Creating Balance
Yoga That Works
In this episode of Yoga that Works, we take an honest look at what balance actually means when life does not unfold as planned. This week became a lived example of the practice itself, when priorities shifted, plans changed, and doing the bare minimum was all that was available. Through reflections on the mat and in daily life, this episode explores how balance is not about equal parts effort and rest, but about listening, choosing, and responding to what is truly there. We talk about how the regulation we practice on the mat is not meant for the poses themselves, but for the way we live, make...
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Are you following or listening?
Yoga That Works
In this episode, we explore the pressure of doing in your Yoga practice & how it shows up in both group classes and private sessions. Gwen shares what she sees in students from teaching multiple classes each week & explains how the urge to keep up, get it right, or do it perfectly can pull us away from listening to what we truly need. This episode is an invitation to listen, especially at the start of the year, & reconnect with choice, awareness, and trust. Highlights include: ● Why keeping up is not required for your practice to work ● How the pressure of doing shows up...
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When performance sneaks into your Yoga practice
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In this episode, we dive into the performance that sneaks into your Yoga practice. How to recognize it & what to shift to bring more confidence. Highlights include: Where can you find integrity in your strength & shift your focus from "How much can I do" to "'How well can I do it". Strategies for a change of perspective & why it matters. Exploring 3 simples practices to bring into your Yoga practice to bring back the integrity. Experience this in a recorded Yoga class online inside the Life Lab. A well-deserved pause in your practice & your life. Links: Connect...
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You’re not doing it wrong: Recognizing & Moving past imposter syndrome in Yoga
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In this episode, we dive into how imposter syndrome shows up in your Yoga practice & what you can do about it. Highlights include: Recognizing imposter syndrome on the mat & how it disguises itself as doubt, comparison, and judgment. Strategies to shift your focus from “doing it right” to “noticing what you feel,” so your practice becomes more meaningful. Practical ways to counter self-doubt in your practice with awareness, curiosity, & compassion. Introducing LifeLab, created to support you in building confidence & consistency in your Yoga journey. ...
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Knowing who you are to know your practice
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In this special format episode, I take you through the mindset of understanding who you are, as it impacts your practice & your routines. Here are the promtps mentionned during the episode: 1.If you could describe yourself without using your job, roles, or labels — who are you? 2.What have you tried so far to know yourself better? 3.On a scale from 1 to 10, how much do you think you know yourself? 4.What’s something you’ve been pretending not to know about yourself? 5.What part of yourself have you been hiding from others? Share your answers with me via DM in Instagram to...
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Trust yourself with your Yoga practice
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In this episode, we explore what it truly means to trust your intuition — even when everything around you says not to. 🎙️ What to expect: A deeply personal story of the moment I chose to listen to my gut Why intuition is often drowned out by expectations — and how to tune back in The role of daily practice (movement, breath, meditation) in staying connected to yourself How to navigate the pressure of “fitting in” while staying true to who you are This episode is for women who are done trying to fit in and are ready to live from within. If you’ve been told how to act,...
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What is your deepest motivation?
Yoga That Works
In this episode, we explore what it means to find your motivation inside you: Highlights include: Understand what you want from your life Letting go of the surface level motivation & bringing your power from inside you Exploring your deepest motivators & how to access it Introducing your FREE live event YOU-Unlocked SHOW LINKS: Send a DM to Gwen to save your spot inside YOU-Unlocked: Subscribe for updates: If you are ready for our journey together & never want to miss an episode, subscribe & leave a review. Thanks for tuning in!
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Yoga in real life with mindset coach Jaemi Pierson
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In this episode, we explore how Yoga fits into real life with Mindset coach Jaemi Pierson. When you feel stuck in a practice that doesn't fit you, there is often more to it than just a wrong practice. Listen to our conversation with Jaemi where she shares her Yoga journey going from "this is not for me" to "this is my daily tool". Jaemi is a mindset coach & she works with female entrepreneurs, helping them level up their minds and build mental frameworks that will separate these high-achievers women from the rest. For more on Jaemi Pierson, check out: Follow Gwen here: 🎧 Connect with...
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Using your Yoga practice to feed your life
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In this episode, we dive into how your Yoga practice can become a real-life support system, not just something that happens on your mat, but a tool that fuels and empowers your daily life. Highlights include: How to use your Yoga practice as daily support & why it's more than just movement on the mat. Recognizing signs of moving on autopilot mode & how to reconnect through your practice. Personal stories from students and the host, showing how practice impacts real-life challenges—from carrying groceries to showing up with confidence in tough conversations. Introducing the...
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Why Yoga doesn’t always make you feel good?
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In this episode, we explore the reasons why you might not always feel good after your Yoga class & what you can do to change this. Highlights include: The one reason why we think Yoga should always make us feel good. Strategies for keeping the benefits of Yoga throughout your week, & why it matters. Exploring your own practice & how to leverage it effectively. Introducing a brand new quizz coming out this week. SHOW LINKS: Watch the free masterclass: Connect with Gwen on Instagram: Subscribe for updates: If you are ready for our journey together...
info_outlineIn this episode of Yoga that Works, we take an honest look at what balance actually means when life does not unfold as planned.
This week became a lived example of the practice itself, when priorities shifted, plans changed, and doing the bare minimum was all that was available. Through reflections on the mat and in daily life, this episode explores how balance is not about equal parts effort and rest, but about listening, choosing, and responding to what is truly there.
We talk about how the regulation we practice on the mat is not meant for the poses themselves, but for the way we live, make decisions, and meet pressure later on. Because if what we are doing on the mat is not helping us in real life, then it is not a yoga practice that works.
This episode is an invitation to let go of the all or nothing mindset, to see balance as something seasonal and responsive, and to trust that sometimes creating balance means doing just enough, and letting that be enough.
Highlights include:
● Why balance is not 50/50 and does not need to look the same every day or every week
● How real life priorities can become part of the practice instead of something we fight against
● The difference between pushing automatically and choosing consciously when to push or rest
● Why doing the bare minimum can be a balanced and supportive choice
● A short guided reflection to help you tune into what you actually have available right now
SHOW LINKS:
● Join the Yoga Life Lab: Life Lab Membership
● Connect with Gwen on Instagram: Zest for Life Yoga
● Take the Quiz: What type of Yoga practitioner are you?
If you are ready for our journey together and never want to miss an episode, subscribe and leave a review.
Thank you for listening and for practicing balance in your own way.