The Yoga of Sweetness: Philosophy in Action Myth and Metaphysics for a Wise and Complete Practice Join Folk Yoga School's Director of Education, Joey Gottlieb, for a deep dive into some of yoga's lesser known philosophies and stories to investigate new sources of inspiration and wisdom within the yoga tradition. Classical yoga philosophy describes a path for ending suffering and finding liberation from life's trials. However, later schools of yoga began to question the idea that life could be anything but suffering. Instead, they turned towards finding the sweetness and freedom within life itself. Over the course of this experiential immersion we'll explore the complex but elegant system of the tattvas. These 36 qualities or principles create a map of our world and human experience, both subtle and physical. The tattvas, as well as the myths and stories behind it, show us how freedom in yoga can become a practice of sweetening our human lives, even with their trials. This workshop will be both lecture and practice-based, using movement, breath, and meditation to bring these teachings into our bodies. During this 15-hour workshop, you'll: Experience themed practices to create an embodied connection between philosophy and physicality. Understand key differences between yoga's older philosophies and its newer ones and identify ways in which yoga is continuously evolving. Take a deep dive into the tattvas and deepen your understanding of the yoga cosmos, which is essential to understanding how yoga works as a whole! Learn myths within the Hindu yoga tradition to add meaningful narratives to philosophy and enrich your personal practice in a culturally honoring way. For teachers, walk away with rich philosophical material to apply to your own teachings and theme inspiring and insightful classes. This workshop is open to the public and to teachers. Current Folk Yoga 300-Hour trainees may take this for elective credits. This training counts for 15 Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Units. Dates: Fri., October 23, 2026 | 6:00-9:00pm Sat., October 24, 2026 | 12:00PM - 5:30PM Sun., October 25, 2026 | 12:00PM - 5:30PM Price: $405 | Early bird price: $355 (before October 3, 2026) using discount code SWEETNESS