Tea & Talk: Real Yoga, Real Teachers

Feeling like a fraud as a new yoga teacher? You’re not alone. In this episode, we dive into the common struggles of imposter syndrome that many new yoga teachers face, from comparing yourself to seasoned instructors to doubting your qualifications. I’ll share five practical tips to help you shift your mindset, embrace your unique teaching journey, and step into your role with confidence. Whether you’re just starting out or have been teaching for a while, this episode offers valuable insights to help you overcome self-doubt and fully embody your potential as a yoga teacher. Tune in and start your journey towards self-compassion and growth in your teaching practice.

In this episode, we talk a bit about what holds a lot of new teachers back but also give tips on how to start pushing through and START teaching! The world needs you.

Have you ever had that moment in class where you realize your cues might not be landing for everyone? Maybe you’ve noticed some students struggle to find comfort in certain poses, and you're wondering how to make your yoga classes more inclusive.

In this episode, Christy and Crystal dive into their triggers on social media, their growth, and how to navigate differing beliefs in the yoga world.

In this episode, Crystal and Patti share advice from yoga teachers in our community for newer yoga teachers though, honestly, it's helpful for all yoga teachers! We never stop learning and it's great to learn from one another.

Join Crystal Gray and Christy Calahan as they welcome Courtenay, @thehonestyogateacher, to discuss a broad range of topics centered around yoga and social media. Follow Courtenay here: https://www.instagram.com/thehonestyogateacher/ Follow Christy here: https://www.instagram.com/sizeinclusiveyoga/ Get details on Crystal's virtual 300 hour yoga teacher training here: https://www.crystalgrayyoga.com/virtual-300-hour-yoga-teacher-training

In this episode, Crystal and Christy discuss how to empower your students in classes to do the poses as they need in their body, listen to their body, etc. This will keep students feeling safe and comfortable in your classes but also empower them to know all bodies can do yoga. Join Crystal's virtual 300 hour program here: https://www.crystalgrayyoga.com/virtual-300-hour-yoga-teacher-training

In this episode, Christy and Crystal talk about some of the more challenging situations that can present themselves in yoga classes as well as what to do when that happens!   Get on my info list for my 300 hour advanced yoga teacher training here: https://www.crystalgrayyoga.com/300-hour-info-sign-up-form

In this episode, Crystal and Christy discuss the connection between ego and yoga. We bring in some comments from Crystal's Facebook group to see what others had to say!

Get Your Authenticity Assessment here. Sick of hearing the word "authenticity" all the time? Yeah, us too, but we wanted to clear the air on what it REALLY means to be authentic in your role as a yoga teacher because it REALLY is important! Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this podcast episode, please share it so it can help others.