A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel

"Our souls have neither a birth nor death. Our soul's journey is infinite. But the human experience that we're having in this moment is limited."Today, we dive deep into the intersection of ancient Ayurvedic wisdom and modern health science with famed celebrity Ayurvedic nutritionist and gut health coach, Dimple Jangda.In this episode, you will gain actionable, practical knowledge on how lifestyle, diet, and uncovering the root source of healing are directly connected to our spiritual search for happiness and wholeness. We explore both the practical and spiritual sides of how to best care for ourselves to prepare for spiritual transformation, as well as day-to-day health. What We Discuss:Ayurveda as a foundation for spiritual lifeThe Ayurvedic circadian rhythm, daily routines & surrendering to natureUnderstanding Plant-Based Diets & the impact on long-term health.Navigating Women’s hormonal healthThe Power of Self-Healing & tapping into ancient wisdom from within.Actions You Can Start Today:Follow the Ayurvedic energy clock for your daily routines.Nature on your Plate: Adopt a whole-food, plant-based diet.Center Yourself: Incorporate daily meditation and gratitude practices.Make Conscious Choices: Learn how to choose ethically sourced ghee and best plant-based dairy alternatives.Support Your Gut: Practice daily detox and digestion routines.Connect with Dimple:Website: Prana By DimpleIG: @dimplejangdaofficial @pranabydimple @gutstorywithdimpleYoutube: @GutstorywithDimpleJangdaAs a long-time vegan, I took so much inspiration from the myriad of reasons why a seeker is better off choosing a plant-based lifestyle, and I learned about so many health benefits I wasn’t even aware of.I promise this episode will give you plenty of food for thought on your own health and spiritual journey.In oneness,BobbiThanks for listening!💭 Support the Podcast: Head over to our Patreon Page to support the show and join our monthly satsangs.💭 Leave a Review: If you liked this episode, please leave a review! It really, really helps the show reach more people.💭 Share Your Takeaway: Tag me and share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories @bobbipaidel.💭 Join Me on Retreat: Yog Sadhana in Scandinavia, India, Sri Lanka. Learn more HERE.💭 Let’s Connect: If you’d like to chat about the show, inquire about being a guest, or practice together, let’s connect! 🙏♥️✨

“Sadhana is my life, basically. Whether it's studying or not studying or meditating or not meditating, but the intent is to maintain a sense of that Highest Awareness at all times.”Discover the profound journey and wisdom of friend and life-time meditator Ravi. Ravi is a 70 year old yogi who has dedicated 50 years to living and embodying the Highest Awareness under the guidance (and Grace) of his teacher, his guide, his ideal, his guru, Swami Shyam. In this episode, Ravi shares timeless insights on meditation, the nature of the Knower, and how sadhana transforms everyday life. In this path of self-realization and living that highest awareness, it’s conversations like these that keep me going. .Here’s some key takeaways:Ravi’s early spiritual questioning, venturing to northern India in the 70’s to meet his Guru Swami Shyam The importance of sadhana as a life-long, all-encompassing practice (50 years in!)A deeper understanding of the Highest Awareness and the role of meditationPractical insights on attending to the space between thoughts and the power of the Knower in meditationHow to navigate doubts, ego, and illusion on the spiritual pathThe legacy of Swamiji and the simplicity of true liberationAdvice to younger seekers and the importance of trust and dedicationVisit Swami Shyams Library of english books and scriptures HEREI really loved this satsang discussion, it gave me so much inspiration! It’s such a trip to hear stories of Western seekers making the trek to India in the 70’s. I feel in my soul I’m from that era. But these conversations strike me as important for us to adapt our sadhana and the timeless Knowledge for today’s world and keep our attention, always, on the highest. Remember, the journey is lifelong and continuous. Every moment offers an opportunity to recognize the Knower within. And, in Ravi’s words “The rest as they say is history—a far more enlightening one than I ever studied at University—the history of the Eternal Reality, Me!”In oneness, Bobbi Thanks for listening! 💭Support the podcast Patreon Page and join monthly satsangs 💭 If you liked this episode, please leave a review – 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 on Retreat in faraway places like India, Sri Lanka & Scandinavia Get on the waitlist HERE💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, be a guest, or practice together - Let’s connect! bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨

“Being truly conscious requires stepping back from compulsions and attachments - a change in the operating system. And sometimes we need a helping hand for that. We can’t do it alone, nor should we have to.” For me, the healing, the coming home, starts with shame. And is currently seeped in gratitude. In this solo episode, I share my personal story woven together with words from wise teachers and thinkers. Borrowed from the sages, saints and sponsors who have inspired my own inquiry into addiction, mental health and healing, I share my take aways from 6 years of sobriety. The intention in this honest, and unpolished episode is to share my hope, courage and strength for any other yogis or seekers out there struggling with addictions, compulsions and their own "stinking thinking". Let’s all remember Swamiji’s words; “God lives in the effort.” In this episode, I mention a few resources➖Yoga and the 12 Steps: www.y12sr.com ➖And check out this lit Season 1, Episode 25 with Nikki in season 1 HERE➖Gabor Mate’s book, “In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction” HEREAnd, connect below if you’d like to connect or reflect privately on this episode. Thanks for being here. 💭Support the podcast and join our monthly satsang 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 🙏♥️✨

Today I’m joined live in Sainj Valley, Himachal Pradesh, with a wonderful teacher, satsangee and great human being who I’m honoured to call my friend - Vijay Shyam. Check out season 1 episode 5 for the first conversation we had on the podcast, where Vijay shares his stories and insights and his meeting with Baba Vivekanand almost 40 years ago. As Vijay and I adventured for a few days in the Himalayas, we had a special meeting with this very same Baba before we recorded this episode. As we discuss what we’re experiencing and understanding in our own sadhana, highlighted by the teachings of our shared Guru, Babaji, and other enlightened beings, I’ve clipped in some of our talk with Babaji from his little room at the temple.Here are some of the major points we circle on: ➖08:55 Place everything at the feet of Guru ➖16:52 The world will keep pushing your buttons ➖18:01 How to be like the trees meditating ➖22:09 Grief of death and knowing unborn ➖34:30 We are the eternal Being, not beings➖42:35 Babaji and Zero-ness - just empty your thoughts ➖49:29 Burning karm and don’t interfere with nature➖55:42 Guidance is important - hold somebody’s hand to walk this road ➖61: 50 Surrender everything, even Sattwa or goodness➖1:08:10 Making any being less than God is a kind of violence Connect with Vijay Shyam at www.nondual.dk www.linktr.ee/vijayshyam108 This delightful and deep conversation focuses on egolessness, surrender, death and living a truly illuminated life of oneness by knowing all as God, or Guru. This truly celebrates the highest knowledge, great company and another successful season of A Curious Yogi Podcast. So sit back, relax, and come to the Himalayas with Vijay and me. I look forward to seeing you next season. In oneness, Bobbi Thanks for listening! 💭 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. 💭Never miss a new episode and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite platform. 💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories – just be sure to tag @bobbipaidel so we can connect 💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, offer feedback or be a guest, please get in touch. 💭 Want to go further into your understanding of yoga sadhana? Let’s share in the journey together at www.bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨

Swamiji's words ring true today; "Saadhaana, or practice, is only relevant when you as your source are united to the Whole, and that is called Yog." Today I share thoughts on the nature of the mind, resolutions or Sankalp, and how social media can keep us in conflict. I invite you to contemplate the following in your sadhana; ➖ How does your mind work? Why do you think, feel, act, and relate the way you do?➖ What might your life look like if your resolution was to simply know, accept and love yourself? ➖ What can you turn your attention towards that illuminates the perfection and wholeness of who you are beyond your personality? Let me know your resolutions and your reflections on where you're free and where you still have work to do. Thank you for being here, and sharing this path of sadhana together. Let's keep connected! in oneness, Bobbi Thanks for listening! 💭 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. 💭Never miss a new episode and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite platform. 💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories – just be sure to tag @bobbipaidel so we can connect 💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, offer feedback or be a guest, please get in touch. 💭 Want to go further into your understanding of yoga sadhana? Let’s share in the journey together at www.bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨

