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The holidays can be joyful… and also a lot—especially if you’re introverted, neurodivergent, parenting a neurodivergent kid, or trying to manage family expectations without burning out.
In this episode, we share the holiday traditions that actually work for their family—and the boundaries that make those traditions possible. We talk about front-loading expectations, time boundaries, demand avoidance, and why it’s okay to let other people have their feelings when you don’t meet their expectations. You’ll also hear practical strategies for navigating social events (without forcing yourself or your child to “perform”), plus a few favorite holiday rituals—from cookie baking to Christmas Eve dinner to a Christmas Day zoo trip.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by holiday gatherings, unsure how to set boundaries with family, or stuck between “being flexible” and “protecting your nervous system,” this conversation will help.
In this episode:
• Holiday boundaries for introverts and neurodivergent families
• Why time limits reduce anxiety (and increase participation)
• Setting expectations with relatives ahead of gatherings
• Demand avoidance, sensory overwhelm, and holiday rituals
• How to navigate parties with roles, structure, and exit plans
• Letting people be disappointed (without taking it on)
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As the year winds down, we’re reflecting on the real gifts yoga has given us—beyond poses and flexibility. In this conversation, we talk about pranayama and nervous-system regulation (including HRV), learning acceptance as our bodies age, how yoga builds discernment around recovery, and what we’re grateful for (including health, community, and the unexpected growth that comes from changing course as parents and professionals).
If you’re navigating stress, pain, aging, burnout, or a shifting relationship with practice, this episode is an honest look at what yoga can offer for the long haul—and what we’re ready to let go of as we head into a new year.
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Long before Jason was an anatomy nerd, a sequencing, and a technique nerd, he was a philosophy nerd. In fact, his undergraduate degree is in Philosophy. On this episode, he breaks down Patanjali’s 8-limbed path through a modern, practical model that finally makes sense -- not as a ladder to climb, but as concentric circles of self-regulation that move from the external to the deeply internal.
We’ll explore how yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, dhyana, and samadhi work together as a system for grounding, clarity, and inner steadiness — and why this perspective is easier to apply in real life than the traditional “8 steps” approach.
If this brings more clarity to the 8 limbs, please share it with your students or fellow teachers!
***A reminder: Jason's 200-Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training is now open for enrollment. The early bird pricing expires Dec. 21st, so enroll before then to lock in your $300 discount. Learn more at jasonyoga.com/200
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In this episode, we’re catching up on… us. Jason is out of retirement, teaching live classes at an exclusive spot in Carlsbad, Andrea shares how strength training and high-protein eating (like, super high-protein) has helped her get out of chronic knee and foot pain in post-menopause. We also talk shoulder rehab, why teachers don’t need to “do it all” in class, and what’s currently entertaining us (books, TV, and yes—Dancing With the Stars).
>> Jason announced a few live teaching events in 2026. To get the announcements, join our newsletter: jasonyoga.com/newsletter
>> Learn about Jason’s 200-Hour Online Yoga Teacher Training (early-bird registration through January 13):
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What does it really feel like to teach yoga for the first time? In this episode of The Making of a Yoga Teacher, Jason takes you inside that nerve-wracking but transformative moment every new teacher faces: stepping to the front of the room.
Laurel, Raquel, and Erin talk about what it was like to teach for the first time during the training. Through their stories, you’ll see that every yoga teacher starts here — nervous, vulnerable, and discovering that courage grows with each breath and each class.
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We're having a Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale this week! Save 20% on all of our Continuing Education courses when you enter code BREATHE25 at checkout. Enjoy!
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Want to improve your shoulder health? Listen to this episode. It's a two-parter and it focuses on 1) an important functional movement of the shoulders that is often overlooked in yoga and 2) essential mobility drills for the shoulders that yogis can incorporate into their practice.
