Love, Curvy Yoga
345 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 44 ratingsLove, Curvy Yoga is a podcast all about the intersection of yoga and body acceptance. Hosted by Anna Guest-Jelley, this podcast brings you conversations, tips, resources, and more!
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How writing your future self a note might just change your life | Season 3, Episode 7
October 28, 2016 15:12 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MBI'm SO excited about today's episode, y'all! I truly cannot believe I haven't shared this strategy with you yet, but I'm so happy to be doing so. In this episode I'm talking about how writing myself reminders of how to get through challenging situations that present themselves time and again in my life (feeling negative about my body, my creative process, when I feel anxious) has empowered me so much and help me move through these situations with more ease. Today I'm sharing what's in a cou...
47: What our yoga teacher trainees taught me this year | Season 3, Episode 6
October 21, 2016 15:03 - 9 minutes - 12.8 MBOur 200hr yoga teacher training students graduated this past weekend. In this episode I'm reflecting on what they taught me -- and what those lessons mean for all of us. I also share what one of our students said she was "dead wrong" about regarding what she thought this training would be like. Show notes: http://www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/what-our-yoga-teacher-trainees-taught-me-this-year-season-3-episode-6
What our yoga teacher trainees taught me this year | Season 3, Episode 6
October 21, 2016 15:03 - 9 minutes - 12.8 MBOur 200hr yoga teacher training students graduated this past weekend. In this episode I'm reflecting on what they taught me -- and what those lessons mean for all of us. I also share what one of our students said she was "dead wrong" about regarding what she thought this training would be like. Show notes: http://www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/what-our-yoga-teacher-trainees-taught-me-this-year-season-3-episode-6
Don't you know better by now? | Season 3, Episode 5
October 14, 2016 12:06 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MB"Don't you know better by now?" In this episode I'm responding to an email from a member of our community who shared that her inner voice asks her this question all the time -- and she isn't sure what to do about it. If you ever find yourself asking how you don't already have this whole regular yoga practice, self-care, or whatever else thing figured out yet, listen in! Show notes: http://www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/dont-you-know-better-by-now-season-3-episode-5
46: Don't you know better by now? | Season 3, Episode 5
October 14, 2016 12:06 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MB"Don't you know better by now?" In this episode I'm responding to an email from a member of our community who shared that her inner voice asks her this question all the time -- and she isn't sure what to do about it. If you ever find yourself asking how you don't already have this whole regular yoga practice, self-care, or whatever else thing figured out yet, listen in! Show notes: http://www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/dont-you-know-better-by-now-season-3-episode-5
How yoga helps us create space & why it matters (Season 3, Episode 4)
October 07, 2016 14:20 - 16 minutes - 22.9 MBYoga is a practice of creating space. That might seem fairly obvious when we think about it in relationship to the body, but what does it mean when we also consider it in relationship to our breath, mind and life? Not to mention what it means for accepting our bodies? In today's episode we're digging into the power of space and what it can mean for many different aspects of our lives. Show notes: http://www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/how-yoga-helps-us-create-space-why-it-matters
45: How yoga helps us create space & why it matters (Season 3, Episode 4)
October 07, 2016 14:20 - 16 minutes - 22.9 MBYoga is a practice of creating space. That might seem fairly obvious when we think about it in relationship to the body, but what does it mean when we also consider it in relationship to our breath, mind and life? Not to mention what it means for accepting our bodies? In today's episode we're digging into the power of space and what it can mean for many different aspects of our lives. Show notes: http://www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/how-yoga-helps-us-create-space-why-it-matters
Navigating resistance to movement | Season 3, Episode 3
September 30, 2016 14:27 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBIn this episode I'm answering a reader question about how to navigate something I think so many of us run into: a desire to move our body in a particular way, societal advice that you should move your body a different way, and the resistance that comes up at the juncture between those two. If you've ever wondered if it's okay for you to like (or not like) a certain type of movement, or if you run into resistance around movement and aren't sure how to navigate it, today's conversation is for y...
