7 Episode - We the Community: Doing the Work

In Episode 7 of The State of Yoga podcast, host Shelly Coffman dives into the power of community accountability and what it truly means to do the work of creating ethical, inclusive, and transparent yoga spaces. Through Jane’s story, we explore the reality of power dynamics, silent exclusions, and the fear of speaking up in yoga communities.

Key Topics Covered:
• The Hidden Power Structures in Yoga Studios – How inner circles shape narratives and silence dissent.
• The Cost of Speaking Up – Understanding the risks and isolation that come with questioning unethical leadership.
• Enneagram Type 5 & The Fear of Taking Action – Why withdrawal and avoidance often prevent needed change.
• Building a Community-Led Leadership Model – How ethical guidelines, accountability, and transparency can shift power from inner circles to the community.
• The Role of Information & Relationship Dynamics – How facts, policies, and emotions must be part of ethical decision-making.

💡 Reflection Prompts:
• Have you ever noticed people quietly disappearing from your yoga community? What was the unspoken reason?
• Does your studio encourage open discussions or avoid difficult conversations?
• How can yoga communities shift power toward collective leadership and ethical accountability?

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Music Credit: https://uppbeat.io/track/all-good-folks/hey?rt=uc-referral

Resources for Yoga Teachers:
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