Presence, Parenting, and The Practice of Yoga with Sarah Ezrin Outside The Studio with Tessa Tovar

A Summary of Episode 127 of Outside The Studio with Tessa Tovar:
This month on Outside the Studio, Tessa Tovar and Sarah Ezrin discuss various topics related to parenting, self-care, and non-attachment. They explore the importance of being present in yoga practice and how it can be applied to parenting. Sarah shares her insights on creating a sustainable self-care practice and the role of daily repetition. They also discuss the myth of multitasking and the importance of focusing on one task at a time. Sarah emphasizes the practice of non-attachment and the balance between striving for progress and letting go of outcomes. Sarah and Tessa explore the importance of bringing unconscious beliefs to consciousness in order to address and change them. The conversation highlights the practice of letting go and using physical acts to release energy.
Key Takeaways
1. Creating a sustainable self-care practice involves daily repetition and finding what works best for you.
2. Multitasking is a myth, and focusing on one task at a time leads to better productivity and efficiency.
3. Non-attachment is a key aspect of practice, allowing for growth and progress without being attached to specific outcomes.
4. Being kind to oneself is essential in parenting and in life, and it involves listening to your own needs and being gentle with self-talk. Bringing unconscious beliefs to consciousness is essential for personal growth and change.
Timestamps
(00:00:00) Introduction and Catching Up
(00:02:12) Deconstructing Yoga and Being Present
(00:03:09) Parenting and the Yoga of Parenting Book
(00:06:30) Creating a Self-Care Practice
(00:08:07) The Importance of Daily Repetition
(00:10:11) Sleep Hygiene and Sleep Cycles
(00:12:07) Multitasking and the Myth of Multitasking
(00:18:30) Working Memory and Meditation
(00:20:46) Practice and Non-Attachment
(00:24:09) TV Show Recommendations
(00:25:40) Parenting and Imparting Wisdom
(00:26:22) Non-Attachment and Practice
(00:31:01) Parenting and Being Kind to Yourself
(00:36:56) Using the Book and the Importance of Kindness
(00:41:15) Being Kind to Yourself and Self-Talk
(00:43:17) Bringing Unconscious Beliefs to Consciousness
(00:44:23) The Yogic Perspective of Self
(00:45:02) Letting Go and Non-Attachment
(00:45:33) Unplugging Energetic Cords
(00:46:13) Final Thoughts and Trust
Resources:
Sarah Ezrin is a yoga educator (Senior Teacher + Trainer), freelance writer (and long-time contributor for Yoga Journal), and author of the book “The Yoga of Parenting: 10 Yoga-Based Practices to Help You Stay Grounded, Connect with Your Kids, and Be Kind to Yourself” (Shambhala Publications/Penguin Random House, June 2023).
Connect with Sarah:
Website: https://sarahezrinyoga.com/
Book: https://yogaofparentingbook.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahezrinyoga/
Podcast: https://sarahezrinyoga.com/podcast-page/
Connect with Tessa Tovar:
◦ Website: https://tessatovar.com/
◦ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tessamarietovar/
◦ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tessa-tovar-baa27613/
◦ Twitter: https://twitter.com/altyogagirl
◦ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHMYm-7kNZfulgaiCi2w8Cw
◦ Book of Poetry for Savasana:
https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Moon-Book-Poetry-Savasana/dp/1731243588