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TSP 068: “The Scorpion Pose” with Yancy Scot Schwartz, the Yoga and Pranayama of Recovery!
TSP 068: “The Scorpion Pose” with Yancy Scot Schwartz, the Yoga and Pranayama of Recovery!
TSP 068: “The Scorpion Pose” with Yancy Scot Schwartz, the Yoga and Pranayama of Recovery!
Tuesday 31st May 2016
Join Yancy Scot Schwartz as he shares his inspiring journey from addiction to recovery through the transformative power of yoga on 'The Recovery Revolution'.
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Get the buttons here!Yancy Scot Schwartz: From Skateboarding to Sobriety Through Yoga
Yoga is a tool that can help people to cope with their inner conflicts and learn how to deal with them in a healthy way. It's a way of life that can transform you from the inside out.
What happens when skateboarding meets yoga? Yancy Scot Schwartz found out on a skate tour in the Dominican Republic, where his first yoga class sparked an unexpected journey. Initially drawn to yoga for its physical benefits, Yancy soon realized it offered much more than improved skateboarding skills. This episode of 'The Recovery Revolution' dives into Yancy's path from addiction to recovery, highlighting how yoga and pranayama (breath control) played pivotal roles in his transformation.
Yancy's story is one of perseverance and self-discovery. After taking his first class, he pursued a 200-hour Yoga to the People Teacher Certification and later completed the 500-hour Life of a Yogi Teacher training. These experiences deepened his practice and understanding of yoga, leading him to teach and inspire others in San Francisco and New York. In his conversation with host Omar Pinto, Yancy shares how yoga helped him navigate his inner conflicts and set healthy boundaries.
He emphasizes that yoga is not just a physical exercise but a holistic practice that can aid in emotional regulation and stress management. His daily routine includes meditation and pranayama, which he believes are crucial for maintaining sobriety and mental clarity. Yancy's journey underscores the transformative power of yoga in addiction recovery. His story is a testament to the importance of mindfulness, self-awareness, and the courage to change.
Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the benefits of yoga, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. Tune in to hear Yancy Scot Schwartz discuss how yoga helped him turn his life around and how it can be a powerful tool for anyone looking to make positive changes.