Day 48/99: Yoga Teachers - Stop Watering Down Tradition, Start Giving Back
Adi Shakti Speaks - A podcast by Adi Shakti

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if we’re drinking from this well of ancient wisdom, we must be intentional about how we give back Come to India with me: click here for details Start Here: Here is the link to join the SoulWork Onboarding Welcome Video! Go get onboarded for Adi Shakti's 99 Day Magical Mystery Tour for the chance to win prizes and retreats: https://www.instagram.com/p/C-FuuGMumcc/ Here is the link to join the SEEKER Membership for FREE. ✨ Honoring the Sacred: Are We Giving Back to the Roots of Yoga? As yoga continues to spread worldwide, I feel there’s something essential we’re forgetting—its sacred roots. Today, I’m speaking from the heart about cultural reciprocity and what it really means to honor the lineage we’re all benefiting from. It’s easy to get caught up in trendy yoga, but here’s the truth: if we’re drinking from this well of ancient wisdom, we must be intentional about how we give back. In this episode, I’m inviting you to dive deep into what it truly means to respect the culture that has gifted us these powerful teachings. Let’s bring soul, integrity, and reciprocity back into our practice. 💥 Standing in Integrity: Why Cultural Reciprocity is Non-Negotiable I believe yoga is far more than just physical postures—it's a spiritual, cultural, and historical practice that deserves our respect. But here’s the bold truth: practicing yoga without honoring where it came from isn’t enough. In today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through why cultural reciprocity isn’t just a nice idea—it’s a responsibility. Whether you’re a teacher or a student, it's time to move from unconscious consumption to conscious appreciation. Let’s talk about how we can uplift and give back to the very communities that have preserved these sacred teachings for us. 🌸 Yoga with Heart: Deepen Your Practice Through Cultural Respect Yoga has changed my life in the most profound ways, but that transformation didn’t come without a deep sense of responsibility to give back. I’m here to share my personal journey of cultural reciprocity, from teaching in India to supporting the communities that have nurtured me spiritually and professionally. This isn’t just about a one-time donation or visiting a faraway place—it’s about living your practice with integrity and love. In this episode, we’ll explore how to keep yoga’s soul alive by practicing in a way that honors its roots. Let’s walk this path together, with reverence and an open heart.