Ep 17 - Jason Mazar-Kelly ( Yogi Jay ) on the power of collaboration, community and engaging in practices for remembrance
In this conversation, Sylvie interviews Jason Mazar-Kelly, also known as Yogi Jay. The interview kicks off with a vivid description of Jay's first time marathon experience, and then highlights the power of storytelling and how the stories we choose to tell ourselves can be a powerful driver for personal growth. Yogi Jay also shares how his consistent yoga practice in college became a tool for overcoming OCD and how this led to him becoming a yoga teacher who is passionate about helping people with mental differences. Jay tells his love story that brought him to the island and shares his views about the importance of community and health. The conversation addresses adaptive yoga and its role in supporting mental health in the community. In this conversation, Yogi Jay discusses his upcoming program 'Confidently Sensitive,' which focuses on yoga for individuals with mental differences and their caregivers. He emphasizes the importance of support systems, mindfulness, and daily practice in managing conditions like OCD and ADHD. Jason also shares insights on creating a new model for wellness through his initiative, Wholesome MV, which aims to better value teachers in the wellness industry. The discussion highlights the significance of community collaboration, the unique aspects of the Vineyard community and the complexities of social media in the wellness space.
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Upcoming free Event : Confidently Sensitive, Yoga for Mental Differences, May 31st, 2025, 1pm - 4:30 pm
https://www.wholesomemv.com/event-details/confidently-sensitive-yoga-for-mental-differences-3