The Next Asana: Practicing Ashtanga Yoga with Multiple Sclerosis

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: msasana.ca

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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