• How Yoga Philosophy Helped Me Create High Performance Habits That Stick for a Healthy Lifestyle

  • Apr 26 2025
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How Yoga Philosophy Helped Me Create High Performance Habits That Stick for a Healthy Lifestyle

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  • If you've ever felt like traditional goal-setting and hustle culture left you drained instead of empowered, you're not alone. For years, I chased big goals, believing that success was all about grinding harder and doing more. But the truth? That approach wasn't sustainable- physically, mentally, or emotionally. It wasn’t until I returned to the roots of yoga philosophy that everything shifted. Instead of pushing harder, I learned to move with more intention, and from there, I built high-performance habits that felt good, lasted longer, and truly supported a balanced, energized life. In my latest video and podcast episode, I'm sharing how ancient yoga wisdom helped me create the strong, sustainable lifestyle I have today, and how you can apply the same approach to your own journey. https://youtu.be/ox9lehY6wuQ ▶️ Watch on YouTube 🎧 Listen to the audio-only version on your favorite podcast platform: Just search for Strong Body, Strong Mind, Balanced Life on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you love to listen! (scroll down to the bottom for more links!) 3 Big Takeaways from Yoga Philosophy for Building High-Performance Habits 1. Tapas — Discipline is an Act of Self-Respect In yoga, Tapas refers to maintaining your inner fire. It’s showing up for yourself even when motivation fades. I stopped treating my habits like obligations and started seeing them as daily acts of self-respect, much like brushing your teeth. It’s not about forcing results. It’s about honoring your body, your mind, and your energy. 2. Ahimsa — Nonviolence Starts with Self-Compassion Ahimsa reminds us that how we treat ourselves matters.I used to beat myself up for every missed goal or 'imperfect' day. Yoga taught me that progress comes from consistency and compassion, not shame. Kindness toward yourself actually accelerates your growth. 3. Svadhyaya — Self-Study Builds Self-Trust Through Svadhyaya, or self-study, I learned the power of observing habits without judgment.By tracking simple things like hydration, movement, and sleep — not obsessively, but curiously — I discovered patterns that allowed me to make better choices, and ultimately, trust myself more. Why This Matters for a Healthy Lifestyle Over 40 Building strength, maintaining energy, and staying resilient isn't about adding more to your plate.It's about moving smarter, nourishing yourself better, and aligning your habits with your true priorities — your strength, your vitality, and your peace. This is exactly what yoga philosophy teaches us and why it's the heart of the work I do with those like you who are seeking to build a balanced, powerful lifestyle that lasts. Ready to Start? If you're ready to create habits that honor your body and your goals — not just your to-do list — I created a free Nutrition and Meal Planning Guide to help you get started. ✅ Fuel your body with strength✅ Nourish your energy and vitality✅ Root your habits in mindful, intentional living 📥 Download your free guide here: 👉 Nutrition & Meal Planning Guide for Women Over 40 Let this be the season you stop forcing it and start flowing with purpose. ✨ Stay strong, stay balanced, stay you.Heather Strong Body Strong Mind Balanced Life Podcast Links on Your Favorite Platforms Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/strong-body-strong-mind-balanced-life/id1765802220 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2GMo3GZ8GNPZ7TY4KX5PhJ Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/strong-body-strong-mind-balanced-life/PC:46559 iHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/62798833/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6a249df2-57af-4c3c-a33d-42254df5d178/strong-body-strong-mind-balanced-life Youtube Music: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLepStYah6ok049B1L3XGD3ufYc7zQ0Ag1 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/us/show/1504372 Podcast Index: https://podcastindex.org/podcast/2959190
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