in your practice. Laugh along with with us as we chat about cold plunges, lazarus pits, restorative stretching, star wars, and finding a path to your personal recovery process. Practice with us online : http://www.communeyogastudio.com Mobility March Promo code is good til A...
How we practice Mobility
March 21, 2023 19:12 - 43 minutes - 59.3 MBThis week Patrick and Carling discuss their own personal mobility journeys, how they have evolved over time, and where they currently sit in the pantheon of personal practice priorities! Practice with us online : http://www.communeyogastudio.com Promo Code : MOBILITYMATTERS to get $10 off a month for six months Join our Teacher Training programs : http://www.awakeningyogaacademy.com
Does Mobility work for you?
March 15, 2023 14:00 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBThree weeks into Mobility March and hopefully you are starting to feel the benefits of your efforts! In this podcast we discuss how to keep it going, what good daily routines might look like, and how to take the next steps in your journey. Mobility is a great support for your yoga practice because it helps you bridge the gap between flexibility, movement, and posture. Build these foundations to create a deeper awareness to your body, mind, and spirit. Practice with us now : http...
Where Mobility Meets Asana
March 07, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 53 MBIn this episode Patrick and Carling discuss the first four classes of Mobility March in detail to give clarity around the purpose of each session. We provide all the specifics to help you have a better understanding of why and where you are putting in effort to help create a deeper understanding to each session. If you are interested in joining us for this month of practice you can use the code MOBILITYMATTERS at checkout until April first to practice with us for $20 a month for s...
Welcome to Mobility March
February 28, 2023 16:00 - 35 minutes - 48.3 MBLife in Commune is officially back in action! In this episode Patrick and Carling chat about the launch of Mobility March, the first programmed month of classes on Commune Online. We discuss what mobility is, why it's important, and how we will use it in our classes during the month. This conversation is a great place to begin your introduction to mobility, and how it is different from movement or flexibility. New Episodes will be coming out on Tuesday's moving forward, please...
Methods of Practice
May 24, 2021 15:00 - 58 minutes - 107 MBIn this episode Patrick and Carling sit down to chat about various methods of yoga practice from their personal experience. Join us for practice :: www.communeyogastudio.com
How to choose a Yoga Teacher Training Program
May 11, 2021 20:17 - 1 hour - 123 MBIn this week's episode the team sits down to chat about teacher training programs, how they made the leap to their first one, how they made the choice, and what they remember from the beginning of the journey. Laugh along with us as we explore our infancy in teacher training and give some tips on choosing one for your path. If you would like to train with us our next online training starts May 17th! https://awakening-yoga-academy.thinkific.com Practice with us :: www.communeyog...
What makes you feel successful?
May 03, 2021 14:00 - 56 minutes - 103 MBIn this episode PB, Carling, CJ, and Shelby sit down to talk about success and finding your way through the ups and downs of any given day. in this episode we chat about morning rituals, redefining what success means, how to be productive, and where you can find joy along the way. practice with us :: www.communeyogastudio.com
Should you only practice yoga?
April 26, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBIn this episode, the team talks about diversifying the practice of yoga and movement to create a healthy lifestyle. practice with us :: www.communeyogastudio.com
Can you practice too much?
April 16, 2021 14:00 - 53 minutes - 98.8 MBIn this episode, Shelby, CJ, and PB talk about our big move then answer your questions around practicing too much and tips for sequencing! Practice with us :: http://communeyogastudio.com
Our current yoga favorites!
April 15, 2021 21:28 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBCJ, Shelby, Carling, and PB sit down to answer a number of your questions from this week including our favorite series in Awakening Yoga and what kind of mat we prefer to practice with. Enjoy the chat! join us for class :: http://www.commueyogastudio.com
What is Awakening Yoga
March 22, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 115 MBIn this episode Patrick and Carling sit down to chat about Awakening Yoga, how it came to be, and tap into some of the various series that are part of our practice. join us for classes online at : http://www.communeyogastudio.com
The Musicality of Class
March 16, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBPB, Carling, CJ, and Kim sit down to chat about music in yoga class and finding "A-ha!" moments in practice, enjoy! practice with us :: www.communeyogastudio.com
Coming back to your practice
March 08, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 120 MBit's a bro-cast this week! PB and CJ sit down to answer your questions about coming back to your practice, finding wins along the way, music, finding your own success.
Ways to improve your practice and qualities in teachers we enjoy!
