Gota Cebrero ~ The Art of Tapas: Building Discipline in Yoga and Life

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Todd McLaughlin talks with Gota Cebrero about his transition from Argentina to becoming a yoga teacher and Zen practitioner in Asheville. Gota discusses combining his global experiences in his teachings, the concept of tapas, and finding equilibrium between upholding traditions and ensuring accessibility. He also touches on staying genuine amidst a competitive yoga scene and the importance of developing internal energy, offering a mix of motivational anecdotes and useful advice for yogis and spiritual explorers.
Visit Gota on his website: https://www.gotacebreroyoga.com/
Key Takeaways:

• Gota's path from Argentina to becoming a multifaceted yoga teacher in the United States.
• The transformative impact of Ashtanga Yoga and Zen meditation on mental and physical discipline.
• Balancing traditional yoga strictness with modern-day accessibility and practicality.
• The importance of community and personal alignment in yoga practice and teaching.
• Strategies for maintaining spiritual and physical well-being amidst life's challenges.

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Chapter

1. Gota Cebrero ~ The Art of Tapas: Building Discipline in Yoga and Life (00:00:00)

2. Gota's Transition to the US and Challenges Faced (00:20:00)

3. Discussion on Rigidity in Yoga Practice (00:20:44)

4. Gota's Transition to Asheville, North Carolina (00:22:55)

5. Cultivating Tapas and Practice Intensity (00:23:57)

6. Balancing Tapas with Life's Challenges (00:26:22)

7. Comparison of Shiatsu and Thai Massage Practices (00:28:01)

8. Reflections on Intensity in Bodywork and Tapas Building (00:42:22)

9. Gota's Transition from Jewelry Making to Full-time Yoga (00:45:23)

10. Teaching and Teacher Training at Asheville Yoga Center (00:50:11)

11. Gota's Involvement in Love Shine Play Festival (00:54:51)