44: Navigating resistance to movement | Season 3, Episode 3
September 30, 2016 14:27 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBIn this episode I'm answering a reader question about how to navigate something I think so many of us run into: a desire to move our body in a particular way, societal advice that you should move your body a different way, and the resistance that comes up at the juncture between those two. If you've ever wondered if it's okay for you to like (or not like) a certain type of movement, or if you run into resistance around movement and aren't sure how to navigate it, today's conversation is for y...
You Don't Need a Different Body | Season 3, Episode 2
September 23, 2016 14:42 - 15 minutes - 21 MBHave you ever thought you needed a different body? I've only thought that, oh, a million and one times. In today's episode I'm talking about how you don't need a different body . . . but you might need some other different things instead. Show notes: www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/you-dont-need-a-different-body-season-3-episode-2
43: You Don't Need a Different Body | Season 3, Episode 2
September 23, 2016 14:42 - 15 minutes - 21 MBHave you ever thought you needed a different body? I've only thought that, oh, a million and one times. In today's episode I'm talking about how you don't need a different body . . . but you might need some other different things instead. Show notes: www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/you-dont-need-a-different-body-season-3-episode-2
Stopping Feeling or Stopping & Feeling? | Season 3, Episode 1
September 16, 2016 12:44 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBSeason 3 of the podcast is here -- yay! I'm so happy to be back with y'all! Today I'm talking about a little pattern I noticed both on and off my yoga mat during our podcast hiatus, how most of my life coping mechanisms are about stopping feeling entirely vs. stopping and feeling. Show notes: www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/stopping-feeling-or-stopping-and-feeling-season-3-episode-1
42: Stopping Feeling or Stopping & Feeling? | Season 3, Episode 1
September 16, 2016 12:44 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBSeason 3 of the podcast is here -- yay! I'm so happy to be back with y'all! Today I'm talking about a little pattern I noticed both on and off my yoga mat during our podcast hiatus, how most of my life coping mechanisms are about stopping feeling entirely vs. stopping and feeling. Show notes: www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/stopping-feeling-or-stopping-and-feeling-season-3-episode-1
41: A Message I Wasn't Expecting (Season 2, Episode 20)
May 13, 2016 13:56 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MBI got a message recently that I totally wasn't expecting -- and I want to share it with you. This message is all about how much more is possible in our lives when we can remember that by checking in with our bodies. It was a bit of a game-changer for me, so I'm excited to be sharing it with you. Also, this is the last episode of Season 2 of the podcast! So I'm talking about how you can stay connected in between. And I still would love to hear your input on what you're enjoying about the pod...
A Message I Wasn't Expecting (Season 2, Episode 20)
May 13, 2016 13:56 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MBI got a message recently that I totally wasn't expecting -- and I want to share it with you. This message is all about how much more is possible in our lives when we can remember that by checking in with our bodies. It was a bit of a game-changer for me, so I'm excited to be sharing it with you. Also, this is the last episode of Season 2 of the podcast! So I'm talking about how you can stay connected in between. And I still would love to hear your input on what you're enjoying about the pod...
Keeping My Cool (AKA, Nope) | Season 2, Episode 19
May 06, 2016 21:27 - 14 minutes - 20.3 MBBefore an upcoming teaching gig, do you think I held my center no problem? Umm...have we met before? Of course I didn't! At least, not at first. In this episode I talk about what it was like to notice my freak-out pattern in real time and actually have some tools on hand to do something about it. I'm also sharing a simple mantra/affirmation that brought me right back into my body so I could move forward. Plus, I'm asking for YOUR input on Season 3 of the podcast! I've got a quick (5 minute...
40: Keeping My Cool (AKA, Nope) | Season 2, Episode 19
May 06, 2016 21:27 - 14 minutes - 20.3 MBBefore an upcoming teaching gig, do you think I held my center no problem? Umm...have we met before? Of course I didn't! At least, not at first. In this episode I talk about what it was like to notice my freak-out pattern in real time and actually have some tools on hand to do something about it. I'm also sharing a simple mantra/affirmation that brought me right back into my body so I could move forward. Plus, I'm asking for YOUR input on Season 3 of the podcast! I've got a quick (5 minute...
