In this inspiring episode of the Finding Harmony Podcast, hosts Harmony Slater and Russell Case sit down with David Knee, author of The Next Asana. David shares his deeply personal journey of living with multiple sclerosis, navigating forced retirement, and finding new vitality through the practice of Ashtanga Yoga.
From his first Groupon yoga class in Victoria to studying with Tim Miller and writing poetry inspired by the moon cycles, David’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and hope. Along the way, he reflects on f...
In this inspiring episode of the Finding Harmony Podcast, hosts Harmony Slater and Russell Case sit down with David Knee, author of The Next Asana. David shares his deeply personal journey of living with multiple sclerosis, navigating forced retirement, and finding new vitality through the practice of Ashtanga Yoga.
From his first Groupon yoga class in Victoria to studying with Tim Miller and writing poetry inspired by the moon cycles, David’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and hope. Along the way, he reflects on family life, the challenges of step-parenting, and the healing power of consistent, adapted yoga practice.
David reminds us that practice doesn’t have to be perfect to be effective—it simply has to be yours. His story is not only inspiring for those living with MS, but also for yoga teachers, caregivers, and anyone seeking a path of renewal in difficult times.
Topics Covered in This Episode:
- David’s diagnosis with multiple sclerosis and his early symptoms
- How yoga supported his physical, cognitive, and emotional health
- The importance of adapting practice for chronic illness
- The role of breath, pranayama, and meditation in healing
- Lessons learned from teaching and community service in the MS world
- Transformation, patience, and the importance of cultivating hope
- The meaning behind the dragonfly on his book cover
- David’s moon poems and reflections on love, practice, and resilience
Resources & Links:
David’s blog:
Poem: Harvest Moon by David Knee
Harvest Full Moon it’s a ray of light
Farmers use it to work late at night
It’s harvest time, they reap what they sow
They work underneath this Moon’s bright glow
Neil Young does sing that tune
It goes like this: On this Harvest Moon
I’d love to dance with the one I love
This song’s perfect under what is above
On a warm late summer’s eve underneath its glow
Wouldn’t it be awesome for us all to know
To dance, to love, is all we really need
This romantic mindset I think you believe
I’ve gone on a tangent I love that song
It embodies to me of a love so long
Feel it, be it, take that big chance
Just let it in, you bet it’s romance
I’ll get back on track as I’m sure you know
A breather’s required it’s not just for show
Love is a song that we all know best
Sing it out loud, then enjoy a good rest
Links to Amazon - David's Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Next-Asana-Ashtanga-Multiple-Sclerosis/dp/1779629974
https://www.amazon.ca/Next-Asana-Ashtanga-Multiple-Sclerosis/dp/1779629974
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