Book description
An essential guide for all yoga practitioners to delve deeply into the tradition and practice authentically with appreciation, not appropriation.Includes practical advice for embracing yogic values—such as service, non-harm, and truthfulness—in your daily life and relationships and for the well-being of others.Popular yoga educator and advocate Susanna Barkataki invites yoga practitioners to become stewards of the tradition—bold and effective trailblazers for embodying the roots of yoga. She gives you the knowledge, tools, and language to respectfully and responsibly hold and participate in class and more effectively embody yogic values. Each chapter is full of step-by-step instructions, stories, practical advice, practices, and contemplations and covers the following: The issues with modern yoga in the West today Best practices for yoga leadership Learning what equity is in yoga How and when to use Sanskrit Integrating yoga ethics into your yoga practice, relationships, and workWhile mainstream yoga culture explodes, the teachings have often strayed far from yoga’s traditional roots. The result is a watered-down, often inaccurate or incomplete practice that doesn’t responsibly reflect the rich and powerful tradition. Ignite Your Yoga is an essential guide for all yoga practitioners to delve deeply into the tradition and practice and teach authentically with appreciation, not appropriation.
About the Author
SUSANNA BARKATAKI is a best-selling author, viral TEDx speaker, and is currently pursuing her PhD in yoga philosophy.She is the founder of Ignite Institute, a school for yogic leadership and social change, and Yoke Yoga, a wellness app for self-care through yoga. Ordained by Thich Nhat Hanh and trained by masters in India, Susanna bridges ancient wisdom with spiritual leadership for our time.She holds honors degrees from UC Berkeley and Cambridge College and is a certified yoga therapist and Ayurvedic practitioner. Susanna is the author of the bestseller Embrace Yoga's Roots. Her second book is Ignite Your Yoga.
Koi Diva
Easy chapter navigation and beautiful design make this app stand out. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Petite Flurry
Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. ListenBook's powerful audio downloading features are a dream come true – no more hassles! Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place!
Prof. Smirk
ListenBook Pro's sharing features allow me to spread the joy of audiobooks with my friends and family. Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful!
Voodoo Queen
I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily activities. 🏝️ Basking in the sun while indulging in literary adventures – this app makes outdoor relaxation even better. ☀️📖 Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true standout. The app is so reliable. I’ve never had any issues with it.
The Howling Swede
🚶♀️📱 I'm exploring new worlds while on the move, all thanks to this app's seamless functionality. 🏞️📚 The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections.
Achilles Mountain
🏃♀️📚 Combining exercise and exploration – audiobooks make my runs more exciting! 🏃♀️🎧 ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats! Flawless playback. The audio filters make a noticeable difference. ListenBook provides an excellent listening experience.
Koi Diva
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. This app is a time-saver – I can 'read' even when I'm on the move.
Iron Jesus
ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. The statistics tracking feature is eye-opening. I never realized how much time I spend on audiobooks until now!
The Final Judgement
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting – pure magic! 🏃♀️🌟 Experiencing stories while staying active – this app's functionality enhances my walks and runs like never before. 🎧🏞️ ListenBook Pro takes things up a notch with unlimited audiobook length. It's a game-changer! ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures.
FRMhndshk
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. With this app, reading is no longer a luxury – it's a convenient habit. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
Fresh Peper
Audiobooks have become my preferred way to unwind – and this app is my partner in crime. Automatic metadata extraction keeps my library organized. It's a time-saver! The quick access to chapters and controls makes the app a joy to use. I'm always in control. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. An audiobook I’ll listen to again! The story was engaging, and the narrator’s performance made it even better. Some parts were so well-delivered that I replayed them just to hear the emotion again.
Broomspun
The quality of the audio is top-notch, making the experience truly immersive. As a busy individual, I appreciate ListenBook's versatility in downloading audio files from various sources. It's a time-saver for sure!
Sprinkle Lovenuts
I love that I can switch between fiction and non-fiction effortlessly. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. 📚 Embracing a new reading habit with this app's seamless accessibility. Say goodbye to boredom! 📱🎉
DreamDasher
⭐️ Who knew cleaning could be this exciting? This app turns chores into adventures! 🧹🏰 Navigating through chapters is a breeze. It's like the app knows what I need.
Snow Hound
I'm addicted to the personalized recommendations – it's like the app knows me! Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. 💪 Doubling the impact of my workouts – exercising and exploring stories, all thanks to this app! 💪🎧 I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless. The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers!
Pitfall
I love how this app makes even the most mundane tasks exciting with audio stories. ⭐️ Kudos to the developers for creating an app that's both functional and user-friendly. I can navigate and enjoy my books effortlessly. 📚👏 Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is top-notch. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! ListenBook has transformed my daily commute. I look forward to my journeys with this app by my side.
Texas Butterfly
The basic audio filters are a game-changer. Adjusting playback speed is a breeze. Looping playback has transformed my study sessions. It's an invaluable tool for retaining information.
Corny
The layout of ListenBook is so beautiful and user-friendly, making it a pleasure to use. This app's ease of use has made my daily activities more enjoyable and educational. Listening statistics are a great motivator. Love this feature! The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
MysticMingle
Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless.
Minty Devil
ListenBook's library organization and book groups help me keep my content neatly sorted. ListenBook's extensive statistics feature adds a new level of insight to my audiobook habits. This app has brought the magic of books back into my life. Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience