In episode 7 of All Is Yoga, senior Jivamukti Yoga teacher Jules Febre leads an engaging discussion with Sas Stephenson - an aquatic ecologist - about the fascinating world of environmental DNA (eDNA). Sas shares her journey in combining her passion for ecology with her yoga practice, emphasizing the importance of non-invasive methods in studying aquatic ecosystems. She explains how eDNA allows researchers to collect biodiversity data by analyzing DNA from water samples, providing insights into species presence without disturbing the environment. The conversation also touches on the philosophical connections between ecology and yoga, emphasizing the interconnectedness of life and the importance of ethical practices in both fields. Discover classes with Jules on Jivamukti Digital, including a Basics series, Open Classes and the philosophy course that he co-hosted with Joshua M. Greene, Talking About the Gita.* You can access this content with a Jivamukti Digital membership, or you can begin a 3-days free trial here. Jules is also the co-founder of Liberation Lab – an online space to move, study, and reflect. Here, you’ll explore yoga as a way of living—through practice, philosophy, and the quiet work of awareness, connection, and care. Discover more from Liberation Lab, here. Sas is a molecular ecologist in the vegetation and food webs team in Oceans and Atmosphere business unit CSIRO, using DNA-based techniques to describe ecosystem health. She is also a qualified Jivamukti Yoga teacher. Want to watch this as a video? Jivamukti Digital is a comprehensive Yoga membership platform where you'll find more than 950 videos to develop your at-home practice, including iconic sequences from the Jivamukti method such as Spiritual Warrior, Open classes, meditation, philosophy, workshops and more. Rise and Shine with Jivamukti Digital, for FREE! Wake up to a yoga practice that's simple, accessible, and designed for real life. In a series of short Jivamukti Yoga classes, you'll get access to four FREE energizing morning sessions - each one perfect for kickstarting your day before work, childcare, or for keeping up your practice during vacations or holidays. No membership or payment details needed, get started in just a few clicks, here.
