The onion peelers

Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada
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Welcome to The onion peelers podcast. We are Lana and Mercedes, yoga nerds, cat lovers, life inquirers and the proud owners of The Breathing Space in Amsterdam. Through this podcast we aim to peel back the layers of our experience to reveal the heart of the matter. To ask life's questions, to explore our minds and open our hearts. We hope to pique your curiosity, encourage self-reflection and inspire compassion so that together we can be better. Connect with us! www.thebreathingspace.nl / Awesome Illustration by Simon Flöter

  1. 06/30/2022

    Honoring tradition while embracing uniqueness

    Welcome back to the Onion Peelers podcast! In this episode Lana and Mercedes talk all about tradition. Its definition, its meaning in the context of Ashtanga Yoga, and how it evolves and changes over time... and much more. Plus two little extra 'bonus tracks' answering questions from faithful listeners.

  2. 03/03/2022

    Aligning ourselves back home

    In this Onion Peelers episode Lana and Mercedes discuss all about yoga alignment. What is it? What is it for? How does it change over time? They also share a few suggestions to play with in your own practice of self-exploration. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording! Mentioned in this episode: David KeilNancy GilgoffPattabhi JoisSthira Sukham AsanamVedanta Society, BostonMantra & Yoga nidra with Fleur van HilleDavid Keil in Amsterdam

  3. 11/19/2021

    The Yoga of relationships

    In this episode Lana and Mercedes, discuss the student-teacher relationship, its dynamics, the struggles we currently face within the yoga industry - and how we all play a key role in nurturing healthy relationships with each other.

  4. 08/10/2021

    The power of breath, focus and the subtle body

    In this episode Lana and Mercedes have a meandering conversation about the power of breath, focus and their relationship to the subtle body. They also share their own experiences, reflections and a few tips on how to cultivate a relationship with these more subtle aspects of both our bodies and practice.

  5. 08/03/2021

    The elusive bandhas

    In this episode Lana & Mercedes talk about the elusive bandhas. They share their thoughts , tips and challenges on how to access these energetic seals and how they relate to our subtle anatomy and practice. Enjoy! Mentioned in this episode: SluiceGreg Nardi

  6. 07/27/2021

    The breath

    In this episode Lana and Mercedes chat about their favorite topic of all times, the breath! They discuss Ujjayi breathing in particularly, in the context of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga and flow sort of practices and they share their insights on benefits, challenges and more. Mentioned in this episode: Ujjayi breathRichard Freeman

  7. 03/17/2021

    Our book recommendations for Yoga students, teachers and spiritual seekers

    Make space in your bookshelf! In this episode Lana and Mercedes share their favorite book titles to support and inspire your Yoga journey. Mentioned in this episode: Yoga the Iyengar wayLight on YogaThe tree of YogaAshtanga Yoga by David SwensonThe heart of Yoga Ashtanga Yoga: Practice & PhilosophyPower Yoga: The total strength & flexibility workoutJourney into the PowerJivamukti Yoga, practices for liberating body & soula...

  8. 02/23/2021

    Your mind, your body, and your ability to change and learn new things

    In this episode Lana and Mercedes chat about the mind-body connection, the nervous system, and the incredible ability we all have within us to change and learn new things. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we did recording! Mentioned in this episode: Yoga sutras of PatanjaliVibhuti PadaEdwin Bryant Abhyasa & VairagyaNeuroplasticityDr. Andrew Huberman

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Welcome to The onion peelers podcast. We are Lana and Mercedes, yoga nerds, cat lovers, life inquirers and the proud owners of The Breathing Space in Amsterdam. Through this podcast we aim to peel back the layers of our experience to reveal the heart of the matter. To ask life's questions, to explore our minds and open our hearts. We hope to pique your curiosity, encourage self-reflection and inspire compassion so that together we can be better. Connect with us! www.thebreathingspace.nl / Awesome Illustration by Simon Flöter

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  • Creator
    Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2022
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 Lana Beex and Mercedes Parellada
  • Show Website
    The onion peelers