Episodes

  • 57. Namtaow Panpat - Overcoming failure, the language of Jiu-jitsu and being a part of everyone’s growth.

    57. Namtaow Panpat - Overcoming failure, the language of Jiu-jitsu and being a part of everyone’s growth.
    Apr 28 2025

    Had a great time doing this with my good friend Namtaow, whom I’ve known for close to 7 years now. It’s amazing to see his growth as a friend, father, doctor and jiu-jitsu practitioner.


    Stuff we talked about:

    • Connecting through BJJ
    • Learning who you are (and who others are from) rolling
    • You can’t be the tough guy in jiu-jitsu
    • Giving back to the community
    • Gato Studio and jiu-jitsu in Chiang Mai
    • Watching everyone grow and get promoted
    • The metaphor of BJJ
    • Music is for everyone = BJJ is for everyone
    • Being remembered in a positive way
    • Being a part of everyone’s growth
    • Being a good partner
    • Being a responsible higher belt
    • Countering the counter
    • Struggles through covid
    • The importance of finding a good jiu-jitsu community
    • You will never be White Belt again
    • Overcoming failure quickily
    • There are no lies in jiu-jitsu
    • Viewing sparring as a sport
    • Accept the failures and move on
    • Everyone lives different lives
    • You are important


    Thanks for listening,
    Aaron


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    1 hr and 36 mins
  • 56. Urmish Parekh - Competition, aggression and the game of Jiu-Jitsu

    56. Urmish Parekh - Competition, aggression and the game of Jiu-Jitsu
    Mar 14 2025

    I’ve made a lot of interesting friends from jits and Urmish is one of them. We talk about the balance between strength and technique, his struggles of being the ‘big guy’ at the gym and insights from his first BJJ competition.


    Stuff we talked about:


    • Gi vs. Nogi
    • Playing the game of ‘Jiu-jitsu’
    • Technique > Strength?
    • Being the ‘big’ guy at the gym
    • Asking the right questions
    • Being ‘aggressive’ and playing to your strengths
    • Finding an enemy and having a goal
    • More on our BJJ journey
    • The boys at GATO
    • His first competition
    • Sticking to the plan
    • To compete or not to compete, that is the question.
    • Getting my Blue Belt
    • Refining what you already know
    • Learning how the pieces move
    • Urmish’s tiny (but strong) legs
    • Changing nothing
    • Jiujitsu is indeed ‘not gay’


    Oss,

    Aaron


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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • 55. Rapha Sun - Jiu-Jitsu, masculinity and the role of a man

    55. Rapha Sun - Jiu-Jitsu, masculinity and the role of a man
    Dec 8 2024

    I knew Rapha from way back during our yoga teaching days. So it was truly special reconnecting with him again for this raw and unfiltered conversation. We delved about his life’s journey of martial arts, spirituality and fatherhood, and reflected on the importance of taking responsibility for yourself while respecting the unknown, as well as setting boundaries to protect your space.


    Stuff we talked about:

    • Fatherhood
    • Masculinity and the role of a man
    • Being able to protect someone physically
    • Jiu-jitsu journey
    • Staying calm in deep waters
    • Mr Not-so-Nice Guy
    • Aggression and setting the tempo
    • Accept and compose Learning to say ‘No’ in Jiu-jitsu
    • The exchange of energy and protecting your space
    • Having a plan and setting intentions for each roll
    • Worshiping the Jiu-jitsu gods
    • The endless pursuit
    • Death and Rebirth
    • Dealing with suffering and seeking spirituality
    • Running from robbers in Peru
    • Integrating with plant medicine
    • There is no purpose
    • Respecting the space around you
    • Acknowledging the unknown
    • Who you are when no one is watching
    • Being responsible for yourself
    • Everything is your fault


    Sawadikap,

    Aaron


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    https://www.instagram.com/sunceremony/

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    1 hr and 43 mins
  • 54. Rio Lim - Jiu-Jitsu, spirituality and the world of trading

    54. Rio Lim - Jiu-Jitsu, spirituality and the world of trading
    Sep 15 2024

    In this episode, I'm joined with fellow Singaporean, Rio Lim, whom I had the pleasure of meeting here in Chiang Mai. We both share a passion for jiu-jitsu and finance, so in this episode we dive into those worlds while exchanging stories about our journeys along the way.

    Always exciting to connect over shared interests and similar vibes... oss!

    Stuff we talked about:

    • Knowing who you are through Jiu-Jitsu
    • Being humbled
    • Sacrifices
    • Parallels on and off the mat
    • Trusting the process, trusting yourself
    • Warmups before class zzz
    • Competition stories
    • Power of compounding
    • Catching the crypto wave
    • Embracing volatility
    • Love the failures
    • Pay the price, learn the lesson
    • Awaking the heart chakra
    • Seeking spirituality
    • The view from the top of the mountain
    • Time>Money
    • The courage to forge your own path
    • Nothing matters, we’re all going to die

    Till the next one,

    Aaron ------------------------------------

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    1 hr and 25 mins
  • 53. Meiyan Cheong - Searching for connection, reflecting on the past and leaving the Yoga world behind