March 01, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 125 MBin this episode the team sits down to chat about ways to improve your practice, qualities we enjoy in teachers, functional freedom, and funny moments teaching on camera! come practice with us :: www.communeyogastudio.com
Dealing with insecurities in your practice and teaching
February 22, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBIn this episode the team chats about working with and through insecurities in the practice. We also dive into some tips for teaching online and chat about our favorite props! practice with us :: www.communeyogastudio.com
Growing in your practice
February 15, 2021 15:52 - 1 hour - 130 MBIn this episode we discuss how we all find growth in our practice as Kim makes her first appearance on the podcast! practice with us :: www.communeyogastudio.com
Taking Our Studio Online - Life in Lockdown
February 08, 2021 17:41 - 1 hour - 123 MBin this episode Patrick and Carling chat about moving Commune Yoga online and life in lock down. practice with us online :: www.communeyogastudio.com
Breaking down forearm balance, movement inspiration, and new practice paths
February 01, 2021 13:00 - 49 minutes - 89.9 MBThis week Erica joins the podcast crew and we discuss forearm balance tips, movement inspirations, and our new practice paths! Try our online yoga studio free for your first 7 days : www.communeyogastudio.com
Structuring Yoga classes, starting out as a teacher, and breaking down bow pose!
January 25, 2021 17:50 - 1 hour - 116 MBIn this episode we chat about different techniques for class structures and what we are doing currently, our different paths to start teaching yoga, breaking down a few elements of boat pose, and some activities we are currently doing for recovery. We hope you enjoy the chat! practice with us on www.communeyogastudio.com
How we got here - the humble beginning to Commune Yoga Online
January 20, 2021 13:00 - 54 minutes - 99.2 MBWe are excited to officially bring this podcast back to life on a regular basis. Our studio Commune Yoga in Seattle has officially transitioned to a full online experience and here is where we will have our weekly conversations with the community! Each week we will come together to answer questions from y'all and discuss future happenings at the studio. We hope you enjoy these chats with the team, if you have any questions send them our way. New episodes will be regularly releasing ...
Working with Expectations
September 12, 2019 13:05 - 45 minutes - 82.9 MBFinding ways to limit your expectations while still having excitement for what is to come can be a complicated path to walk. In this episode Patrick and Carling chat about there own process wrangling their expectations while staying open to joy on and off the mat! For workshops and training info visit :: www.patrickbeach.com Music by www.purple-planet.com
Is it good or does it work?
September 05, 2019 16:00 - 38 minutes - 70.5 MBWe all work everyday towards our jobs, passions, relationships, hobbies, and interests in order to make our lives better, but we often forget to look at if these efforts are actually working for us in the way we want them to. In this episode Patrick and Carling explore the relationship between being good and having your talents work for you. for workshops and trainings visit :: www.patrickbeach.com music by www.purple-planet.com
Three Tips for Inversions
August 21, 2019 20:30 - 28 minutes - 52.8 MBInspired by our recent Awakening Inversions training at Commune Yoga over the last weekend we chat about three tips to help you find balance in any inversion. We discuss the importance of learning what your mental challenges are as you go upside down, finding time to get comfortable, and embracing your foundations. Join us for our next inversion training in London this October! for info visit www.patrickbeach.com music by www.purple-planet.com
Numbing or Nurturing?
August 15, 2019 19:30 - 26 minutes - 48 MBWhen Carling gave birth to Harvey we spent a good amount of time in the hospital, which led to us discussing when are our experiences nurturing growth versus when are we becoming numb to get through the moment. In the yoga practice we all strive to be as present as possible and not wish moments of our life away, but in reality that is only a goal at which we can strive for. Life comes in waves, some of them you will wish would never end and others that you wish would never start. ...
Does Alignment Matter?
August 12, 2019 19:00 - 39 minutes - 73 MBIn this episode we discuss what exactly "Alignment Yoga" is and how we might define the differences between "Good" and "Bad" alignment. With the rise in popularity of group yoga asana classes, the need for standard cueing and aesthetics may have led us to believe that there are right and wrong ways to practice so we wonder who exactly gets to decide many lineages gilded alignment rules, and if we really can apply them as students and teachers. workshops and trainings www.patrickbea...
Can you teach it if you can't do it?
July 25, 2019 14:00 - 31 minutes - 58.2 MBAfter a week off of podcasting to welcome the newest member of the family into the world, Patrick and Carling are back chatting about the age old question, can you teach it if you can't do it? They discuss how embodiment, rather than performance, is the attribute that can help a teacher trans,mute their concepts with integrity & passion. How the same concept can be taught more diversely when we come from a place of personal experience, no matter what level it is. For all teacher...
