How Yoga Changed My Life

How Yoga Changed My Life
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How Yoga Changed My Life shares honest conversations about grief, resilience, healing, and the practices that help us navigate life’s hardest seasons. Through personal stories, movement, meditation, breathwork, and interviews, you’ll discover tools to help you keep moving forward—even when life changes unexpectedly. Hosted by Adrienne Smith, Mia Obaile, Nora Pair and Natalie Pasqualone, each episode explores resilience, family, personal growth, grief and the moments that change us forever.  New episodes every Monday. We Didn’t Plan For This special series In Case of Emergency, Press Play Meditations For those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere  gratitude. We Didn't Plan For This Special Series This series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn’t plan for this either.” If you’ve gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story. EMAIL US: WDPFTPodcast@gmail.com You don’t have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.  For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com Follow us @yogachanged Wanna share your yoga story? Send us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com.The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other original yoga-inspired compositions by visiting bio.site/mcrworks. For the latest updates on upcoming events featuring his live music for yoga and meditation, be sure to follow @maryogamusic on Instagram. 

  1. 2d ago

    28. In Case of Emergency, Press Play: Permission Granted

    We spend a lot of time telling ourselves what we should be doing.We should be further along. We should have it figured out. We should say yes. We should be handling things better.Honestly, sometimes we just need to stop should-ing all over ourselves.  This short guided meditation is your permission slip to rest, change your mind, say no, take more time, or simply not know what comes next. You don’t have to earn rest. You don’t have to explain every choice. And you definitely don’t have to have it all figured out. When you’re tired of should-ing all over yourself, press play.  Send us Fan Mail How Yoga Changed My Life a Podcast Send Us Your Stories! If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you!  These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn’t plan for, and what helps them along the way. If you’d like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com  Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com For those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude. The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other orig...

    28. In Case of Emergency, Press Play: Permission Granted

  2. 4d ago

    27. In Case of Emergency, Press Play: Solar Eclipse

    Inspired by the August 12th Solar Eclipse, this guided meditation is about the moments when something moves between you and the light.  Whether it’s fear, grief, change or uncertainty that causes the shadows to form, the light hasn’t disappeared just because we can’t see it. Take a few moments to ground yourself, breathe, and remember that you don’t have to see the entire path forward. Sometimes a sliver of light is enough. When you can’t see the light, press play. Send us Fan Mail How Yoga Changed My Life a Podcast Send Us Your Stories! If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you!  These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn’t plan for, and what helps them along the way. If you’d like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com  Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com For those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude. The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other orig...

    27. In Case of Emergency, Press Play: Solar Eclipse

  3. 6d ago

    195. Intro to Meditation with Jo Stewart

    Join Jo Stewart for her Introduction to Meditation. This guided practice offers an approach to begin and strengthen your meditation practice. Send us Fan Mail How Yoga Changed My Life a Podcast Send Us Your Stories! If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you!  These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn’t plan for, and what helps them along the way. If you’d like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com  Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com For those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude. The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other orig...

  4. Aug 7

    26. In Case of Emergency, Press Play: Morning Meditation | Before You Scroll

    Arrive Before the Day Before your phone gets the chance to dictate your mood, take a few moments to decide how you want to meet the day. Every morning offers a small window to choose intention over urgency. In this guided meditation, Adrienne shares a simple ritual that helps her begin each day grounded - before emails, texts to-do lists and responsibilities take over.  Whether your place is the edge of your bed, your favorite chair or a parked car before work, this meditation is an invitation to come home to yourself before heading out into the world.  Before you scroll and your phone decides your mood, press play.  Send us Fan Mail How Yoga Changed My Life a Podcast Send Us Your Stories! If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you!  These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn’t plan for, and what helps them along the way. If you’d like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com  Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com For those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude. The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other orig...

    26. In Case of Emergency, Press Play: Morning Meditation | Before You Scroll

  5. Aug 5

    25. In Case of Emergency, Press Play: Overthinking - When Your Brain is Being Dramatic

    When your inner critic won’t stop hogging the microphone, press play. Self-doubt has a funny way of showing up uninvited and acting like it pays rent. Before you know it, it’s questioning your decisions, your abilities, and whether you should’ve sent that text three days ago. This short guided meditation will help you take the microphone back, quiet the noise, and reconnect with the version of yourself that existed long before all the second-guessing moved in. Today’s meditation is a chance to interrupt that conversation. To breathe. And to remember that self-doubt is just a feeling—it’s far from the truth. Send us Fan Mail How Yoga Changed My Life a Podcast Send Us Your Stories! If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you!  These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn’t plan for, and what helps them along the way. If you’d like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com  Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com For those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude. The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other orig...

