Ep 262 Bernie Clark – Prana
Sun Feb 08 2026
Adam speaks with Bernie Clark, a renowned yoga teacher and author, about his latest book on Prana. They explore the multifaceted nature of Prana, its historical context, and its relationship with breath and energy. Bernie shares his personal journey with Prana, including challenges and insights gained through his practice. The discussion delves into the significance of compression in yoga, the communication pathways within the body, and the importance of surrender and acceptance in healing. This conversation offers a rich exploration of the concept of Prana, bridging Eastern and Western perspectives on energy and vitality.
Buy the Book: Prana, One Breath, Many Worlds
Support the Podcast: Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/infoRf
Bernie Shares
· Bernie's journey with Prana began with personal experiences and injuries.
· Prana is more than breath; it encompasses life energy and vitality.
· The historical evolution of Prana reflects cultural understandings of life force.
· Breath is intrinsically linked to life and spirit across cultures.
· Prana can be viewed through both Eastern and Western scientific lenses.
· Compression in yoga can stimulate energy flow and health in tissues.
· The body communicates through fascia, affecting energy flow and blockages.
· Different yoga practices can influence organ health through energy pathways.
· Scar tissue can disrupt energy flow and communication in the body.
· Surrender and acceptance are key to healing and understanding one's energy.
Find Bernie
Instagram: @bernieclark7528
Website: https://yinyoga.com/prana/
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Adam speaks with Bernie Clark, a renowned yoga teacher and author, about his latest book on Prana. They explore the multifaceted nature of Prana, its historical context, and its relationship with breath and energy. Bernie shares his personal journey with Prana, including challenges and insights gained through his practice. The discussion delves into the significance of compression in yoga, the communication pathways within the body, and the importance of surrender and acceptance in healing. This conversation offers a rich exploration of the concept of Prana, bridging Eastern and Western perspectives on energy and vitality. Buy the Book: Prana, One Breath, Many Worlds Support the Podcast: Buy us a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/infoRf Bernie Shares · Bernie's journey with Prana began with personal experiences and injuries. · Prana is more than breath; it encompasses life energy and vitality. · The historical evolution of Prana reflects cultural understandings of life force. · Breath is intrinsically linked to life and spirit across cultures. · Prana can be viewed through both Eastern and Western scientific lenses. · Compression in yoga can stimulate energy flow and health in tissues. · The body communicates through fascia, affecting energy flow and blockages. · Different yoga practices can influence organ health through energy pathways. · Scar tissue can disrupt energy flow and communication in the body. · Surrender and acceptance are key to healing and understanding one's energy. Find Bernie Instagram: @bernieclark7528 Website: https://yinyoga.com/prana/