What happens when ancient wisdom meets a modern heart that's ready to listen?

That’s exactly what unfolded for Lucy St. John. At just 23, a spontaneous experience of unity consciousness during a trip to India shifted the entire course of her life. Suddenly, she saw herself reflected in every human being—and that sense of deep connection lasted for months.

In this heartfelt conversation, Lucy shares how that awakening led her to the Vedic tradition, 12 years of oral teachings, and a deep commitment to yoga, not just as movement, but as a way of being. From washing dishes in an ashram to chanting Sanskrit mantras with precision, Lucy reveals what it means to live yoga—not perform it.

She opens up about the early days when no one showed up to her talks, the resilience it took to keep going, and the healing power of sound and silence. Whether you're a yoga teacher, practitioner, or simply curious about spiritual growth, this episode is a warm reminder that sometimes the most profound truths are the ones we already know—deep down.

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Episode Chapters:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:40 How Lucy Found Yoga

00:06:13 Teaching Vedic Wisdom Before Yoga Was Popular

00:14:02 What Is the Vedic Tradition?

00:23:04 Mantras, Sound, and Vibration

00:37:16 The Power of Just Being

00:45:00 Ignorance as a Starting Point

00:49:15 Shifting Energy in Yoga and Life

00:56:05 Why Every Teacher’s Voice Matters

00:59:28 Inner Peace Before Outer Change

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📚 Mentions & Resources:

• Vedic texts and oral tradition

• Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras

• Maharishi Mahesh Yogi & Transcendental Meditation

• Kali Yuga & cosmic cycles

• TM Ashram in Rishikesh

• Story of Guha (King of the Forest)

• Dewey's quote: "Failure is instructive
  

• Lucy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucystjohnyoga/?hl=en

• Lucy’s Website: https://lucystjohnyoga.com/
  

• Michael Henri’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelyoga.pt/

• Going Pro Yoga’s Instagram: https://www.instagram/com/goingproyoga/

  
  

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Tags: vedic tradition, yoga philosophy, unity consciousness, yoga teacher training, mantra, sound healing, yoga therapy, inner peace, Sanskrit, spiritual practice, silence, embodiment

Ever feel like someone else’s success means you’re falling behind? You're not alone.

In this episode, we explore the emotional trap of comparison—and how it often leads to scarcity thinking, self-doubt, and isolation. Whether you're a yoga teacher, creative, or entrepreneur, it’s easy to wonder, “Am I doing enough?” But comparison, when left unchecked, can shrink our sense of possibility and worth.

Instead, this episode invites a mindset shift: from competition to community, and from scarcity to shared abundance. You’ll hear reflections on the yogic philosophy of aparigraha (non-attachment), the neuroscience of social comparison, and how genuine inspiration can rewire the brain for creativity and courage.

With real-life metaphors (like running behind a pace-setter), affirmations, and somatic practices, this episode encourages you to celebrate others without dimming your own light. Because someone else’s success isn’t your loss—it’s proof of what’s possible.

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Episode Chapters:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:23 Scarcity vs. Enoughness

00:05:09 Shifting the Comparison Lens

00:09:41 Yogic Philosophy: Aparigraha

00:11:19 Science: Fear & the Brain

00:14:48 Isolation vs. Collective Growth

00:17:46 Real-Life Example: Physio Teamwork

00:19:56 Comparison as Pace, Not Threat

00:22:29 Sangha & Shared Success

00:24:22 Hormones: Cortisol vs. Oxytocin

00:25:17 Embodied Reflection Practice

00:27:49 Reflective Questions

00:30:20 Closing Meditation

00:32:28 Bonus Reflections

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📚 Mentions & Resources:

• Yogic concept: Aparigraha (non-attachment)

• Yogic concept: Sangha (community)

• Science: Amygdala activation, cortisol, oxytocin

• Metaphor: Running behind a pace-setter
  

• Michael Henri’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelyoga.pt/

• Going Pro Yoga’s Instagram: https://www.instagram/com/goingproyoga/

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Tags: scarcity mindset, abundance, comparison trap, yoga philosophy, community, growth mindset, personal development, aparigraha, neuroscience, enoughness, self-worth, inspiration, collaboration

What if starting over wasn’t a sign of failure… but an act of courage?

This episode dives deep into the emotional and psychological journey of beginning again—whether it's a new habit, role, relationship, or mindset. It explores how fear of failure often blocks us from saying “yes” to new opportunities, and how adopting a beginner’s mindset can help us stay curious, resilient, and open to growth.

Through personal reflection and a story about volunteering at a yoga festival, the speaker shares how keeping a simple “Courage Journal” helped transform habitual “no’s” into brave “yes’s.” The episode weaves together yogic philosophy (like svadhyaya and abhyasa), Zen teachings (shoshin), and neuroscience (neuroplasticity) to illustrate how starting fresh isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom in action.

You’ll be guided through reflection prompts and a short breath-based meditation to reconnect with the idea that it’s not only safe to begin again—it’s brave.

💡 A gentle, powerful reminder: you don’t have to be perfect to begin. You just have to begin.

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Episode Chapters:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:35 Emotional contrast: Fear vs. Curiosity

00:06:00 The Courage Journal story

00:12:34 What is curiosity and wonder?

00:14:34 Yogic and Zen perspectives on beginner's mind

00:15:45 Brain science and neuroplasticity

00:20:00 Judgment vs. Trust in the Process

00:24:16 The illusion of control

00:27:24 Growth isn’t linear

00:30:01 Releasing the pressure to be good

00:31:28 Abhyasa & Vairagya – non-attachment and effort

00:33:41 Adaptability as strength

00:34:50 Affirmations: “It’s safe to be a beginner”

00:37:38 Closing meditation

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📚 Mentions & Resources:

• Zen Buddhism: Shoshin – beginner’s mind

• Yoga Philosophy: Svadhyaya, Abhyasa, Vairagya

• Neuroscience: neuroplasticity, growth mindset

• Movie: Yes Man (Jim Carrey)
  

• Michael Henri’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelyoga.pt/

• Going Pro Yoga’s Instagram: https://www.instagram/com/goingproyoga/

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Tags: beginner’s mindset, courage, self-growth, personal development, yoga philosophy, fear of failure, neuroscience, abhyasa, non-attachment, curiosity, starting fresh, emotional intelligence, mindset shift