    53. Meiyan Cheong - Searching for connection, reflecting on the past and leaving the Yoga world behind
    Aug 11 2024
    The first podcast Meiyan and I did was back in 2020 (See episode 29). Now, four years later, her house still remains as brightly coloured as ever, and the ambient noises are still as immersive, with the rain making a guest appearance once more. In this episode, we mostly catch up and reminisce about the good old days when we were young, though perhaps not so wild or free. How the past couple of years have been for us, our relationship with yoga and how it’s changed, oh and some other stuff about me almost getting her killed, the usual… Stuff we talked about: Catching up Contemplations on life and yoga Teacher Training stories and our time at HOM Reflecting on the past and wanting to connect Our relationship with yoga and how it’s changed Yoga, gym, going back to HOMThe absurdity of being “exactly where you need to be Balance of Feminine and Masculine Leaving the yoga world behind The hedgehog’s dilemma My black-black energy and how Meiyan always scolds me Human design and Meiyan’s bright bright house Playing with the meow meows Hating yourself / Loving yourself More catching up… More contemplations on life and yoga Fortune Teller’s predictions and the time I almost killed Meiyan My unfathomable loyalty to her Borrowing money and having kids To another 10 more years of friendship,Aaron [Rest in peace Roku, your gentle presence and stoic strength will always be remembered.] ------------------------------------ Follow Meiyan on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/bohospiritmei/ ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------
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    2 hrs and 45 mins
  • 52. Maisie Cheong - Understanding Enneagrams, mentoring the self and discovering more about who 'You' really are

    52. Maisie Cheong - Understanding Enneagrams, mentoring the self and discovering more about who 'You' really are
    Jun 27 2024
    Sorry for being away. I've been busy with life but I'm back now with a special one... Today I speak with Maisie, who's insightful approach and deep understanding of the nine personality types from the Enneagram system has definitely shed some light on certain character attribute of mine, so I'm sure she'll be able to shed some light on yours as well. Get ready to dive deep into your own inner framework, in the hopes to better understand both yourself and the others around you, as we explore the secrets behind our individual personalities. Also, if you think she looks familiar, that's because she's actually the "da jie jie" (big sis) of Meiyan (Episode 29), who might make her second appearance on the poddy real soon. So stay tuned! Stuff we talked about: How the enneagram system works and the value it brings Navigating human connection Airing laundry Realising that no one is trying to hurt you Character and context What is love Everyone’s got their own story The practice of sharing vulnerability Connecting through conflict Learning to support yourself Rewriting your narrative Until next time, Aaron ------------------------------------ Follow Maisie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/whatmaisiesaid/ ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------
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    1 hr and 58 mins
  • 51. Darren Huw - Mindset, muscle growth, and the excuse of having no time

    51. Darren Huw - Mindset, muscle growth, and the excuse of having no time
    Mar 18 2024
    Back at it again with the another gym bro. My guest today is Darren Huw, a personal trainer whose journey from skinny to fit is one that’s truly inspiring. As someone who embodies dedication and growth in both body and mindset, I’m glad to have him on the pod to share his passion with fitness and faith (in Islam). Enjoy. Stuff we talked about: The "drugs" we take Understanding Islam Antics at the Gym Diary of a skinny kid Bruce calls The realities of bulking/cutting Doing what needs to be done Battling the voice in your head Dealing with injuries Starting out at the gym Mindset > Motivation Taking responsibility for your own achievements Working out is the easy part Prioritise your physical body Understand your "why" The road to fitness is a lonely one The fallacy of "having no time" As-salamu alaykum, Aaron ------------------------------------ Follow Darren on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/train_with_darren/ ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------
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    2 hrs and 1 min
  • 50. Mostly Yoga Milestone Special — 5 Lessons and 4 'hacks' for 2024

    50. Mostly Yoga Milestone Special — 5 Lessons and 4 'hacks' for 2024
    Feb 24 2024
    To commemorate the 50th episode of the Mostly Yoga Podcast, I thought I'd run through some of the lessons I've learned over the past few years that have helped me out a lot in shaping who I am. Expect to learn about the importance of being authentic, honouring your truth, acknowledging the shadow and going to the gym. To all the listeners out there, thank you for being a part of this beautiful community. Your support and engagement have been the fuel that keeps this humble pod of mine going, and I'm deeply thankful for it. It's been a wild 50 episodes filled with wisdom, laughter, and connection, so here's to another 50 more. Huat ah,Aaron ------------------------------------ Inspirations: Joe Rogan (https://www.instagram.com/joerogan/)Chris Williamson (https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx/)Asha Nayaswami (https://www.instagram.com/innerlifewith_asha/)Jordan Peterson (https://www.instagram.com/jordan.b.peterson/)Alex Hormozi (https://www.instagram.com/hormozi/)Andrew Tate (https://x.com/Cobratate?s=20)Dhyan Vimal Institute (https://www.instagram.com/dv.institute/?hl=en) ------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE PODCAST :) https://ko-fi.com/mostlyyoga FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/aaaroning/ https://www.instagram.com/mostlyyogapodcast/ ------------------------------------ SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS IMALA (EVERYDAY ACTIVEWEAR that energise and inspire your daily choices) Whether you’re practicing yoga, dead-lifting your PR, climbing those boulders or cycling long distance, here's everything you need for your workout. Use code MOSTLYYOGA for 10% off! WEBSITE: https://imalaofficial.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/imalaofficial/
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    1 hr and 10 mins