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Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone! Welcome to the 91st episode of Inside the minds of great yogis! In the 91st episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis , We spoke with Tarini and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Tarini : Tarini Nirula is the founder of YogaTara and an internationally certified ERYT 200, RYT 500 Yoga Teacher with the International Yoga Alliance. A dedicated Hatha Yoga practitioner and educator, she has taught yoga and mindfulness across India and internationally, working with institutions such as the American Embassy School, and corporates including DLF Group, Airtel, Victoria's Secret, Paypal and other leading organisations. Through her work, she seamlessly integrates traditional yogic wisdom with modern lifestyles, making wellness practical, inclusive, and deeply transformative. Her long-term mission is to uplift and empower one million people through the light of yoga.Tarini is the author of Serenity Secrets: Mastering the Art of Soothing Practices and the host of the YogaTara Podcast, where she shares reflections, guided meditations, and conversations on holistic wellness, self-awareness, and conscious living.She is also the founder of Tarini Nirula Accessories, a design-led brand showcased at the Festival de Cannes 2023, known for its handcrafted pieces that merge artistry with individuality. A NIFT alumna, entrepreneur, and wellness advocate, Tarini brings together yoga, mindfulness, and design to inspire inner balance, creative expression, and purposeful living.A big thank you to Tarini for joining us in our 91st episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Tarini's perspective on yoga and her wonderful work!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone! Welcome to the 90th episode of Inside the minds of great yogis! In the 90th episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis , We spoke with Malini and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Malini Jay: Malini has completed a BA (Hons) in Visual Communication Design and previously worked as Country Head for eCommerce at one of the largest sports retailers. Later, she discovered her passion for yoga and completed her Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) in 2019. Soon after, she established Yatra Yoga & Wellness in Rawang in 2020. Since then, she has taught hundreds of students and collaborated with corporate companies and a university to promote yoga and a balanced lifestyle for employees and students.To deepen her understanding, Malini spent time in Mysore, India — considered the birthplace of Ashtanga and modern yoga — under the guidance of renowned teachers, immersing herself in the authentic roots of yoga to bring its traditional teachings back to her students in Malaysia.At present, she holds the E-RYT 500 certification (Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher) with more than 6,000 teaching hours. She is also a certified and internationally recognized yoga instructor registered with Yoga Alliance, USA. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in making traditional yoga practices accessible to a broad audience without compromising their core principles.Recently, Malini also completed a Sound Healing Course, which she will soon be integrating into her classes and wellness offerings to create a more holistic healing experience for her students.Today, Yatra Yoga has grown into a yoga academy offering various internationally certified courses, including Yoga Teacher Training, Pre & Post Natal Teacher Training, Children & Special Kids Instructor Courses, as well as Women’s Wellness Programs.A big thank you to Malini for joining us in our 90th episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Malini's perspective on yoga and her impact in the yoga industry!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone! In the 89th episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis , We spoke with Amy and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Amy: A beacon for those craving a connection to tradition and timeless wisdom, Amy Landry is a registered senior yoga teacher, ayurvedic practitioner, mentor, mother-of-two, odissi dancer, podcast host, author, facilitator of the Study Yoga summit, and founder of Shruti School of Yoga.Based in Australia and renowned for her sold-out international retreats, Amy has presented at Wanderlust, Evolve Yoga Festival, Byron Spirit Fest, and Ekam Yoga Festival. You can listen to her respected and much-loved Living In Alignment podcast on all major platforms.Amy aims to amalgamate several Indian disciplines into daily life with the hope of inspiring her community to have a tangible relationship with living yoga rather than seeing it as an isolated practice. Her book, The Ocean of Yoga: A complete guide for living the teachings, tradition, and practice is published by the esteemed Shambhala Publications as of March 2026 globally.A big thank you to Amy for joining us in our 89th episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Amy's perspective on yoga and learn more about her new book!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone!We are back after a long hiatus to share another episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis. In this episode, We spoke with Rasika on the 88th episode and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Rasika: Rasika is a certified ‘Yoga Siromani’ from Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, and completed her Advanced Teacher Training in Vinyasa Krama tradition under the tutelage of Srivatsa Ramaswami, the longest standing disciple of Sri.T.Krishnamacharya. She's also a mom of 2, and genuinely believes that parenting is the highest form of yoga. After a successful corporate stint lasting for 8 years, she decided to leave it all behind to follow her passion of teaching yoga, and founded Methuselah Yoga & Life. With about 10 years of teaching behind her, Rasika believes that there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to health, fitness and spiritual growth.That empathy shines through in her teaching, which beautifully balances effort and ease. She teaches vinyasa, restorative & yin practices, guided meditation, breathwork and pre-natal yoga.She is currently pursuing her Level 2 Ayurveda, and seamlessly weaves in practical ayurvedic knowledge into her lifestyle and teaching. A big thank you to Rasika for joining us in our 88th episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Rasika's perspective on yoga and the prominence of Ayurveda!