What is prana beyond the breath? Aru welcomes yoga teacher and author Prasad Rangnekar back to Let’s Talk Yoga to explore his book, Prana: The Practice of Body, Mind, and Breath. They discuss prana as a lived experience rooted in Indian culture, the relationship between the individual and the cosmos, and how prana connects with the mind, sound, and everyday life. Prasad also explains Chitta Shuddhi, Prana Dharana, and the importance of cultivating aliveness before jumping into breathing techniques. Discover simple ways to connect with prana and bring a deeper, more experiential understanding to your yoga practice.

Episode Highlights:

Etic and Emic Approaches to Yoga
Prana as a Lived Cultural Tradition
Pinda Brahmanda Siddhanta and the Cosmos
The Indian Worldview of Space and Time
Connecting with Prana Beyond Breath
Developing a Relationship with Prana
Everyday Ways to Cultivate Prana
Sound, Chanting, and Pranic Energy
Chitta Shuddhi and Mental Purification
The Mind as a Mirror
Prana and Emotional Resolution
Pranayama and Cultivating Prana
Breath Communication Beyond Breathwork
Prana Dharana and Energy Flow
Prana, Apana, and Hatha Yoga
Aliveness as a Practice of Prana
Recognizing Energy Blocks Through Aliveness
Thriving in Prana Before Technique
Prana as a Sacred Relationship

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Understanding Prana As A Practice of Body, Mind, and Breath with Prasad Rangnekar

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Understanding Prana As A Practice of Body, Mind, and Breath with Prasad Rangnekar