Yoga Through Pregnancy - Carling's Journey
July 11, 2019 14:00 - 49 minutes - 91.4 MBHow do we mix pregnancy and the yoga practice? Well, hopefully with experience, intuition, and grace. But the journey isn't always a smooth one and in this episode Patrick sits down with Carling to discuss her transitions, modifications, and experience through the Yoga asana practice during this pregnancy. Workshops and trainings: www.patrickbeach.com music by www.purple-planet.com
How to Teach Beginners | Yoga Teacher Tips
July 08, 2019 20:00 - 39 minutes - 72 MBWe've all been there. New, a bit nervous, and not quite sure how to start. but as teachers, it can be all to easy to forget about the sensations of being a new student. Join Patrick and Carling for a conversation about why teaching beginners is deeply important to your skills as a teacher, and to their experience being welcomed into a practice we care so much about. 5 tips coming your way to help you craft better classes, welcome students with more joy, and open the practice up wit...
Independence Day
July 04, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 129 MBIn honor of July 4th we're throwing it way back to 1996 with a very special guest CJ Yeagley to watch the long-standing classic movie Independence Day. Spoilers abound and no yoga tips in sight, tune in to have a laugh with us in this pop culture focused episode as we invade a world run by Will Smith, Jeff Goldbloom, and Bill Pullman as they try and save the world from alien anarchy! Watch the movie along with us on Hulu.com music by www.purple-planet.com
Is procrastination killing your good vibes?
July 01, 2019 14:00 - 38 minutes - 70.9 MBWe all procrastinate. It is one of the most impossible things to avoid, sometimes we all need that sense of urgency to kick in so we can transform into our best selves, but other times it can lead to stress and negativity. Carling and Patrick posit the effectiveness of their unique procrastination tactics, and wonder if there may be some upside to deadlines and urgency. With the baby-countdown in full effect, they admit it might have actually be easier to get ready mentally and sp...
The Perks of Doing Nothing?!
June 27, 2019 14:00 - 52 minutes - 71.9 MBThe illusive art of doing nothing. In a world of stimulation and perpetual busy, should we really be seeking out idle time? Patrick and Carling discuss how the impetus for this conversation came from a Tyler the Creator song, how maybe we were all actually a bit more mindful back when we were teenagers, and wonder if its possible to truly give ourselves permission to do nothing? for workshops and teacher trainings: www.patrickbeach.com music by www.purple-planet.com
Yoga That Works
June 24, 2019 14:00 - 43 minutes - 79.3 MBNavigating the big world of yoga is no joke these days. There are more styles, studios, and teachers than ever before. This is amazing (!) but can also become very confusing when trying to find what will work best for you. Patrick and Carling chat about their own experience in various forms of yoga and get into what has helped them become long term practitioners. for workshops and teacher trainings, visit www.patrickbeach.com music by www.purple-planet.com
Game of Thrones: Do Emotions or Logic Rule the Realm?
June 20, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 142 MBAs long time fans of Game of Thrones, Patrick and Carling take time to talk about the show, the perspectives it brings up, and wonder whether emotion or logic are the keys to the kingdom both on and off the screen. Sure, it's pop culture, but all the very best creations offer us moral quandaries and divisive narratives - which ones we identify with is it what its all about. SPOILER ALERT! If you haven't watched GOT, then this probably isn't the episode for you. If you don't like G...
You Can't Do It All, and That's Ok!
June 17, 2019 14:30 - 48 minutes - 89.5 MBIn this episode we discuss the pervasive messaging that we should be able to "do it all" and how that affects our notions of control, worthiness, and living in the moment. What does it actually mean to "do it all" and why do we think we can, or should be able to anyways? Patrick reflects of the difficulties of feeling out of control even in simple unexpected daily situations and Carling wonders if shes actually following her own advice or if she has succumb to the modern woman's ex...
Yoga Teacher Tips - Getting Hired!
June 13, 2019 13:30 - 37 minutes - 69.3 MBGetting your first job as a new yoga teacher can be tough. In this episode we walk through 5 strategies to follow that will help you land a job and find a home in the local yoga community where you live. To join us for workshops, classes or teacher training programs visit www.patrickbeach.com music by www.purple-planet.com
Long Distrance Relationships
June 06, 2019 13:30 - 55 minutes - 101 MBIn the first episode where we openly talk about our relationship the discussion moves towards how we manage the time spent apart during the stints of the year when Patrick is traveling. This episode centers around how we use the time to grow as individuals, keys to staying connected, becoming two individuals coming together to make each other's life better, and managing expectations so you don't end up wishing your life away. To join us for trainings or workshops visit www.patrick...
Life in Commune
June 03, 2019 15:15 - 36 minutes - 67.6 MBWelcome to our new podcast, Life in Commune! We are beyond excited to be back sharing with all of you. In this first episode we set the scene for what is to come then give you an update on all we have been up to including moving back to Seattle, opening a yoga studio, running teacher trainings, and the biggest of all getting ready to have our baby girl very soon! On this podcast you can expect open conversations around the yoga practice, teaching yoga, health, family, love, and rel...