{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Fdba9d2f0-416e-478d-a0fb-c5a6dfff81d8","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Slow Down to Shine: Yoga, Mindfulness & Community for Real-Life Presence \u2014 Veronique Ory","description":"On this episode of Aura Room, yoga instructor and author Veronique Ory breaks down a simple truth: slowing down isn\u2019t a luxury\u2014it\u2019s how you actually start to shine. We dig into practical mindfulness, 20-minute nervous-system resets, why community accelerates growth, and how storytelling changes behavior. If you\u2019re juggling too much, this conversation gives you direct, usable tools to create presence without adding more to your plate.\nAbout the guest:\nVeronique Ory is a yoga instructor, author of Shine On and Off the Mat, and founder of the Shine Membership, which blends short, accessible practices with community accountability.\nKey takeaways :\n\n\nSlowing down reveals whether you\u2019re pursuing goals for yourself or to meet external expectations.\n\n\nNervous systems mirror environments; city pace can push you into fight-or-flight without you noticing.\n\n\nA forced pause (e.g., Hurricane Sandy) showed how quickly \u201chustle\u201d habits return\u2014and how awareness interrupts them.\n\n\nTreat every action as a micro-meditation: one thing at a time, on purpose.\n\n\nShort practices work: consistent 20-minute sessions can noticeably shift mood and physiology.\n\n\nUse the five senses (see, hear, taste, touch, smell) to drop into the present anywhere, no equipment needed.\n\n\nCommunity matters: buddy up and calendar your practice to beat \u201cI\u2019ll do it tomorrow.\u201d\n\n\nThe Shine Membership integrates stories, yoga, and meditation with scheduling and accountability to make practice stick.\n\n\nStorytelling acts as a mirror; it surfaces patterns you want to keep\u2014and those you need to release.\n\n\nConsistency over intensity: choose a doable practice today and repeat it this week.\n\n\nHow to connect with the guest\n\n\nInstagram: Veronique Ory\u00a0\n\nWebsite: https://yogawithveronique.com/\u00a0Explore her membership -\u00a0https://yogawithveronique.com/register/illuminate-membership-yearly/, \u00a0join the Shine Membership with a 7-day free trial and explore retreats.\n\n\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatchDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContactBrand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.comWebsite: www.healthymindbyavik.comBased in: India & USA\nOpen to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let\u2019s connect to create a ripple effect of positivity.\nCheck podcast shows & be a guest:Listen to our 17 Podcast Shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavikBe a guest on our other shows: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguestVideo Testimonial: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/testimonialsJoin Our Guest & Listener Community: https://nas.io/healthymindSubscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/\nOur servicesBusiness Pod","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/70e61ea2-33d7-4014-8700-2c6f187692ec/ody3yy5wbmc.jpg"}