Kate Bendall
Kate Bendall
Dunedin Yoga Lady with Kate Bendall - 27-09-2022 - Sound in Yoga
Dunedin Yoga Lady with Kate Bendall - 27-09-2022 - Sound in Yoga
Dunedin Yoga Lady with Kate Bendall - 27-09-2022 - Sound in Yoga
Monday 26th September 2022
Join Kate Bendall as she explores the impact of sound in yoga, focusing on Vedic chanting and its mental benefits.
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Get the buttons here!Harnessing Sound: Kate Bendall's Guide to Vedic Chanting in Yoga
Vedic chanting is one of the strongest aspects of my practice now, after years of being a yogi, and it's a relatively obscure dimension of yoga here in the west, in India, not at all. It's a very common part of a yoga practice.
Have you ever wondered how sound can elevate your yoga practice? In this episode, Kate Bendall, the Dunedin Yoga Lady, dives deep into the transformative power of sound in yoga. Kate shares her journey with Vedic chanting, a practice that's been a cornerstone of yoga in India but remains a bit of a mystery in the West.
She breaks down the different types of mantras and their unique purposes, like using a mantra for the sun during the chilly winter months to bring warmth. Kate also explains how chanting serves as a mental training tool, helping to sharpen focus and improve concentration—especially useful for beginners who find their minds wandering during practice. She sheds light on the nuanced differences between Vedic chanting and kirtan, another popular form of chanting that allows for more emotional expression.
While kirtan is more flexible and devotional, Vedic chanting follows strict guidelines and requires dedicated practice to master. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just curious about incorporating sound into your yoga routine, Kate's insights offer valuable guidance. Tune in to discover how the ancient practice of Vedic chanting can bring a new dimension to your yoga journey.