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone!We are back with another episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis. In this episode, We spoke with Ebony on the 87th episode and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Ebony: Ebony is a 200-Hour Experienced Yoga Teacher, a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider, and a Rest Facilitator with a deep passion for empowering communities to thrive through rest. Her yoga journey began in 2017 as a way to cope with stress and anxiety, and it completely transformed her life. Yoga gave her the tools to advocate for herself, and in 2020, she discovered the profound power of restorative yoga, yin yoga, and Yoganidra. These practices became a safe space for her to rest and reset during a chaotic times of the pandemic and they inspired her mission to share this gift with others. Empowered Rest Yoga was born out of this vision, but it wasn’t always called that. Originally known as Sacred Shakti Yoga, Ebony's business was focused on encouraging women to embody a go-getter mindset, to believe in themselves, and to chase their dreams relentlessly. Over time, she realized something was missing. In a culture that glorifies hustle, the most powerful thing we can do is rest. She rebranded to Empowered Rest Yoga to reflect her deeper calling: to advocate for mental health, teach the art of rest, and help women and other individuals move beyond burnout. Now, her work focuses on restful practices that encourage individuals to honor their well-being, set boundaries, and redefine their life on their own terms - all while dismantling hustle cultureA big thank you to Ebony for joining us in our 87th episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Ebony's perspective on yoga and the prominence of rest!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone! We are back with another episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis. In this episode, We spoke with Serena Burgess on the 86th episode and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Serena: Serena Burgess has dedicated 20 years to the physical and spiritual practice of yoga. Now training others to share the art, she teaches that while yoga nurtures personal wellbeing, its deeper purpose is to inspire action for the wellbeing of all. An international yoga teacher, teacher trainer, and mentor, Serena is known for her embodied, accessible, and quietly radical approach to practice. Her work blends strength and softness, discipline and devotion, inviting students to meet themselves honestly—whether right side up or upside down. From arm balances and inversions to slow, grounding rituals, her teaching encourages curiosity, courage, and play. Serena is also a prenatal and children’s yoga teacher and a trained doula, supporting people through pregnancy, birth, parenting, and life’s many thresholds. These roles deeply inform her teaching, rooting her work in care, nervous system awareness, and reverence for cyclical wisdom. Across all her offerings, she centres practices that restore agency, honour the body’s intelligence, and challenge extractive, perfection-driven approaches to movement and life. Drawing on yoga philosophy, myth, and lived experience, Serena creates spaces that feel both supportive and expansive—where strength is redefined, rest is respected, and community matters. Her work gently resists systems that disconnect us from our bodies, our intuition, and one another, offering instead a yoga that is relational, life-affirming, and deeply human. A big thank you to Serena for joining us in our 86th episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Serena's perspective on yoga and her work with prenatal yoga!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone!Happy new year! We are back with another episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis. In this episode, We spoke with Myra Khanna on the 85th episode and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Myra: Myra Khanna is a student and educator of yoga. Having started her journey of movement as a Kathak dancer, she discovered SCUBA diving in 2015 and yoga in 2018. What began as a physically centric quest turned into a deeper inquiry. Under the guidance of her teachers, myra has and continues to explore the potential of the human body to strengthen, heal and strive for balance. With some experience in Expressive Arts Therapy, myra is fascinated by the communication between the body and the mind. Their continuous dialogue with one another and how they manifest through each other. Myra urges her students to lean into the language of their body through sensations, experiences and how their breath is at that very moment - this brings one closer to themselves and is far more powerful than external instructions. Myra is also studying and working in the space of women’s hormonal and menstrual health. Having experienced imbalances herself, she hopes to educate and bring awareness amongst women dealing with their own challenges. A big thank you to Myra for joining us in our 85th episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Myra's perspective on yoga and her inspiring journey!