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<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>In episode 15 of The Yogapedia Podcast, we're talking with clinical psychologist and meditator, <a href=\"https:\/\/realizationprocess.org\/judith-blackstone\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Judith Blackstone<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"in-this-interview-exploring-nonduality\">In This Interview: Exploring Nonduality<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Judith Blackstone is an experienced teacher in the fields of nondual realization and spiritual, relational and somatic psychotherapy. Blackstone is the creator of <a href=\"https:\/\/realizationprocess.org\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Realization Process<\/a>, which is an integrated approach to embodiment for psychological, relational, physical and spiritual healing.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Blackstone has a Ph.D. in Psychology, Embodiment and Eastern Religion. Blackstone is a clinical psychologist, a meditation practitioner and student of contemplative traditions with more than 40 years of experience. In addition, she is the author of several books, including <a href=\"https:\/\/realizationprocess.org\/books-and-cds\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Belonging Here<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/realizationprocess.org\/books-and-cds\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Enlightenment Process<\/a>. Blackstone and her husband, Zoran Josipovic, founded the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nondualityinstitute.org\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Nonduality Institute<\/a>, which is dedicated to the science and practice of nonduality.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">In our interview, Blackstone talks about The Realization Process and the radical openness that comes with nondual realization. Blackstone discusses methods for releasing tension and constriction, as well as the difference between awareness of the body and inhabiting it.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Blackstone also leads listeners in a core breath practice for settling into the body and attuning to the fundamental consciousness that is always available to us.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Listen to the interview here, or download or subscribe to the podcast using the podcast app of your choice. Be sure to like us or give us a comment if you do!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/ca\/podcast\/the-yogapedia-podcast\/id1453218292?mt=2\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yogapedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/badc0e36-254d-41f5-9398-ff395188f565.jpg\" style=\"width: 145px;\" class=\"fr-fic fr-dii\"><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/music\/listen?u=0#\/ps\/Igyfbdkz5suk22qjalb7wpdgwvm\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yogapedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/8c8b7c3b-7a60-424e-bde7-6735a2e43026.png\" style=\"width: 145px;\" class=\"fr-fic fr-dii\"><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stitcher.com\/podcast\/the-yogapedia-podcast?refid=stpr\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yogapedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Stitcher_Listen_Badge_Color_Dark_BG.png\" alt=\"Listen to Stitcher\" class=\"fr-fic fr-dii\" style=\"width: 145px;\"><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/5dOllWCuWEXZvCPpad5vXx\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yogapedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/292fba7e-1bc6-4e76-9d12-f98fb59e3cf8.jpg\" style=\"width: 145px;\" class=\"fr-fic fr-dii\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you missed out on season one, don't worry!<\/strong><strong> You can listen to every episode <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yogapedia.com\/topic\/478\/yogapedia-podcast\">here<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-the-yogapedia-podcast\"><strong>Why The Yogapedia Podcast?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The Yogapedia Podcast is here to help you navigate life’s biggest questions through the lens of yoga. Listen to insightful discussions with master teachers, leading experts, doctors, researchers and practitioners as they share all the tips, secrets, and special knowledge you need for a healthier, more meaningful life. The ancient teachings of yoga offer extraordinary solutions for navigating many of the critical issues in our modern landscape. 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