Today's guest is Ashlee McDougall, co-owner of Yoga Loft Tucson, an accessible yoga studio in Tucson, Arizona. We've got a LOT of thoughts to share with you today! We talk business ownership, chronic illness, teaching "all levels" classes, accessibility and ableism in yoga, and unexpectedly going viral.

You can find Ashlee on Instagram and TikTok and check out her Complete Yoga Teacher Planner that just launched!

Today we've got a special guest on the podcast: Taryn Smith, yoga teacher and recent finisher of the World's Toughest Row. Taryn rowed solo across the Atlantic Ocean, and we talked about what life was like on the ocean, how yoga was part of her journey, and what's up next after 46 days rowing solo.

Find Taryn on Instagram @tarynsmithmovement or check out her offerings at tarynsmithmovement.com

Real talk: applying for jobs is hard. It's always a little weird. And it's especially hard to apply for yoga jobs. In this episode, we'll talk about the three main things you need to keep in mind when you're applying for a role as a yoga teacher. (And spoiler alert: these are great tips for anyone applying to any job, too.)

We're back with new episodes on Thursdays now! In this conversation, Kim explores the concept of embracing winter as a time of conservation, self-reflection, and adaptation. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the natural cues of the season and aligning with the rhythms of nature. The focus is on maintaining, sustaining, and creating space for ease and gentleness during the harshness of winter.

Well this was unexpected. This week, Kim talks through some observations and lessons from her second time breaking her left foot. She's no stranger to broken bones and injuries - this episode brings some reflections on how this time is different thanks to practicing yoga.

Today on the podcast, our guest is Willis Johnston. He's the owner of Flying Heart Yoga in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and he is an expert at crafting intentional, immersive retreats. He's hosted over 30 retreats and tells us about his process for choosing where to go, what to do, and how to create a container for attendees during the trip.

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Willis Johnston Yoga - Website

Flying Heart Yoga - Website

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Willis - @flyingheartflow

Flying Heart Yoga - @flyingheartyogapuertovallarta

Kim - @kimstruglinski

Heart of Wisdom Yoga - @heartofwisdomyoga

Isn't owning a yoga studio just teaching yoga all the time? Spoiler alert: NOPE! This week Kim talks about what goes into owning a yoga studio. This is not a how-to about how to open a studio - this is a real chat about what daily life as a studio owner actually looks like. We'll talk about why she started Heart of Wisdom Yoga, why she opened a physical studio rather than pursuing a concierge model, the importance of building a community, some of the challenges presented by the pandemic, and the different hats a yoga studio owner wears. We also discuss the top 5 things on her mind this week as a studio owner. Last but not least, we zoom out and talk big picture about what comes next for Kim and Heart of Wisdom Yoga. If you're interested in opening your own studio or wondering what daily life as a studio owner looks like, this is the episode for you!

Resources mentioned:

The Friday Society with Alexa Cawley - sign up at https://www.foreverfriday.co/?via=kim and use code KIM to get $20 off your first two months! (This is an affiliate link and I do earn a commission if you sign up.) Alexa also has a great podcast that is a free way to get started and learn from her!