I've got shoulders on my mind because I am about to begin teaching my Shoulders, Upper Back, and Neck Module of my 300-Hour YTT. We begin this Wednesday and I'd love to see you there. It's open to students who'd like to deepen their practice and teachers who would like to feel more confident and knowledgeable. You can learn more and register at jasonyoga.com/300
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What does it really feel like to teach yoga for the first time? In this episode of The Making of a Yoga Teacher, Jason takes you inside that nerve-wracking but transformative moment every new teacher faces: stepping to the front of the room.
Laurel, Raquel, and Erin talk about what it was like to teach for the first time during the training. Through their stories, you’ll see that every yoga teacher starts here — nervous, vulnerable, and discovering that courage grows with each breath and each class.
👉 Learn more about Jason's 200-Hour Training here: jasonyoga.com/200
👉 Jason has a 300-Hour Module coming up in one week! Learn about it here: jasonyoga.com/300
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If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to do a yoga teacher training—or if you’re looking for insight, motivation, and honesty about the process—this episode shows how transformation begins: one decision, one class, one breath at a time. You'll meet Laurel, Raquel, and Erin and find out what made them say yes to their journey toward becoming yoga teachers.
🎥 Episodes in this series:
1️⃣ How It All Begins — Starting Yoga Teacher Training
2️⃣ Finding Your Voice — The First Time Teaching
3️⃣ Becoming Yourself — Confidence, Connection & Growth
4️⃣ The First Class — Teaching in the Real World
🧘♂️ Learn about Jason Crandell’s Online 200-Hour Training → learn.jasonyoga.com/200
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This week -- a solocast from Jason, fresh from his trip teaching a weeklong "Sequencing 2.0" training in London. On this episode, he breaks down a practical framework for scaling a single 60-minute sequence into:
(1) shorter online formats
(2) longer workshops
(3) four-week series with clear objectives
He also explains why real creativity comes from solving for a goal—not from random choreography—and how to communicate a simple plan so students feel part of something bigger.
Psst! Don't miss next week's episode where we launch a four-part “Transformation Series,” that follows three of Jason's trainees through their teacher training journey.
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If you’ve ever wondered how to balance structure and freedom in your teaching and how to help students problem-solve rather than memorize, Jason shares some ideas on this week's Yoga(ish). We also talk about "the examined life," and what that means to us. Lastly, we share how the "Wawa meet-up," went (spoiler: it was as quirky and sweet as we hoped it would be.)
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⏱️ Chapters
0:00 Life lately & Chihuahua meetup
4:15 What is the constraint-led approach to learning?
18:34 Applying it to yoga & sequencing
31:16 The shadow side of yoga & self-inquiry
37:00 Why discomfort leads to growth
Check out our shownotes with links from the episode: yogalandpodcast.com
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If you practiced yoga in the 90s, you know… it was different.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro & why we’re talking about 90s yoga
04:03 Andrea’s first yoga class (and the clown car moment)
11:54 Jason’s first yoga class in college
25:11 Quirky studios, circus neighbors & wild props
31:26 What’s changed for better and worse
Before it was in every gym, before online classes, before Lululemon — yoga in the U.S. was a quirky subculture you had to seek out. In this episode of Yoga-ish, we share our funniest, weirdest, and most heartfelt memories from our early years of practice:
• Renting rooms in funky parts of town with circus performers as neighbors
• The original paper-thin blue and green mats that never got cleaned
• Heavy wooden props that could double as furniture
• Our first teachers — from deeply traditional to delightfully eccentric
• How yoga felt before it became mainstream, and what’s changed (for better and worse)
Whether you started in the 70s, 90s, or just last week, this is a love letter to yoga’s evolution — and a celebration of its wonderfully weird past.
💬 Your turn: Were you practicing yoga in the 90s (or earlier)? Share your best memory here or on Instagram (and tag us) -- we'd love to hear them!
📌 Resources & Trainings Mentioned:
ABOUT JASON CRANDELL AND HIS ONLINE YOGA TEACHER TRAININGS:
✅ Sequencing 2.0: Move Beyond Drop-in Classes
https://www.mission-e1.com/sequencing/
✅ 200hr Online Yoga Teacher Training:
https://learn.jasonyoga.com/200
✅ Considering YTT? Check out our honest guide, Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About YTT here: https://jasonyoga.com/yoga-teacher-training
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Some lessons change you forever — and yoga has given us more than we can count.