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone!We are back with another episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis. In this episode, We spoke with Marta Pizzirani on the 84th episode and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Marta: Marta is a retreat planner, entrepreneur, and dedicated mother whose work is guided by a strong spirit of vision and creativity. With over a decade of experience in the hospitality industry and a profound passion for yoga, she founded Grapefruit Retreats to support wellness practitioners and their clients in experiencing exceptional retreats throughout Italy.Through Grapefruit Retreats, Marta curates authentic, seasonal experiences that reflect the local identity of each destination while overseeing all aspects of group logistics, transfers, and coordination. Her commitment is to ensure every guest feels at home, offering a seamless, inspiring environment at any point during their stay in Italy.A big thank you to Marta for joining us in our 84th episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Marta's perspective on yoga and her journey as a retreat planner!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone!We are back with another episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis. In this episode, We spoke with Gowri Murthy on the 83rd episode and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Gowri: Gowri Murthy is a fervent classical dancer and yoga practitioner brimmed with great reverence to art. Born in an art loving family, she started her journey in movement through Bharatnatyam and Kuchipudi under the tutelage of her beloved aunt and Guru, Dr Veena Murthy Vijay. Consistently involved in sports and other co- curricular activities, Gowri's passion for building community and sharing her knowledge of movement arts grew over the years. Yoga has always been a big part of Gowri's life and it took a good swing during the first wave of COVID. After practicing Vinyasa yoga for years, she decided to start teaching and that only pushed her to achieve and learn more in the field of Yoga. She went on to pursue her RYT 200hr certification in Ashtanga, hatha and vinyasa yoga in the yog capital of the world, Rishikesh. She continues to attend Abhyasa bootcamps in Mysore from time to time to continue her Sadhana. Acquiring deeper understanding of the age old YOGA, she seeks to bring out the real essence of yoga to the world that is lost in today's modernised version of complicated poses and weight loss practices. More than 5000 years ago, yoga was made for everyone to practice and that's what she wants to bring back to the community - for everyone to know that they always have access to yoga, literally in every single thing that that they do.A big thank you to Gowri for joining us in our 83rd episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Gowri's perspective on yoga and her journey as a Bharatanatyam dancer!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone!We are back with another episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis. In this episode, We spoke with Tamara Van Well on the 82nd episode and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Tamara: Tamara van Well has a background in the youth care (Social Work & Therapy Bachelor degree), she has worked over 10 years together with children with special needs (trauma, autism, ADHD etc) and their parents. Coaching & training to support awareness in their present skills, to empower their development, growing and blooming into their full potential. After traveling through Tibet, which felt like a coming home for her, Tamara integrated her study as a Mindful Teacher (Academy for Mindful Teaching) and Holistic Children Yoga Teacher (Arterre Holistic Kidsyoga) into her work in the youth care. The urge to share the value of yoga deepened after experiencing a burn-out (because of enthusiasm, taking to many projects upon her shoulders). The body was very clear ‘And now you take rest’. The study of the Yoga Philosophy brought balance in her way of viewing life. Now for over 10 years Tamara is sharing her love for yoga on the mat and of the mat. Her mission is to bring awareness in how we can integrate yoga as a way of life, bringing yoga philosophy into practice in life itself.Tamara has guided more than 50 Yoga Retreats in Greece, India & the Netherlands. She has a heart for conducting deepening workshops, events and brings yoga into the corporate world as well. A big thank you to Tamara for joining us in our 82nd episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Tamara's perspective on yoga and her work with children!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone!We are back with another episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis. In this episode, We spoke with Pradeepa Rayasam on the 81st episode and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Pradeepa: Pradeepa is a certified Ayurveda level doctor, Yoga teacher, Ayurveda educator, and accomplished Indian classical dancer. She is the founder of Arogyaveda in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where she offers consultations and leads Ayurveda and wellness workshops throughout the Midwest.Her teaching extends beyond clinics ,she also shares the ancient wisdom of Yoga in local public schools and senior centers, making these practices accessible to diverse communities. Trained in both the United States and India, She received her training in Ayurveda under the guidance of Dr. JV Hebbar and Dr. Monica, and completed her training in Hatha Yoga under Dr. J. Das in Rishikesh, the world capital of Yoga.In addition to her clinical work, Pradeepa serves as the Chair of the NAMA Education Committee, where she contributes to shaping the future of Ayurvedic education.For consultations and more information, visit www.arogyaveda.orgA big thank you to Pradeepa for joining us in our 81st episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Ramya's perspective on yoga and her passion for all things wellness!