Listen to the Latest from Yoga Journal, From Archival Interviews to Meditation Hacks

Some days, you just can’t handle superfluous screen time. But that’s no reason to miss a Yoga Journal story.

Our new article playlists, available exclusively to O+ members, allow you to listen to the latest in yoga, teaching, trends, and more. Consider it mindful consumption.

These curated articles feature some of our favorite stories from the past month, including meditation and wellness tips, first-person stories, and archival interviews with yoga luminaries. Interested in listening to an article not included on this playlist? Look for the “listen” option under the headline of select stories across our site. You can also do the same across our sister publications, including Outside, Run, Ski, Climbing, Triathlete, and Backpacker.

Listen to the Latest from YJ playlist

In Appreciation of the Teacher Who Brought Yoga to Our Living Rooms Decades Before YouTube

(8-minute listen)

To mark the recent passing of icon Lilias Folan, enjoy this in-depth interview with the yoga instructor and PBS star.

Read/listen here.

Can’t Commit to Daily Meditation? Do This Instead.

(3-minute listen)

For anyone who struggles with traditional meditation, an alternative: taking a mindful moment outside.

Read/listen here.

I Did Yoga in the Snow—And Wobbled My Way to Inner Balance

(8-minute listen)

Snowga (aka snow yoga) may sound silly, but this writer found that practicing in the cold offered some surprising lessons.

Read/listen here.

Can You Really Reset Your Vagus Nerve? Here’s What to Know.

(6-minute listen)

Activating your parasympathetic nervous system, more specifically your vagus nerve, is the key to calm. But it’s more complicated than the press of a button.

Read/listen here.

Yes, I Let My Yoga Students Be Loud Before Class. Here’s Why.

(5-minute listen)

Some teachers insist on a silent, or at least muted, atmosphere ahead of class. This teacher welcomes chatter and connection.

Read/listen here.

Insights Into Overcoming Fear, According to a 20th Century Sage

(12-minute listen)

This archival interview with Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj focuses on overcoming fear by bearing witness to what it.

Read/listen here.

Yes, Yoga Teacher, You Can Use Your Notes During Class

(7-minute listen)

If you consider relying on notes as a yoga teacher to be taboo, think again.

Read/listen here.

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