We Are

In this episode of the Take Up Your Mat podcast, hosts Megan, Kelsey, and Mia explore the concept of Ahimsa, or non-harming, as a fundamental principle in yoga and life. They discuss the importance of compassion, self-love, and the impact of our words and thoughts on ourselves and others. The conversation delves into the metaphor of a garden representing love and compassion, emphasizing the need for good roots and soil to nurture this garden. The hosts also reflect on the power of self-love and how it enables us to love others genuinely. They highlight the significance of discovering beauty in everyone and the positive energy that can transform communities. In this conversation, the speakers explore the themes of community, love, self-compassion, and the nature of compassion itself. They discuss the importance of self-love and how it relates to one's ability to love others, the distinction between compassion and pity, and the call to action that compassion entails. The conversation also touches on the signifi