How I (Almost) Ruined My Vacation (Season 2, Episode 18)
April 29, 2016 14:15 - 17 minutes - 23.4 MBHave you ever let your mind run away from you, even when it seems like it "shouldn't" be happening? I haven't done that much personally -- only, oh, a hundred million times (last week). ;) On a recent vacation, I noticed this was happening (which counts as progress, right?) and then noticed something even more surprising and interesting -- that my mind wasn't running away because I can't control it or whatever other nonsense ideas I usually have, but because of something that was happening ...
39: How I (Almost) Ruined My Vacation (Season 2, Episode 18)
April 29, 2016 14:15 - 17 minutes - 23.4 MBHave you ever let your mind run away from you, even when it seems like it "shouldn't" be happening? I haven't done that much personally -- only, oh, a hundred million times (last week). ;) On a recent vacation, I noticed this was happening (which counts as progress, right?) and then noticed something even more surprising and interesting -- that my mind wasn't running away because I can't control it or whatever other nonsense ideas I usually have, but because of something that was happening ...
Yoga as a Bridge to Self-Trust (Chat with Marilyn | Season 2, Episode 17)
April 22, 2016 15:29 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MBIn today's episode of Love, Curvy Yoga, I interview a member of the Curvy Yoga community, Marilyn Hill! Inside this episode, you’ll hear us talk more about: : Her first experience with yoga : The power of having a yoga buddy and community : Cultivating a yoga practice as a bridge to self-trust : The surprising things in her life that she first learned on the mat that also show up off it : How yoga affects her business life : And so much more! Show notes: : http://www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/...
38: Yoga as a Bridge to Self-Trust (Chat with Marilyn | Season 2, Episode 17)
April 22, 2016 15:29 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MBIn today's episode of Love, Curvy Yoga, I interview a member of the Curvy Yoga community, Marilyn Hill! Inside this episode, you’ll hear us talk more about: : Her first experience with yoga : The power of having a yoga buddy and community : Cultivating a yoga practice as a bridge to self-trust : The surprising things in her life that she first learned on the mat that also show up off it : How yoga affects her business life : And so much more! Show notes: : http://www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/...
Celebrating 6 Years of Curvy Yoga! (Season 2, Episode 16)
April 15, 2016 15:42 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBThe 6 year anniversary of Curvy Yoga is here! It barely feels like a blink of an eye, but it's true -- it's the 6th anniversary of Curvy Yoga! In this episode I'm reflecting on how far Curvy Yoga has come in six years, as well as what worked in our sixth year, challenges and what I see ahead for our seventh year. Mostly, I gush about how grateful I am for y-o-u and all the ways you show up for yourself, body acceptance, body affirming yoga for people of all shapes and sizes and each other. S...
37: Celebrating 6 Years of Curvy Yoga! (Season 2, Episode 16)
April 15, 2016 15:42 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBThe 6 year anniversary of Curvy Yoga is here! It barely feels like a blink of an eye, but it's true -- it's the 6th anniversary of Curvy Yoga! In this episode I'm reflecting on how far Curvy Yoga has come in six years, as well as what worked in our sixth year, challenges and what I see ahead for our seventh year. Mostly, I gush about how grateful I am for y-o-u and all the ways you show up for yourself, body acceptance, body affirming yoga for people of all shapes and sizes and each other. S...
Minimalist Yoga (Season 2, Episode 15)
April 08, 2016 20:36 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MBWhat is a minimalist approach to yoga? Over the past year or so, I've been learning quite a bit about minimalism and applying it to my life. What it has helped me do is get extremely clear about what's important to me and why. In this episode, I talk about how minimalism has shown up for me, how it's trickled into my yoga practice and what a minimalist approach to yoga might mean for you. Show notes: : http://curvyyoga.com/podcast : http://www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/minimalist-yoga-season...