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone!We are back with another episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis. In this episode, We spoke with Ramya Ramamurthy on the 80th episode and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Ramya: Ramya Ramamurthy is a Yoga Instructor based in Bangalore, India. She was drawn to yoga since she was a young child. Once she started to practice Yoga regularly, she realised the profound impact it had on her, both physically and mentally and how it transformed her own life. This drew her to learn and understand more about yoga. Ramya was always drawn to teaching and this had led her to set up a non-profit organisation Bridgin to impart education to children in shelter homes and orphanages prior to her starting to teach yoga. As she learned and understood Yoga and it’s philosophy better, she was also determined to help, empower and transform others by teaching yoga. She is an Internationally Certified Yoga Teacher and has students base around the world, specially in USA, Europe and Asia. Ever since she began teaching yoga, she has taught and conducted in-person and online live yoga classes, yoga workshops, online Yoga programs and yoga retreats reaching out to more than 10,000 people. She specializes in teaching Hata Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Pre-natal Yoga, Prananyama and Meditation. Her biggest asset in teaching Yoga is her ability to breakdown ‘Yogasanas, Pranayama and Meditation’ practices in simple and clear manner, so that it can be accessible to all the students who practice with her, no matter at which level of practice they are at. For Ramya, clearly yoga is not just about physical practice and so she focuses deeply on connecting with breath and inner self through movements and stillness. Her mission is to inspire her students by sharing her knowledge and practice which will allow them to transform themselves. Through her yoga classes, workshops, programs, retreats and this website, Ramya wants to make the holistic knowledge of yoga and its practices accessible to everyone. Her teachings will include a combination of. strength-based, mobility, flexibility, breathing practices, mindfulness practices and mind-body relaxation to allow one to experience the holistic benefits of yoga and its practices- not just physically but also mentally and emotionally.A big thank you to Ramya for joining us in our 80th episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Ramya's perspective on yoga and her journey to teaching 10,000 students!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone!We are back with another episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis. In this episode, We spoke with Nane Alikhanyan on the 79th episode and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Nane: Originally from Armenia and currently based in Georgia (country), Nane is a dedicated yoga teacher with 2–3 years of teaching experience and over seven years of consistent personal practice. With a strong interest in Transcendental Meditation, there is a clear aspiration to deepen this path and eventually become a certified teacher in the practice.Currently studying Ayurveda and inspired by Vedic wisdom, Nane embraces a holistic and accessible approach to yoga, making it simple, practical, and relevant to everyday life. Deeply passionate about supporting others in managing stress and anxiety, with the aim of fostering greater well-being and an improved quality of life.A big thank you to Nane for joining us in our 79th episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Nane's perspective on yoga and about her journey to transcendental meditation!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone!We are back with another episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis. In this episode, We spoke with Dr. Miuru Jayaweera on the 78th episode and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Dr. Miuru: Dr. Miuru Jayaweera is a highly experienced and internationally certified yoga teacher, specializing in a broad range of yoga styles and therapeutic techniques. She is a professional with over 20 year experience in International Communications including TV, Radio, Digital Media. Additionally, she has a doctoral degree in Marketing Management. She holds an E-RYT500 certification from the International Yoga Alliance (USA), along with over 5,000 hours of teaching experience. As the founder and lead trainer of the Myrus School of Yoga, she is committed to providing holistic wellness solutions through yoga, Ayurveda, and mindfulness practicesA big thank you to Dr. Miuru for joining us in our 78th episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Dr. Miuru's perspective on yoga and about her platform Myrus Yoga!

Vanakkam/ Namaste/Hello Everyone!We are back with another episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis. In this episode, We spoke with Aamani Reddy on the 77th episode and loved hearing her perspective on yoga! About Aamani: Aamani Reddy, an alumna of BITS-Pilani (Mechanical Engineering) and Singapore Management University (MBA), spent over a decade in diverse roles within the global corporate sector. However, her lifelong passion for fitness eventually led her to transition into the Health & Wellness space professionally.What started as a home yoga practice during the pandemic soon became central to her lifestyle. A dedicated practitioner of the dynamic and demanding Ashtanga style, Aamani deepened her knowledge with international certifications from Rishikesh, Mysore, and the USA. She is now an RYT-500 certified yoga instructor with Yoga Alliance.Her personal journey—particularly overcoming post-pregnancy and hormonal imbalances—further underscored the importance of holistic health. In 2021, she earned her Health & Wellness Coaching certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (New York) and has since guided women across India in building sustainable, mindful lifestyles.In 2022, she co-founded Jeeva, a Hyderabad-based wellness academy offering yoga, physiotherapy, and functional fitness training. Her passion for fashion also saw her recognized as a finalist in Mrs. India 2023.In 2024, she launched PureFuel, a premium yoga brand, healthy café, and retail studio in Hyderabad. PureFuel serves as a hub for holistic living—hosting workshops and events with global experts to inspire balanced, healthy lifestyles.A big thank you to Aamani for joining us in our 77th episode of #insidethemindsofgreatyogis and for giving us her valuable time. We hope we can do this again! Hear Aamani's perspective on yoga and her yoga brand 'PureFuel'!