There’s a version of yoga that has become familiar in the modern world—shaped by performance, aesthetics, and commercialisation.And then there is Yoga as it has always been.In this conversation, I sit down with Amy Landry—teacher, educator, and author of Ocean of Yoga—to explore what it means to return to the depth, integrity, and living essence of the tradition.Amy’s work is rooted in a deep respect for the classical teachings of Yoga. Through her book Ocean of Yoga, she offers a comprehensive and grounded guide to yoga as a complete path—one that includes philosophy, subtle anatomy, mantra, meditation, and the deeper streams of Hatha and Tantra.We speak to the difference between doing yoga and living Yoga…between surface-level practice and a path that reshapes how we relate to body, mind, and reality itself.This isn’t about rejecting modern yoga.It’s about re-rooting it.Not about adding more—but remembering what was always there.If you’ve felt the quiet pull toward something deeper in your practice,this conversation will meet you there.Explore Amy’s book→ Ocean of Yoga — Amy LandrySupport the PodcastAs always, I’m grateful you’re here—supporting the work that keeps all of this flowing.Below are a few of the brands I genuinely use and trust. Each one adds something meaningful to my daily rhythm.Go deeperJoin us on Substack for longer-form writings and deeper dives:→ yogaheartmind.substack.comAjjayaCeremonial clothing and sacred wear.Use code STUARTWATKINSInfrarediRed light therapy I use and recommend:→ infraredi.com.auUse code STUARTWATKINSSTEEP AyurvedaAyurvedic bathing rituals. Simple, potent, restorative.One Golden ThreadComfortable, consciously made clothing.Use code STUART181 for 18% offSole MechanicsBarefoot footwear for strength and grounding.Use code WATKINS6162 for 15% offAum RudrakshaHandcrafted mala beads from Bali.Use code WATKINS10 for 10% offThank you for listening, for supporting conscious creation,and for walking this path together.With love,StuartSupport the show

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