In this episode I have a lively conversation with one of the leading voices in modern yoga, author, longtime yoga teacher, former U. S. Airborne Ranger, Social Worker, co-founder of the yoga & recovery conference and Communities Rising; A yoga & meditation trainings for communities of color, Rolf Gates.

We explore a myriad of topics including timeless self-awareness (Samadhi), experiential learning, samsara, neuroscience, the idea of joyous personal responsibility and Rolf’s journey into twelve-step recovery, yoga and meditation. Rolf’s touches on how his teaching philosophy has evolved along with the explosive growth of yoga in America. Rolf elaborates on how the decisive nature that we bring to our attention, effort and attitude impacts our everyday lives and much more. Hope you enjoy listening, please subscribe and feel free to leave a comment and or rating, Peace.

Find out more about Rolf’s trainings and events

www.rolfgates.com

https://www.facebook.com/RolfGates/

Books by Rolf Gates

Meditations From The Mat: A Daily Guide for the Practice of Yoga Paperback
–3 Dec 2002

Meditations On Intention And Being: Daily Reflections on the Path of Yoga, Mindfulness, and Compassion
–17 Dec 2015

Daily Reflections on Addiction, Yoga, and Getting Well
- 5 Sep 2018

Additional book mentioned in podcast -
The Craving Mind by Judson Brewer