    25. In Case of Emergency, Press Play: Overthinking - When Your Brain is Being Dramatic

  6. Aug 4

    194. We Didn't Plan For This: The People We Miss

    After losing her husband, Brian, Adrienne expected grief. What she didn’t expect was how grief would slowly disconnect her from the people she loves. In this solo episode of We Didn’t Plan for This, Adrienne shares the invisible weight of living in limbo—waiting on probate, facing financial uncertainty, carrying responsibilities that once belonged to two people, and waking up each day with more questions than answers.  Every phone call becomes another reminder of what hasn’t been resolved, making it harder and harder to reach out to the people who matter most. This isn’t just a conversation about losing a spouse. It’s about losing pieces of yourself along the way. The version of yourself who you were.  If you’ve ever felt stuck in the waiting, overwhelmed by life’s logistics, or quietly disappeared because you simply didn’t have anything left to give, this episode is a reminder that you’re not alone. If this episode resonates, please share it with someone who might need to hear it. And if you’re enjoying We Didn’t Plan for This, follow the show, leave a review, and help us reach someone who needs the reminder that they don’t have to carry it all alone. Send us Fan Mail How Yoga Changed My Life a Podcast Send Us Your Stories! If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you!  These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn’t plan for, and what helps them along the way. If you’d like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com  Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com For those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude. The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other orig...

    194. We Didn't Plan For This: The People We Miss

  7. Aug 3

    193. Accesible Yoga Across Communities

    Rethinking Yoga: Accessibility, Neurodivergence & the Aerial Hammock What if yoga wasn’t about fitting your body into a pose—but adapting the practice to fit your body? In this episode of How Yoga Changed My Life, we sit down with yoga educator, author, and aerial yoga specialist Jo Stewart to explore what accessible yoga really means. Together, we talk about creating welcoming spaces for every body, supporting neurodivergent students, and how aerial yoga can become a powerful tool for accessibility, confidence, and nervous system regulation—not just impressive tricks. Whether you’re a yoga teacher, a lifelong student, newly diagnosed as neurodivergent, or simply curious about making movement more inclusive, this conversation will challenge the way you think about yoga and remind you that the practice belongs to everyone. Click Here to order Jo's book on Amazon Click Here to listen to The Flow Artists Podcast Click Here to visit Garden of Yoga Send us Fan Mail How Yoga Changed My Life a Podcast Send Us Your Stories! If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you!  These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn’t plan for, and what helps them along the way. If you’d like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com  Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com For those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude. The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other orig...

  8. Jul 31

    24. In Case of Emergency, Press Play: Whole

    In almost every class Adrienne teaches, she tells her students that struggling is inevitable, but suffering is optional. She doesn’t mean we get to choose whether difficult things happen to us or not. But sometimes we add another layer by fighting what we’re already feeling.  We tell ourselves we shouldn’t be sad, shouldn’t be anxious, shouldn’t be angry, or that we should be farther along than we are. That struggle can create even more suffering. Today’s meditation is simply an invitation to set that extra layer down, even if it’s only for a few minutes. Sometimes we come to meditation because we want to become calmer, happier, more enlightened, or more awake. But if we look closely, that can become just another form of striving. Just another way of trying to be someone other than who we are in this moment. What if, instead, you didn’t have to become anything? What if there was nothing to fix? When you forget there’s nothing to fix, press play. Send us Fan Mail How Yoga Changed My Life a Podcast Send Us Your Stories! If you have a story about how yoga, meditation, breath work, journaling, or movement changed your life, we want to hear from you!  These podcasts are really about the same thing — how people move through the seasons of life they didn’t plan for, and what helps them along the way. If you’d like to be on the show or share your story:  Fill out our guest form or email us at yogachanged@gmail.com  Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachanged Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/ More info, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com For those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere gratitude. The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other orig...

    24. In Case of Emergency, Press Play: Whole
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How Yoga Changed My Life shares honest conversations about grief, resilience, healing, and the practices that help us navigate life’s hardest seasons. Through personal stories, movement, meditation, breathwork, and interviews, you’ll discover tools to help you keep moving forward—even when life changes unexpectedly. Hosted by Adrienne Smith, Mia Obaile, Nora Pair and Natalie Pasqualone, each episode explores resilience, family, personal growth, grief and the moments that change us forever.  New episodes every Monday. We Didn’t Plan For This special series In Case of Emergency, Press Play Meditations For those who have reached out asking how to support Adrienne and her family during this time, click here to donate. There is absolutely no expectation—just sincere  gratitude. We Didn't Plan For This Special Series This series exists because so many of you reached out and said, “I didn’t plan for this either.” If you’ve gone through a diagnosis, a loss, a life change, a career shift, a divorce, becoming a caregiver, moving, starting over — we want to hear your story. EMAIL US: WDPFTPodcast@gmail.com You don’t have to have it figured out. You just have to be willing to share honestly.  For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.com Follow us @yogachanged Wanna share your yoga story? Send us a email at yogachanged@gmail.com.The theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other original yoga-inspired compositions by visiting bio.site/mcrworks. For the latest updates on upcoming events featuring his live music for yoga and meditation, be sure to follow @maryogamusic on Instagram. 

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  • Creator
    How Yoga Changed My Life
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    225
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 How Yoga Changed My Life
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