After 30 years of practice, these are the teachings we still lean on every day — on and off the mat. In this episode of Yogaland, we share the timeless yoga lessons that have shaped our lives, improved our relationships, and transformed the way we move through the world.
Highlights:
00:00 Why enduring lessons matter after decades of practice
01:34 Movement as a tool for emotional regulation
10:10 Self-regulation, steadiness & resilience in daily life
13:35 Learning to be comfortable with discomfort
18:22 Self-study & curiosity over memorization
23:47 Practicing self-compassion on (and off) the mat
29:31 Empathy, compassion & understanding the human condition
34:17 Developing the witness & separating from the ego
40:17 Building better coping skills & mental flexibility
💬 Your turn: What lessons from yoga have stayed with you the longest? Share them in the comments — we’d love to hear your story.
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ABOUT JASON AND HIS ONLINE YOGA TEACHER TRAININGS:
✅ Get your 300hr & 500hr Teacher Training Certificate with Jason: https://learn.jasonyoga.com/300
✅ LIVE! A London Immersion -- Sequencing 2.0: Move Beyond Drop-in Classes
https://www.mission-e1.com/sequencing/
✅ 200hr Online Yoga Teacher Training:
https://learn.jasonyoga.com/200
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After 30 years of yoga, we’ve discovered which poses, myths, and cues actually hold you back.
Here’s what to let go — and what to focus on instead for a stronger, more sustainable practice.
Over three decades of yoga practice, we’ve seen trends, techniques, and teaching cues come and go. In this episode, we share the poses we approach differently now, the myths we no longer believe, and the verbal cues we’ve retired for good. From letting go of “going to your edge” in every pose, to embracing strength training, to rethinking old alignment rules, we reflect on what truly supports longevity, strength, and enjoyment in yoga practice. Whether you’re a yoga teacher or a dedicated student, you’ll find insight, perspective, and a few laughs from our 30 years on the mat.
You can find shownotes here: yogalandpodcast.com/episode364
Don't miss!
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Teaching yoga isn’t about impressing your students—it’s about supporting them. On this episode, Jason shares 5 things to keep in mind if you're a yoga teacher (especially in the first five years). His ideas will help you feel grounded, confident, and inspired as you build your yoga teaching career.
Heads up: Module II of Jason's 300-hour YTT is come up in two week! This is the core + spine module but it's also the module where he does a deep dive into the yoga philosophy of Patanjali. You can get all the info & register here: jasonyoga.com/300 It's all online for maximum flexbility; you can begin the lectures and classes as soon as you register!
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This week my guest is Philadelphia-based yoga teacher, Matthew Shaw. Matthew joined the Jason Crandell Yoga Method team as our Lead Teacher Training Mentor this year and has been a longtime student of Jason's.
What I didn't know until a few weeks ago is that Matthew spent 20 years in a previous life as a successful opera singer, performing on major stages across Europe—including Germany, Austria, and Hungary.
In this conversation, Matthew shares how, in the second half of his career, just as he was really taking off, anxiety and depression decided to tag along. He talks openly about imposter syndrome, how he found solace through yoga and Western meds (you know I love my meds so I'm here for it!) and how his whole journey lead him to where he is today.
We spend the second half of the conversation focused on retreats, why they are so vital, and how he creates intentional, supportive spaces for his students to both adventure and reset.
We talk about:
Why retreats offer so much more than a temporary escape—and how they can ripple outward to impact our daily lives
You can find shownotes here: yogalandpodcast.com/episode362
We've got two YTT events coming up! Module II of Jason's 300-hour begins August 20th. You can get all of the details and join us here: jasonyoga.com/300
And if you are considering becoming a yoga teacher, join our 200-hour waitlist! I will send you details and interesting content as well as details about the training. Get all the info here: jasonyoga.com/200
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This week, I’m joined by yoga teacher and global mindfulness facilitator Josh Blatter. We talk about his teaching journey—from the yoga studio to his work with Peace on Purpose, a program that supports United Nations staff working in some of the most high-pressure environments in the world.
