044: The Intersection of Yoga & Bates Method with J. Brown

044: The Intersection of Yoga & Bates Method with J. Brown

Author: Nathan Oxenfeld: Certified Teacher of the Bates Method, Yoga, Meditation, a September 18, 2020 Duration: 1:18:01

In this episode, Certified Bates Method Teacher, Nathan Oxenfeld is joined by J. Brown to discuss the similarities between Yoga and the Bates Method.

J. Brown is a world-renowned yoga teacher based in Pennsylvania and host of the Yoga Talks Podcast.

With both their backgrounds in yoga and their shared curiosity about natural vision improvement, J. and Nathan had an enlightening conversation that covered topics ranging from the negative side effects of wearing glasses, the importance of spending time outdoors with the naked eye, the benefits of taking more gentle and subtle approaches to yoga and vision training, the role of intuition and the third eye, the difference between controlling your vision and finding power in your vision, the limiting and liberating aspects of beliefs, finding the right amount of healthy skepticism and questioning, the power of visualization, and much more!

Check out J. Brown's podcast Yoga Talks and visit his website www.jbrownyoga.com to read his inspiring blog.

Go to www.integraleyesight.com/hvs for more information about the 2020 Holistic Vision Summit on Thursday, October 8th, including the world premier of Vision 2020: From Eyesight To Insight.

Thank you for listening and thanks to Audionautix for the music in this podcast.


What if the strain you feel in your eyes isn't a life sentence, but a habit you can change? The Naked Eye Podcast: Exploring Natural Alternatives to Glasses, Contacts, and Surgeries moves beyond conventional eyecare to investigate a holistic path. Hosted by Nathan Oxenfeld, a certified teacher of the Bates Method, yoga, and meditation, this podcast delves into the often-overlooked connection between how we use our eyes and our overall mental and physical state. Each conversation is a deep dive into practical, natural vision improvement. You’ll hear detailed discussions on techniques like breathwork and specific visual relaxation practices, all framed within the understanding that eyesight is not a static condition but a dynamic sense intertwined with stress, posture, and attention. The goal here isn't just to see a clearer chart, but to cultivate healthier eyes and a more insightful relationship with your own vision. Nathan guides listeners through principles that challenge the assumption that blur is permanent, offering a thoughtful exploration of how alternative methods can lead to tangible changes in daily life. Tune in for a nuanced perspective that redefines what it means to care for your eyes, focusing on the innate capacity for clarity that exists without external aids. This is a space for anyone curious about the potential of their own vision, eager to learn from a teacher who approaches seeing as an integral part of well-being.
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