Mar 25, 2025
In this episode, I sit down with James Rafael, a yoga teacher and movement expert with a fascinating story. We explore his journey from addiction to recovery and how yoga became a tool for healing and transformation. The conversation also delves into queer identity, the role of aesthetics in the yoga world, and the ongoing debate about depth versus surface appeal. Along the way, we challenge assumptions about what it means to be a teacher, a student, and a person navigating the modern wellness landscape.
This is an honest and thought-provoking discussion for anyone interested in yoga, personal growth, or the deeper connections between movement and identity.
Read more about James here: jamesrafael.com
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James Rafael is a movement and meditation teacher who emphasises inclusivity, kindness, and freedom through discipline. His formal practice and teaching over the last two decades draws from diverse practices including yoga, somatics, mindfulness, Daoism, Buddhism and qigong. He is especially interested in practice as a way to navigate addiction, shame, and the queer experience.
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