A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel

“Practicing yoga is not really something separate from me. It is happening all the time.”
In this episode of a Curious Yogi Podcast, yoga teacher Myra Khanna shares her journey from Kathak dancer and scuba diving instructor to dedicated yoga practitioner and teacher. Drawing from studies with Bharath Shetty, Vinay Kumar, Vijay Kumar, Deepika Mehta, Mark Robberds, Eddie Stern, and ongoing training with Yoga Education College, Myra reflects on her evolution from a physically driven Ashtanga practice to a more holistic exploration of pranayama, meditation, and nervous system regulation.
The conversation explores the commercialization of yoga, misconceptions about yoga in India, female health awareness in asana practice, and the parallels between diving and meditative practice. Myra also shares how traditional strength disciplines like mudgar swinging, dandas, and baithaks inform her approach to resilience and sustainability in practice.
Here are some key takeaways;
➖ Transition from purely physical to a more holistic practice.
➖ Emphasize the importance of listening to one's body and nervous system.
➖ Commercialization of yoga impacts its true essence.
➖ Teaching should accommodate students' individual needs and journeys.
➖ Diving parallels the meditative aspects of yoga.
➖ Myra’s passion for education on female health in yoga after becoming unwell.
Connect with Myra: IG @myrakhann02
I really enjoyed this conversation as an invitation to reconsider yoga as a living, evolving process — one rooted in curiosity, community, and embodied awareness. I know you will also dear listeners.
In oneness,
Bobbi
Thanks for listening!
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"Women are not small men – we are cyclical beings."
In this episode, the delightful Sheila Arnell shares her journey through yoga, emphasizing the importance of understanding women's health and the menstrual cycle in practice. She discusses her transition from a physically focused practice to a more spiritual and holistic approach, highlighting the significance of listening to the body and respecting its natural rhythms. Sheila also addresses the challenges women face in yoga, the need for inclusivity, and the importance of creating a supportive community.
Epic highlights!:
➖Injuries and Their Impact on Practice
➖Understanding Women's Health in Yoga
➖The Feminine Perspective in Yoga
➖The Need for Inclusive Yoga Education
➖Embracing Limitless Growth in Practice
➖Finding Balance with Lagom (my favourite Swedish word!)
Find Shelia HERE:
Inre Skolan: LINK IG: @sheilaarnell
I took so much value from this conversation, lots to think about in my life and physical practice as a mighty and cyclical woman. I know you will, too.
In oneness,
Bobbi
Thanks for listening!
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"Yoga is the drill, life is the game, chill is the skill."
What happens when we stop trying to fit our bodies into "perfect" geometric boxes and start listening to the miracle of our own physiology? A total joy to be joined by Eoin Finn to discuss his revolutionary approach to movement, blending soulful science with Harvard-level anatomy, a lifetime of study and practice, and a deep reverence for nature and heart-centred philosophy.
In this episode, we explore:
➖ How letting go of the ego’s desire for "endpoints" leads us to a state of experiencing yoga
➖ The DUO Concept: Dynamic Unifying Opposition. How myofascial tuning creates the holy trinity of joint health: Stretch, Stability, and Space.
➖ Stillness Literacy: How to cultivate the skill of "chilling" as a doorway to emotional regulation and self-awareness.
➖ Tensegrity on the Mat: Understanding the body as a continuous web of tension and integrity, rather than just a stack of bones.
➖ How Kindness, Reverence, and Wisdom transform a physical practice into a spiritual life.
➖ Movement Span vs. Life Span: Why we practice today so we can move with grace and freedom thirty years from now.

Connect with Eoin, buy the Yoga Optimized and more at blissology.com
Instagram @blissology

This episode was a great teaching and reminder to move with intention, to stay curious and compassionate with our bodies and follow the cues from nature. I’ve already been integrating Eoin’s DUO philosophy into my own practice – and I gotta say, it works.
Enjoy and thanks for listening!
In oneness,
Bobbi
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"The truth is such an attractive pursuit."
In this episode, I share an illuminating conversation with Jyoti, a devoted meditator who has spent decades exploring the depths of her sadhana. Our dialogue begins with Jyoti reflecting on her journey to India, where she found both her spiritual home and a deeper understanding of herself.
She shares how her former life as a professional dancer—filled with intensity and chaos—ultimately led her toward yoga and meditation, and to the ashram where she met her teacher, Swami Shyam. From there, the conversation unfolds into a rich exploration of conviction in spiritual practice. Jyoti reminds us that while practices naturally evolve over time, the truth remains constant—alive, expansive, and ever-revealing.
Some highlights;
➖ Yoga is always interpreted through the mind of the listener.
➖ Practices change over time, but conviction in truth remains.
➖ Meditation is a doorway into a subtler reality beyond thought.
➖ The mind is not qualified to tell you who you are—it creates problems and then attempts to solve them.
➖ By changing your thoughts, you can change your experience.
Jyoti invites us into a more spacious relationship with practice—one rooted not in rigidity, but in freedom, discernment, and a steady conviction in who we truly are beyond the mind. It’s such a joy to share these satsang conversations with you. They are true jewels—offering sincere expressions and perspectives from luminous beings like Jyoti.
I trust you’ll feel inspired to stand with greater conviction in the truth of who you are.
in oneness,
Bobbi
Thanks for listening!
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"Yoga is about spirit."
In this episode, I sit down with a true "teacher’s teacher," Nicki Doane. Based in Maui at her Maya Yoga Studio, Nicki has been immersed in the sacred teachings of Yog since 1989. Having studied under legends like Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and B.K.S. Iyengar, she brings a rare depth of wisdom mixed with a lightheartedness that makes the profound feel accessible.
We dive into her journey from the Grateful Dead scene to the feet of the masters in India, the birth of her unique approach (Maya Yoga), and why individualized practice is the key to a lifelong Sadhana.
In this episode, we explore:
➖ The Fusion of Lineages: How Nicki blends the discipline of Ashtanga with the precision of Iyengar.
➖ Yoga as "Working-In": Moving beyond the physical to honor the spiritual essence of the practice.
➖ The Power of Discipline: How boundaries in practice actually foster internal freedom.
➖ The India Connection: Why visiting the roots of Yoga is essential for every earnest seeker.
➖ Modern Yoga Challenges: Navigating the current landscape without losing the depth of the tradition.
Find Nicki Here: Website & Retreats IG HERE @mayayogastudio
I love, love, loved this conversation. It’s so packed with wisdom. I know you’ll love it just as much.
Thanks for listening!
In oneness,
Bobbi
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💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, be a guest, or practice together - Let’s connect! 🙏♥️✨