A Necessary Joy with Mark Gardett

About this episode

Michele Lawrence speaks with Mark Gardett about the intersection of trans identity and yogic philosophy.

In this soul-stirring conversation, I am joined by Mark Gardett, PhD, a yoga scholar, teacher, and author of the transformative new book, A Necessary Joy: Yoga and the Quest for Transformation. Mark sits at the powerful intersection of trans identity and ancient yogic philosophy. Together, we explore the idea that "transness" is not just a destination, but a spiritual practice of expansion—one that mirrors the yogic journey toward the unchanging Self (Atman). Whether you are navigating a gend...

People in this episode

Host: Michele Lawrence

Guest: Mark Gardett

Topics covered

• trans identity
• yogic philosophy
• spiritual practice
• self-discovery
• transformation

Keywords

• yoga
• transness
• spirituality
• transformation
• self
• Atman
• Mark Gardett

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: A Necessary Joy: Yoga and the Quest for Transformation

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