Yoga Educator, Author & Artist
Philosophy on the Mat
An Essential Guide for Yoga Teachers
"Philosophy on the Mat" isn't just another yoga book—it's your gateway to a deeper understanding of yoga's timeless wisdom. This comprehensive guide brings together teachings from the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, Yoga Sutras, Tantras, Puranas, and Hatha Yoga Pradipika, all in one place, expertly distilled to provide practical insights for your classes, workshops, and retreats.
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Uncover clear summaries, practical teachings, and invaluable tools to seamlessly integrate philosophy into your sessions. "Philosophy on the Mat" is designed to be practiced and taught, enriching both your offerings and your understanding of yoga.
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Don't miss out on this indispensable resource—it's a must-have for every dedicated yoga teacher on a journey to enlightenment and enrichment.
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Barbara Courtille, author of Philosophy on the Mat, is a Yoga Educator, Author, and Artist living on Cammeraygal land in Sydney, Australia.
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With a yoga journey that began in the late 1980s, she has been a teacher, trainer, and mentor to many. Now, she supports teachers through her weekly Yoga Teachers Blog and is currently writing her second book, Buddhism for Yogis.
Barbara continues to deepen her spiritual connection through her art, study and practice.​​​​​
I hold deep respect for the enduring and profound connection to country of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. With utmost reverence, I acknowledge the Gadigal and Cammeraygal as the traditional custodians of the land, sea, and sky on which I live and work.
In tribute to the wisdom of the Elders, both past and present, I consider it a great privilege to teach on this sacred land. My aspiration is that my work contributes to the healing and wellbeing of all.
May the words, thoughts and actions of my own life contribute in some meaningful way to the freedom and happiness for all without exception.