Benjamin Sears - Finding Freedom in Discipline: Balancing Structure and Autonomy in Yoga Practice

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In this enlightening episode, Benjamin Sears delves deep into his personal journey with yoga, sharing the transformative influence it has had on both his physical health and mental clarity. The conversation uncovers Benjamin's diverse experiences with yoga styles, from Kundalini and Bikram to Dharma Mittra and Forrest yoga, and his quest for balance and freedom in his practice.
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Key Takeaways:

• Benjamin Sears found solace and healing in yoga, transitioning from debilitating back pain to deep self-awareness.
• He discusses the importance of nuance and context in backbending, focusing on distributing movement evenly throughout the spine.
• Benjamin emphasizes discipline in practice while acknowledging the diversity in yoga styles and its adaptability to individual needs.
• The episode introduces the concept of "minimum effective dose" in practice, urging practitioners to consider sustainability and personal growth.

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Chapter

1. Benjamin Sears - Finding Freedom in Discipline: Balancing Structure and Autonomy in Yoga Practice (00:00:00)

2. Benjamin's background and introduction to yoga (00:02:08)

3. Benjamin's experience with hot yoga and its impact on his back and knees (00:05:52)

4. Discussion on the impact of backbending on spondylolisthesis (00:09:51)

5. Benjamin Sears reflects on how his yoga practice has evolved and the importance of prioritizing what works for each individual (00:12:37)

6. Benjamin Sears emphasizes that yoga is for everybody, even if not everyone can achieve contortionist-level flexibility, and highlights the importance of fundamental technique in all bodies (00:14:31)

7. Benjamin Sears discusses the power of accepting circumstances and reorganizing, acknowledging that sometimes changes need to be made in order to continue with a practice or pursuit (00:22:18)

8. Sears shares how his physical practice has given him more compassion and tools to help others (00:28:25)

9. Sears shares his trajectory with various yoga practices, including Kundalini, Bikram, Dharma Mittra, and Forrest Yoga (00:35:50)

10. Benjamin Sears shares his current meditation practice and the importance of sitting quietly (00:45:23)

11. Benjamin Sears discusses the freedom and potential drawbacks of the internet and online practice (00:54:23)

12. Benjamin talks about adjusting to different people in the practice space (01:02:53)