Josh shares:
Thank you, as always, for listening and sharing the podcast.
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On this episode, we dive deep into 5 of the most common yoga cues—offering clearer, more effective alternatives that enhance both understanding and practice.
Whether you’re a yoga teacher seeking to improve your verbal communication or a dedicated practitioner eager to refine your alignment, this episode will help you:
✔️ Clarify common cues like “lift your kneecaps” and “tuck your tailbone”
✔️ Understand why some cues aren’t landing and how to adjust them
✔️ Enhance your students’ experience with precise, actionable language
Join us as we unpack and rephrase cues that are technically correct but can be made more accessible and impactful.
ABOUT OUR ONLINE YOGA TEACHER TRAININGS:
✅ The Essential Guide to Yoga Anatomy Online Course: https://learn.jasonyoga.com/anatomy
✅ Get your 300hr & 500hr Teacher Training Certificate with Jason: https://learn.jasonyoga.com/300
✅ The Art of Teaching Beginners Online Course:
https://learn.jasonyoga.com/beginners
✅ The Art of Yoga Sequencing Online Course:
https://learn.jasonyoga.com/sequencing
✅ JOIN OUR MAILING LIST and you'll be the first to know whenever we have new content: https://www.jasonyoga.com/newsletter
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In this episode, Jason dives deep into one of the most overlooked — and often overwhelming — skills in yoga teaching: verbal communication. Whether you're a new teacher still getting comfortable saying anything aloud, or a seasoned instructor trying to say less with more impact, this conversation is full of practical insights.
You’ll learn how to refine your voice, distill your message, and create space for your students to absorb and respond.
Highlights from the episode include:
👉 Learn more about Jason’s 200-hour YTT and 300-hour YTT. Module Two of the 300-hour starts in early August!
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What if everything you’ve learned about pranayama tells only half the story?
In this episode, Jason Crandell breaks down the two radically different approaches to pranayama found in traditional Hatha Yoga and Patanjali’s Raja Yoga. These lineages share a goal—liberation through practice—but their breathwork techniques, underlying philosophies, and mechanisms of transformation couldn’t be more different.
Whether you’re a yoga teacher, a teacher-in-training, or a student curious about the deeper roots of breathwork, this talk will help you understand:
• Why pranayama in the Hatha Yoga tradition focuses on energy, purification, and awakening Kundalini
• Why Patanjali’s approach to pranayama emphasizes stillness, subtlety, and inner quiet
• How each tradition views the purpose of pranayama in relation to the mind, body, and spirit
• What these differences mean for your breathwork practice and teaching today
This lecture is excerpted from Jason’s online Pranayama Teacher Training, a comprehensive course that combines modern science and traditional wisdom to help yoga teachers build confidence in teaching breathwork.
🧘♂️ Learn more about Jason’s Pranayama Teacher Training here: jasonyoga.com/breathwork
🔍 Key Topics Covered:
• Pranayama in Hatha Yoga vs. Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra
• The role of kundalini, nadis, and chakras in traditional breathwork
• Patanjali’s model of liberation through stillness of mind
• The purpose of breath control (pranayama) in classical yoga
• How to apply these insights in modern yoga classes and teacher trainings
ABOUT JASON AND HIS ONLINE YOGA TEACHER TRAININGS:
✅ Train to become a yoga teacher with Jason's 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training: jasonyoga.com/200
✅ Get your 300hr & 500hr Teacher Training Certificate with Jason: jasonyoga.com/300
✅ The Essential Guide to Yoga Anatomy Online Course: jasonyoga.com/anatomy
✅ The Art of Teaching Beginners Online Course: jasonyoga.com/beginners
✅ The Art of Yoga Sequencing Online Course: jasonyoga.com/sequencing
✅ JOIN OUR MAILING LIST and you'll be the first to know whenever we have new content: https://www.jasonyoga.com/newsletter
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