Yoshio Hama: Why Discipline Matters More Than Motivation

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Yoshio Hama discusses the importance of discipline over motivation in maintaining a consistent yoga practice.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Yoshio Hama shares why discipline—not motivation—is the key to a lasting yoga practice. If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent, felt too busy to practice, or found your motivation fading, this conversation offers a grounded and honest perspective on what it really takes to keep showing up. Todd McLaughlin and Yoshio dive into the deeper meaning of tapas (inner fire), how practice evolves over time, and the reality of maintaining commitment through life’s...

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Host: Todd McLaughlin

Guest: Yoshio Hama

Topics covered

• discipline
• motivation
• yoga practice
• commitment
• personal growth

Keywords

• discipline
• motivation
• yoga
• practice consistency
• commitment
• personal development

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