36: Minimalist Yoga (Season 2, Episode 15)
April 08, 2016 20:36 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MBWhat is a minimalist approach to yoga? Over the past year or so, I've been learning quite a bit about minimalism and applying it to my life. What it has helped me do is get extremely clear about what's important to me and why. In this episode, I talk about how minimalism has shown up for me, how it's trickled into my yoga practice and what a minimalist approach to yoga might mean for you. Show notes: : http://curvyyoga.com/podcast : http://www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/minimalist-yoga-season...
35: You Never Know Where Yoga Will Take You (Chat with Krissie | Season 2, Episode 14)
April 01, 2016 21:47 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBIn today's episode of Love, Curvy Yoga, I interview a member of the Curvy Yoga community, Krissie Bentley! Inside this episode, you’ll hear us talk more about: : The attitude of experimentation that kicked off Krissie's yoga practice : What self-portraiture taught Krissie about her yoga practice, her body and herself : The surprising places Krissie's yoga practice has taken her : What happens when you give yourself permission : And so much more! Show notes live here: http://curvyyoga.com/po...
You Never Know Where Yoga Will Take You (Chat with Krissie | Season 2, Episode 14)
April 01, 2016 21:47 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBIn today's episode of Love, Curvy Yoga, I interview a member of the Curvy Yoga community, Krissie Bentley! Inside this episode, you’ll hear us talk more about: : The attitude of experimentation that kicked off Krissie's yoga practice : What self-portraiture taught Krissie about her yoga practice, her body and herself : The surprising places Krissie's yoga practice has taken her : What happens when you give yourself permission : And so much more! Show notes live here: http://curvyyoga.com/po...
34: How to Create Your Own Care Instructions (Season 2, Episode 13)
March 25, 2016 21:33 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MBHave you read your care instructions lately? In one of my recent weekly emails, I shared about how I realized I need a set of care instructions for myself -- simple reminders for what make me feel best from season to season throughout the year. So many people loved this idea that I decided to expand on it here and offer suggestions on how you can come up with your own care instructions, too! Show Notes: http://www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/how-to-create-your-own-care-instructions-season-2-episo...
How to Create Your Own Care Instructions (Season 2, Episode 13)
March 25, 2016 21:33 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MBHave you read your care instructions lately? In one of my recent weekly emails, I shared about how I realized I need a set of care instructions for myself -- simple reminders for what make me feel best from season to season throughout the year. So many people loved this idea that I decided to expand on it here and offer suggestions on how you can come up with your own care instructions, too! Show Notes: http://www.curvyyoga.com/podcast/how-to-create-your-own-care-instructions-season-2-epis...
33: Practicing Yoga with a Changing Body (Chat with Paige | Season 2, Episode 12)
March 18, 2016 13:54 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBIn today's episode of Love, Curvy Yoga, I interview a member of the Curvy Yoga community, Paige Lichens! Inside this episode, you’ll hear us talk more about: : What having a stroke taught Paige about yoga : How yoga helps you show up for your ever-changing body : Her mirror practice : And more! Meet Our Guest, Paige Lichens: Paige Lichens, E-RYT 500, is a registered Kripalu Yoga Teacher who has also completed training with YoKids, Prenatal Teacher Training and more. She specializes in teach...
Practicing Yoga with a Changing Body (Chat with Paige | Season 2, Episode 12)
March 18, 2016 13:54 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBIn today's episode of Love, Curvy Yoga, I interview a member of the Curvy Yoga community, Paige Lichens! Inside this episode, you’ll hear us talk more about: : What having a stroke taught Paige about yoga : How yoga helps you show up for your ever-changing body : Her mirror practice : And more! Meet Our Guest, Paige Lichens: Paige Lichens, E-RYT 500, is a registered Kripalu Yoga Teacher who has also completed training with YoKids, Prenatal Teacher Training and more. She specializes in teach...
32: From FOMO to JOMO (Season 2, Episode 11)
March 11, 2016 14:51 - 12 minutes - 16.9 MBDo you have FOMO? Or JOMO? Sometimes in life you come across something that perfectly encapsulates your thinking, and that's what happened to me when I first learned about JOMO. I'm telling you all about it -- including what it is -- in this week's episode of the podcast. Grab the shownotes at curvyyoga.com/podcast
From FOMO to JOMO (Season 2, Episode 11)
March 11, 2016 14:51 - 12 minutes - 16.9 MBDo you have FOMO? Or JOMO? Sometimes in life you come across something that perfectly encapsulates your thinking, and that's what happened to me when I first learned about JOMO. I'm telling you all about it -- including what it is -- in this week's episode of the podcast. Grab the shownotes at curvyyoga.com/podcast
31: Boundaries? Who, Me? (Season 2, Episode 10)
March 04, 2016 22:15 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MBI've been the anti-poster girl for boundaries most of my life. Can you relate? Oof. Setting boundaries can be SO hard! I've only started to learn more about my own boundaries in the past few years -- largely thanks to what I've learned from using props and various pose options in my yoga practice. In today's episode of the podcast I'm talking about the "props" I've been using to get unhooked from checking social media every 2 seconds, as well as how I apply that idea to other areas where I...
Boundaries? Who, Me? (Season 2, Episode 10)
March 04, 2016 22:15 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MBI've been the anti-poster girl for boundaries most of my life. Can you relate? Oof. Setting boundaries can be SO hard! I've only started to learn more about my own boundaries in the past few years -- largely thanks to what I've learned from using props and various pose options in my yoga practice. In today's episode of the podcast I'm talking about the "props" I've been using to get unhooked from checking social media every 2 seconds, as well as how I apply that idea to other areas where I...
30: Find Opportunities for Yoga to Meet You in Your Life (Chat with Erin | Season 2, Episode 9)
February 26, 2016 21:34 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBIn today's episode of Love, Curvy Yoga, I interview a member of the Curvy Yoga community, Erin Van Krimpen! Inside this episode, you’ll hear us talk more about: : How Erin found a yoga practice that actually worked for her : The powerful moments when her yoga and body acceptance practices have shown up in her everyday life : What has changed for Erin since she made yoga part of her life Full show notes are at curvyyoga.com/podcast
Find Opportunities for Yoga to Meet You in Your Life (Chat with Erin | Season 2, Episode 9)
February 26, 2016 21:34 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBIn today's episode of Love, Curvy Yoga, I interview a member of the Curvy Yoga community, Erin Van Krimpen! Inside this episode, you’ll hear us talk more about: : How Erin found a yoga practice that actually worked for her : The powerful moments when her yoga and body acceptance practices have shown up in her everyday life : What has changed for Erin since she made yoga part of her life Full show notes are at curvyyoga.com/podcast
I Can Feel Hard Feelings (Season 2, Episode 8)
February 20, 2016 05:25 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MBHave you ever fallen down a rabbit hole in your mind? In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm talking about something that happens for me pretty much every day -- catastrophic thinking. Not sure what that is? It's when things are going along relatively well and then, BOOM, all of the sudden you're sure that sneeze is cancer and that the mail waiting for you will contain notice of your imminent financial collapse and how that offhanded comment from a friend last week means she hates you now...
29: I Can Feel Hard Feelings (Season 2, Episode 8)
February 20, 2016 05:25 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MBHave you ever fallen down a rabbit hole in your mind? In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm talking about something that happens for me pretty much every day -- catastrophic thinking. Not sure what that is? It's when things are going along relatively well and then, BOOM, all of the sudden you're sure that sneeze is cancer and that the mail waiting for you will contain notice of your imminent financial collapse and how that offhanded comment from a friend last week means she hates you now...
My Valentine's Present for You (Season 2, Episode 7)
February 13, 2016 04:51 - 16 minutes - 23.2 MBIn this episode, I have a special treat for you: a guided meditation for showing yourself love -- a Valentine's present from me to you! Enjoy!
