Ep 283 Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor

Ep 283 Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor   Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor share their extensive journey through yoga, their insights on tradition versus innovation, and how spiritual practices intersect with everyday life. Discover how their experiences in India, Persia, and beyond shape their teaching and personal philosophies.   Main Topics: ·       Richard and Mary's early paths into yoga and their discoveries of Indian philosophy, Tantra, and Buddhist practices ·       Their experiences studying with Pattabhi Jois, in Mysore, and the evolution of the Ashtanga sequence ·       The importance of tradition, innovation, and personal adaptation in yoga practice ·       Insights into pranayama, Sanskrit, and the deeper layers of yogic philosophy ·       The relevance of the Bhagavad Gita's teachings on action, sacrifice, and devotion ·       The role of curiosity, questioning, and avoiding