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“Decolonizing yoga is admirable but I think it is just better to learn yoga.” I’d like to introduce you to Dr. Shyam Ranganathan a field-changing researcher, scholar, author, and teacher of philosophy, and an expert in the neglected traditions of Indian moral philosophy, which covers practical questions of how to live, what to aim for, and what we should value—including Yoga. Find Dr. Shyam Ranganthan 100 Hour Level 1 Yoga Philosophy Training and other courses at: yogaphilosophy.com/level-1-and-2-certification Find his most recent book Yoga - Anticolonial Philosophy HERE I’m looking forward to discussing this episode during our next monthly Satsang which always takes place on the first Sunday of every month. 💭Support the podcast and join monthly satsangs at patreon.com/acuriousyogipodcast 💭 If you liked this episode, please leave a review on Apple podcasts – it really, really helps the show reach more people, plus I love reading each one. 💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories @bobbipaidel 💭Join me in northern India for the Yog Sadhana Retreat Himalaya March 2025 bobbipaidel.com/himalayan-retreat 💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, be a guest, or practice together find me at bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨
“The real beauty of yoga is about letting go, being flexible and seeing that there is infinite potential in every moment.” Today I’m joined by R. Alexander Medin, a certified Ashtanga Teacher and all around amazing human with an incredible capacity for giving and sharing yoga with generosity, joy and clarity. Alexander shares his story and perspective with immense insight from transitioning from professional boxer to breakdancer to ballet dancer to being certified by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois - an honor achieved by only 33 individuals. Alexander and I discuss his work with addicts and inmates, using the body as a tool and how the real yoga is to meet the challenges of life. And SO much more.... Join myself and Alexander at his Norges Yoga Festival in Norwary this July: norgesyogafestival.no/en/home Find Nøsen Yoga and Mountain Hotel HERE or on IG: @nosenyoga Check out his work with the Back in the Ring Foundation: backinthering.no Thanks for listening! 💭 Find the full show notes at bobbipaidel.com/podcast-s3-ep8-alexander-medin 💭Support the podcast and join monthly satsangs at patreon.com/acuriousyogipodcast 💭 If you liked this episode, please leave a review on Apple podcasts – it really, really helps the show reach more people, plus I love reading each one. 💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories @bobbipaidel 💭Join me in northern India for the Yog Sadhana Retreat Himalaya March 2025 bobbipaidel.com/himalayan-retreat 💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, be a guest, or practice together find me at bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨
"A very very important practice that has to be included in our lives is to not believe our thoughts. Any thought that comes in and makes you unhappy be sure it is untrue." Wow wow wow! This episode was incredibly delightful to record and edit because it is packed to the brim with knowledge rooted in freedom and can be applied practically without any struggle. A jewel in my podcast treasure chest and a real privilege to introduce you to Shaarda, a Shashtri Scholar with a PhD in Vedant, a poet, a photographer, a lover of India, a fellow satsangee and a wise friend who showers us with knowledge in this conversation. Shaardaji and I get right into why we need spiritual people, her experience of meeting Swamiji, the most important practice of attending the knower, the second most important practice of never believing your thoughts and asking ourselves…what is it that we really want? Trust me, dear curious yogi, this is one of the most charming and practical episodes for anyone who never wants to be unhappy. Sit down and relax with Shaarda and I. Thanks for listening! 💭 Find the full show notes at bobbipaidel.com/podcast-s3-ep7-shaarda 💭Support the podcast and join monthly satsangs at patreon.com/acuriousyogipodcast 💭 If you liked this episode, please leave a review on Apple podcasts – it really, really helps the show reach more people, plus I love reading each one. 💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories @bobbipaidel 💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, be a guest, or practice together find me at bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨
In this episode, I’m talking to Simon Jalonen, or Nurse Yogi as you might know him. Simon is a registered nurse, a yoga practitioner and a certified teacher. Simon is also my partner in freedom and in life and it was such a joy to have his perspective and lived wisdom on a Curious Yogi. He is a Swede of few words, but yes, those words are very carefully selected and wonderful. Our conversation today is focused on Seva or selfless service, healthcare work and charity. Where do they all intersect with our sadhana or spiritual lives? Support our +Lamb Trek on June 15th for children living with HIV in India trek.positivelamb.com/t/trek-ldn Learn more about our Sweden Retreat for Healthcare Professionals bobbipaidel.com/healthcare-retreat Thanks for listening! 💭 Find the full show notes at bobbipaidel.com/podcast-s3-ep6-simon-jalonen 💭Support the podcast and join monthly satsangs at patreon.com/acuriousyogipodcast 💭 If you liked this episode, please leave a review on Apple podcasts – it really, really helps the show reach more people, plus I love reading each one. 💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories @bobbipaidel 💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, be a guest, or practice together find me at bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨
“Meditation is not for being relaxed or gaining some expertise. It’s for recognizing that space as yourself - then you are not fearful of the beginning or end because you recognize yourself as Pure Free and Forever.” In this episode, I’m talking to Alka Srivastava, an extraordinarily advanced meditator and total master who has devoted her life to unfolding Self-awareness. Alka is the youngest daughter of Swami Shyam, founder of the International Meditation Institute in the Himalayas of India. She has been meditating and singing since age three and has spent her life studying the ancient scriptures as illuminated by Swamiji. In this special episode Alka shares her knowledge and wisdom in a way that applies to all who wish to find that inner sense of peace and knowing who they truly are. Find more from Alka here: www.madhuralka.com and facebook.com/MadhurAlka Join her Inspirational Bhagavad Gita Facebook page here: www.facebook.com/groups/inspirationalgita/ Thanks for listening! In oneness and delight, Bobbi 💭 Find the full show notes at bobbipaidel.com/podcast-s3-ep4-alka-srivastava 💭Support the podcast and join monthly satsangs at patreon.com/acuriousyogipodcastt 💭 If you liked this episode, please leave a review on Apple podcasts – it really, really helps the show reach more people, plus I love reading each one. 💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories @bobbipaidel 💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, be a guest, or practice together find me at bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