Today, I have the pleasure of hosting Prashant J, a yoga teacher from India, on my show. He is the proud owner of a yoga school in Rishikesh and is known for his expertise as an international yoga teacher and content creator. Our discussion today will focus on pranayama, where we dive deep into topics like prana, Kundalini Shakti, and Kumbhakas.Episode Highlights:The link between yoga and pranayamaThe definition of prana and pranayamaCan pranayama alone help one move towards higher states of consciousness and enlightenment or get into much deeper practices?The relationship between the Kundalini Shakti and the practice of pranayamaWhat should be the goal for a modern-day practitioner of pranayama?Is pranayama and meditation the same thing?How much pranayama does the average person need?Pranayama history overviewThe significance of the Kumbhaka stage of Nadi ShodhanaAntar vs Bahir KumbhakaIs Bahir Kumbhaka the same as Kevala Kumbhaka?Kumbhaka practice for men vs womenShould women do Kumbhaka during menstruation?Join our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on Instagram