Episode Details

This episode of the Wisdom Podcast, recorded live as a Wisdom Dharma Chat, features special guests His Eminence Kalu Rinpoche and Michele Loew. Together with host Daniel Aitken, they celebrate the release of The Yoga of Niguma, available now at wisdom.org.  This new publication interweaves Buddhist and yogic practices, making them accessible to both Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. Rinpoche shares personal stories about learning the practice and now teaching it, while Michele explores how yoga and meditation can serve as complementary paths, helping students integrate body and mind through embodied awareness. The discussion also covers practical advice for new practitioners, encouraging practitioners not to be intimidated by the practice but to approach the teachings with sincerity and humility and discover the impact on both physical and mental well-being. 

Rinpoche, Michele, and Daniel also discuss: 

• the challenges and plateaus which can occur in Yoga;
• advanced practices and illusory body;
• healing and health benefits of Niguma Yoga; and
• much more!

Additional content mentioned in this episode:

• Rinpoche and Michele’s new book, The Yoga of Niguma
• Rinopche’s most recent online course, Niguma’s Dream Yoga
• Rinpoche’s first Wisdom Academy online course, The Illusory Body and Mind
• Learn more about Rinpoche and his work at https://shangpakagyu.org/
• Learn more about Michele Loew at https://www.micheleloew.com/

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