28: My Valentine's Present for You (Season 2, Episode 7)
February 13, 2016 04:51 - 16 minutes - 23.2 MBIn this episode, I have a special treat for you: a guided meditation for showing yourself love -- a Valentine's present from me to you! Enjoy!
How I Stumbled Backwards into Creating Curvy Yoga (Season 2, Episode 6)
February 06, 2016 04:27 - 26 minutes - 36.4 MBInside this episode, you’ll hear me answer a listener question and talk more about: : My circuitous career path : How I started Curvy Yoga -- with absolutely no clue whatsoever : The truth about what it's taken to grow Curvy Yoga : My favorite advice about finding and doing something you love Get all the show notes (and the download I mention of my favorite business & life books and podcasts) at www.curvyyoga.com/podcast
27: How I Stumbled Backwards into Creating Curvy Yoga (Season 2, Episode 6)
February 06, 2016 04:27 - 26 minutes - 36.4 MBInside this episode, you’ll hear me answer a listener question and talk more about: : My circuitous career path : How I started Curvy Yoga -- with absolutely no clue whatsoever : The truth about what it's taken to grow Curvy Yoga : My favorite advice about finding and doing something you love Get all the show notes (and the download I mention of my favorite business & life books and podcasts) at www.curvyyoga.com/podcast
How Accepting Your Body Helps You Navigate Life (Chat with Reva | Season 2, Episode 5)
January 30, 2016 15:35 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MBIn today's episode of Love, Curvy Yoga, I chat with a member of the Curvy Yoga community, Reva! Inside this episode, you’ll hear us talk more about: : What inspired Reva to try yoga again after not finding something that worked for her at first : The incredible changes that have unfolded in her life since starting yoga : How being more accepting of her body has helped her better navigate her relationships and life
26: How Accepting Your Body Helps You Navigate Life (Chat with Reva | Season 2, Episode 5)
January 30, 2016 15:35 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MBIn today's episode of Love, Curvy Yoga, I chat with a member of the Curvy Yoga community, Reva! Inside this episode, you’ll hear us talk more about: : What inspired Reva to try yoga again after not finding something that worked for her at first : The incredible changes that have unfolded in her life since starting yoga : How being more accepting of her body has helped her better navigate her relationships and life
How I Handled My Husband Getting Laid Off (Season 2, Episode 4)
January 23, 2016 14:10 - 14 minutes - 19.9 MBInside this episode, you’ll hear me talk more about: : What happened in my body when I got the news that my husband got laid off : The one thing that helped me during the uncertainty and doubt : What I learned from yet another opportunity to not be controlling and accept what is : And more!
25: How I Handled My Husband Getting Laid Off (Season 2, Episode 4)
January 23, 2016 14:10 - 14 minutes - 19.9 MBInside this episode, you’ll hear me talk more about: : What happened in my body when I got the news that my husband got laid off : The one thing that helped me during the uncertainty and doubt : What I learned from yet another opportunity to not be controlling and accept what is : And more!
24: Love, Curvy Yoga -- How Lowering My Standards Helped My Yoga Practice (Season 2, Episode 3)
January 16, 2016 04:07 - 14 minutes - 19.4 MBLove, Curvy Yoga -- How Lowering My Standards Helped My Yoga Practice (Season 2, Episode 3) by Anna Guest-Jelley
Love, Curvy Yoga -- How Lowering My Standards Helped My Yoga Practice (Season 2, Episode 3)
January 16, 2016 04:07 - 14 minutes - 19.4 MBLove, Curvy Yoga -- How Lowering My Standards Helped My Yoga Practice (Season 2, Episode 3) by Anna Guest-Jelley
Love, Curvy Yoga - What Closing My Yoga Studio Taught Me (Season 2, Episode 2)
January 08, 2016 17:16 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MBInside this episode, you’ll hear me talk more about: : Why I think it's important to talk about things that haven't gone as we'd hoped : What I've learned on my mat that helped me navigate closing the studio : My business, yoga and personal takeaways from this transition -- and one big one I think is a good reminder for everyone : And more!