Shuddha, Ashuddha and Accessing Your 'Good' Desires

It’s the time of year to re-engage. Lean in. Decide that 2020 can be amazing and you have what it takes to turn it around. How?

We need to clear the pathway to take action. For Yogis, this means clearing the mind of impurity (Ashuddha). How? Well, some texts would tell us that desire is the cause of mental impurity… but is it? How can we ever feel compelled to take action without desire? Which desires are pure, and which ones are impure? How do we know and what do we do about it?

In this Episode we’re playing with these ideas.

Also, I have 1 place in my Mastermind and 2 places in my 1:1 coaching. Check out all of the info here:

https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/keepgrowing

https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/coaching

Lastly, the references for this Episode are:

His Divine Grace A.C Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (1972) ‘Bhagavad Gita As It Is’, The Bhaktivedanta Book Trust, Los Angeles

Gurumayi Chidvilasananda (1996) ‘The Yoga of Discipline’, Syda Foundation, South Fallsburg, New York

Comparisonitis As Your Guru (Bom bom!)

What is it about bum jokes that are always funny? Yah, maybe it’s just my childlike attitude to life... 🤭🤭🤭 Anyhoo... in addition to some immature gags, this week on the Abundant Yoga Teacher Podcast I’ve got a four part process to divert any ‘compare and despair’ into gleeful-hand-rubbing-let-me-at-it-ness!! So if you’ve been sent into a funk from watching too many reels from your yoga biz nemesis... your going to love this one! 

Also, please do yourself a favour and get signed up for Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers… NOW! (xox) Here is the link: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

When You See A Spark You Must Fan It!

Over the weekend I’ve been inspired by Prince (well, duh!) and Srila Prabhupada (not so obvious, perhaps) to talk about the importance of stepping into greatness. Of choosing to step from the shadows into the light in order to do more of what we are naturally gifted at. Check out the video and DM me on insta!

Also, free Instagram Reels training happening here: https://amymcdonald.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=24c7ee3296b23b02ef0af1f68&id=5391309495

And Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers happening here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

Blazing Trails and Getting It Out There!

In this episode the inspiring Brett Larkin shares about her journey, her pioneering role teaching YTTs online and some very useful tips to keep moving forward.

Also a reminder to sign up for the free Instagram Reels for Yoga Teachers training happening this week: https://amymcdonald.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=24c7ee3296b23b02ef0af1f68&id=afc5948d74

Sparking Change!

Jennie Lee is the award-winning author of three books: SPARK CHANGE: 108 Provocative Questions for Spiritual Evolution; TRUE YOGA: Practicing with the Yoga Sutras for Happiness & Spiritual Fulfillment; and BREATHING LOVE: Meditation in Action. She is a recognized expert in the fields of yoga therapy and spiritual living and a certified yoga therapist, who has taught classical yoga and meditation for over 20 years. 

Join me and the warm and wise Jennie Lee as we talk about her new book, Spark Change! Access the bonus guides for the book here: https://jennieleeyogatherapy.com/spark-change-bonus-guides/

And for the final place in GYYB (starting Wednesday 19th Aug, AEST) click here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb

What Is a Lead Magnet and Do I Need One?

It struck me last week that building your mailing list isn’t always a great use of time. Depending on the format and emphasis of service delivery in your Yoga biz, a lead magnet might not be as important as you think. But if it IS, how do you make a good lead magnet?

Also, a reminder that Growing Your Yoga Biz registrations close FRIDAY. If you would like to join the final QnA session, DM me on Instagram for the link. And if you have particular questions, reach out. I’d love to hear from you. FRIDAY is the final day to sign up (or earlier if the places sell out.)

Here is the link: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb

Is this the Supreme Duty in Your Yoga Business?

Are you being unknowingly violent with yourself in business? How can you tell and what to do if you are?

