Ep #169: Let go or Push Forward: Hope vs Grief with Michael Henri

Ever feel torn between holding on and letting go? This episode explores two emotional pairs that show up during life’s toughest decisions: hope vs. grief and determination vs. surrender. These moments often arise in relationships, jobs, or personal goals—when you're not sure if pushing forward is strength or if letting go is the wiser path.The discussion reflects on how hope can be uplifting but may also be a mask for fear of grief, while grief, though heavy, often brings relief and clarity. We also learn that determination can turn into denial, and surrender isn't weakness, but an act of deep self-awareness. Drawing from yoga philosophy and neuroscience, the episode encourages tuning into your breath, intuition, and honesty to make these decisions—not from fear, but from presence.With relatable examples and powerful metaphors, like losing and finding an earbud, this episode helps you reflect on your own life moments. If you’ve ever asked, “Should I keep going or let go?”—this is one you don’t want to miss.Episode Chapters:00:00:00 Introduction00:02:11 Hope vs. Grief00:04:17 Surrender and Yoga Philosophy00:05:23 Neuroscience of Hope and Grief00:06:20 Reflection Prompts00:07:06 Emotional Nuances of Letting Go00:08:52 Real-Life Example: Lost Earbud00:11:29 Determination vs. Surrender00:13:09 The Role of Intuition00:13:45 Yoga Lens: Tapas and Balance00:15:52 Asana Practice as a Metaphor00:17:06 Breath and Somatic Awareness00:18:45 Surrender is Temporary00:20:51 Reflection Practice00:21:48 Preview of Next Episode—-------—-------—-Michael Henri’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelyoga.pt/ Going Pro Yoga’s Instagram: https://www.instagram/com/goingproyoga/—-------—-------—-Tags: hope, grief, determination, surrender, emotional duality, yoga philosophy, tapas, ishvarapranidhana, letting go, resilience, burnout, intuition, presence, life transitions, neuroscience, dopamine, limbic system