Also this week a big congrats to Sarah B for her classes now available on Yoga International! Sign up and take classes with her and oodles of other amazing teachers here: https://yogainternational.oae6r3.net/c/2403362/738126/10875

And lastly, there are 7 places left in Season 7 of GYYB. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb

Stop Leaping and Start Bridge Building

I've heard from SO MANY Yoga teachers who feel exhausted from pulling off one feat and then another. If you're looking for more continuity, reliability and certainty in business, it might be time to start building your bridge... with fish-floating stones.

If you want to join the live trainings all week (and go in the draw to win some cool prizes) sign up here: https://amymcdonald.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=24c7ee3296b23b02ef0af1f68&id=2e9826466a

And remember that the bonus 1:1 coaching bonus that comes with 'Growing Your Yoga Biz' finishes THIS FRIDAY. Find out more here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb



Why NOW is the Perfect Time to Change the Rules!

Arguably there has never been a time when your students are more aware of shifting rules and regulations. Similarly, never before have we felt so compelled to support business and services that we value. Combined, these circumstances mean there has never been a better time for you to get clear and communicative about the rules in your business that truly serve. Think: payments, culture, teaching and communication.

Also this week, a reminder about the COACHATHON happening at 9am Thursday (Melbourne, Australia time) - with details in the FB group or DM me on insta @AmyYogaBizCoach.

Registrations for GYYB come with $500 complimentary 1:1 coaching through to the end of the month. Info for that here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb

PLUS jin me and 23 other masterclass trainers for a week of free business training here: http://www.superchargeyourbiz.com/

What Are You Actually Teaching?

Two documentaries over the weekend have caused me to ponder - again - what we are actually teaching our students. In this episode the call to argumentation, the power of cognitive biases, Guru Tattva and a great quote from Edwin Bryant, ‘The dance between reason and the heart is never-ending - sometimes causing one to sway and veer towards one modality, sometimes the other’.

Join my coachathon at 5pm Thursday (Melbourne) here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82647613967

Sign up for ‘Growing Your Yoga Biz’ and receive $1000 of free 1:1 coaching here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb

The Two Essential Follow Up Email Strategies You Need

In part 1 of our 5 days of email training, I'm covering the reason you must stop sending newsletters RIGHT NOW, the essential elements of all good solo mailers, how often to 'sell' vs how often to add value and 2 really important follow up emails that most teachers miss.

Join the remainder of the training live at https://amymcdonald.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=24c7ee3296b23b02ef0af1f68&id=1aff0fbaf6

Also, if you want more help from me in writing amazing copy, check out my writing home study program, 'Writing from the Heart for Yoga Teachers' and use coupon code emailmastery for $100 off. www.amymcdonald.com.au/writingfromtheheart

AND if you're ready to go from Yoga teaching hobbyist to Abundant Yoga Business Owner, check out 'Growing Your Yoga Biz' here and access $1000 of free coaching as a bonus! https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb

The 5 Acts of Siva and... Email Marketing!

In this episode I've got an email marketing-related action step for each of Siva's 5 acts: creation, maintenance, destruction, concealment and revelation.

Also, join my Free Coachathon!!

Join me this week for a group coaching session, get your questions answered and get clear on the next steps in your Yoga biz.

Thursday 2nd July, 5pm - 7pm, MELBOURNE TIME Zoom: https://cutt.ly/diJFj6d

I'll be LIVE on the zoom for 2 hours to coach as many of you as we can get through. So if you need support, mentoring or advice, I hope to see you on the call.

My 5 Yoga Biz Lockdown Lessons

Welcome to Season 6 of the Abundant Yoga Teacher Podcast! Woot woot!

To kick off the new season I’m sharing the 5 things I heard from so many of you over the past 3 months. Let’s celebrate everything you’ve overcome and achieved during these special times!

Also, a reminder that my high level mastermind, Keep Growing, is currently open for applications. Learn more here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/keepgrowing

Unconscious Conditioning and Revealing Your True Desires

In this very special interview I’m joined by my mentor, Gina Devee, author of ‘The Audacity to be Queen’, founder of Divine Living, powerful coach and lifestyle influencer at @ginadevee

In our conversation we draw from Gina’s teachings to extrapolate for Yoga teachers on money mindset, giving ourselves permission to live the lives we truly desire and how we can get stuck in old programming if we don’t create space for contemplative practice and embodied femininity.

Along the way Gina shares some stories from her journey, and there are a couple of mine as well. Enjoy!

Also today, make sure that you are registered for ‘Facebook Ads Know How for Yoga Teachers’! If you’re ready to know what you’re doing, feel empowered with the FB ads platform and use the FB tools to welcome new students into your offerings, classes and events, you NEED to be in this training!

Here’s the link to get yourself signed up: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/facebookads

How Do I Know For Sure What My Purpose Is?

In this special 'Refine and Renew' episode of the Abundant Yoga Teacher Podcast I'm joined by Emily Perry, @emilyperry.co , purpose speaker and Yoga teacher. Emily is a bright light in guiding us towards our purpose and supporting us along the way. You're going to LOVE what she has to share! Connect with - any learn more about - Emily here:

The Heart Medicine Masterclass: www.emilyperry.com/heartmedicine

Instagram: www.instagram.com/emilyperry.co

The LiveAwake Collective: www.liveawakecollective.com

Also today remember that there is only TWO DAYS to save your place for the May intake of 'Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers'. Here is the link: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

Powerful Tips for Clearer and More Confident Communication

Meet my dear friend, Elaine Grace Copeland, coach, trainer and damn-fine-motivator!

In this interview @elainegracecopeland takes us through the clear verbal communication essentials, techniques that are going to support your teaching, your FB lives, your negotiations in business and your relationships with students. Enjoy!

And remember that there are only three days to get yourself registered for Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers. Sign up here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

Rethinking Your Pricing for Greater Support

Meet Joanna Sapir, a business coach for wellness practitioners all over the world. In this thought-provoking interview Joanna is encouraging us to think about a new way of pricing and packaging our services to provide a deeper connection for clients AND greater abundance for our businesses. Let me know what you think!

Check out Joanna's services here: www.JoannaSapir.com and follow her on Instagram here: @joannasapir

Finally, there are just 4 days to get yourself registered for 'Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers'! Here is the link to sign up: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

Where are the Prana Money Leaks in Your Yoga Biz?

Roll up your sleeves and let have the big talk about… MONEY! In this episode I’m joined by the Mindful Bookkeeper, Chioma Njoku, a Yoga teacher, bookkeeper and accountant who has seen it all when it comes to how we manage our money and has some great insights to share with us.

Below are some get-in-touch-with-Chi links:

Instagram: @mindfullychioma Facebook: @mindfullychioma Website: The Mindful Bookkeeper 

Also a reminder to get yourself registered for ‘Social Media for Yoga Teachers’ and also receive access to ‘Taking Great Selfies’ Masterclass!

Registrations close on Sunday. Save your place here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

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Moving past self doubt & learning to say NO!

In this interview I'm joined by @groundedtherapist, Rachel Dougherty, who is sharing her insights and teachings about the importance of establishing and maintaining loving boundaries in life and business.

Rachel is a therapist and Yoga teacher who helps high achieving ambitious women move past self doubt & learn to say NO!

Learn more about Rachel's new program here: https://groundedtherapist.com/unbound/

And connect with her here: https://groundedtherapist.com/free-yourself-from-self-doubt/

Also today, a reminder that 'Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers' enrolments close SUNDAY. Learn more here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

Refining Your Business to do More of What You LOVE

In this special episode I’m joined by Crystal Gray of @crystalgrayyoga, Yoga teacher, Yoga teacher trainer, author of ‘Goddesses Fart Too’ and Founder of the Yoga Goddess Collective. We are having a BIG conversation about the importance of doing what you love (versus doing what you’ve always don because that’s just kinda how it turned out… ;)

Join Crystal’s FB Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/yogagoddesscollective

Also today a reminder that ‘Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers’ closes on SUNDAY!

https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

If you’re ready to

• Create meaningful connections with people

• Network, collaborate and stay connected with clients and colleagues

• Share your love, passion and teachings for Yoga

• Welcome in new students to your classes, workshops and events

Make sure you’re registered to join us! Sign up here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social