“There’s always someone looking for help, whether we notice it or not. I think that we don’t need to create a reality separate from the actual reality.”Such a meaningful conversation today with Tejal Patel, a first-generation Indian American yoga teacher, writer, podcaster, and community organizer. Tejal aims to educate and empower individuals and groups worldwide to practice yoga holistically and through a social justice equity lens.Touchpoints;➖ 14:10 Yoga is not a gift given to the world, it’s a relationship➖23:31 Cultural appropriation vs appreciation➖32:51 Social justice and yoga are intrinsically linked➖37:21 What to do with our discomfort?➖44:21 How you can take action and join larger collectives➖46:00 Lululemon’s negative climate impactTejal can be found organizing and teaching at the revolutionary Tejal Yoga online studio, a primarily South Asian teacher-led yoga community focused on social justice actions and authentic, culturally rooted spiritual practices: www.tejalyoga.comAlso mentioned in the episode is www.abcdyogi.com & www.yogaisdeadpodcast.comConnect with Tejal on IG: @tejalyogaThis discussion is filled with practical ways we can all begin to examine the inequalities in the communities and systems we’re a part of, along with many tangible pathways to taking action right now. Tejal's clarity, conviction and well-spoken wisdom will leave you with much to consider.In oneness,BobbiThanks for listening!💭 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.💭Never miss a new episode and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite platform.💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories – just be sure to tag @bobbipaidel so we can connect💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, offer feedback or be a guest, please get in touch.💭 Want to go further into your understanding of what it means to be both human and divine through yoga sadhana? Let’s share in the journey together at www.bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨

“I know it is possible to get through the darkest times. To overcome suffering. There is always an ember to ignite.”*Trigger warning: this episode mentions suicide. If you or someone you know is suffering from mental health and concerned with suicidal ideations, please know that help is available to you. Here are resources in Canada;Talksuicide.ca Suicideprevention.ca Wellnesstogether.ca Mentalhealthcommission.caToday I’m joined by teacher and friend Ryan Leier, a globally known Yoga ambassador, leader of One Yoga community, founder of the non-profit initiative “Vinyasa Yoga for the Youth” and devoted student of the Krishnamacharya lineage, of which he has studied extensively with many of the most revered teachers in the modern history of yoga. Mental health challenges have recently altered Ryan's life and practice. This intense period of darkness has ignited in him a renewed relationship and passion for sharing the profound healing power of yoga.In this heartfelt conversation, Ryan shares his struggles, triumphs, and deep wisdom learned through lived experience.We touch on sooo much, but here’s a few key points:➖ 11:09 How yoga can be a coping mechanism➖ 18:45 When your whole life becomes the practice➖ 25:49 There’s nothing to do but love each other➖ 35:08 Treating one's teachers as friends and students as equals➖ 48:22 Returning to the practice with 3 poses a day➖ 54:03 A tale by Rumi: The Lion TattooIn this episode, Ryan mentions a few of his teachers; Danny Paradise, Srivatsa Ramaswami, Father Joe Pereira, and the Patanjali Sutra translation by Barbara Miller titled ‘Yoga: a Discipline of Freedom’.Connect with Ryan and join the 40 days of Sadhana here: www.ryanleier.com/40-days or find him on IG: @ryanleierWith humility, grace and power, Ryan sweetly reminds us of how we can move forward from the most difficult times. Please listen, share and continue to spread awareness of mental health illness and how it affects all communities - yoga included.With love and oneness,BobbiThanks for listening, you beautiful soul!💭 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.💭Never miss a new episode and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite platform.💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories – just be sure to tag @bobbipaidel so we can connect💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, offer feedback or be a guest, please get in touch.💭 Want to go further into your understanding of what it means to be both human and divine though yoga sadhana? Let’s share in the journey together at www.bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨

“ Belonging is a deep acceptance as who you are where all parts of you are welcome as a result of the human experience.”This week’s guest is yogi, educator, leader and speaker Jess LeBlanc. She aims to inspire others to build a healthy connection and interaction between the mind and body – two equally important entities in the pursuit of true health. This is a beautifully insightful conversation around community, belonging, connection, and further more - the interconnectedness of us all.Special moments from the conversation:➖14:08 Community is key. “This work is not designed to be done in isolation.”➖18:33 A place for awareness and compassion➖20:18 Quick and dirty simple tools➖32:43 Everyone deserves a seat at the table➖40:22 Get off the internetFind tickets to Lucent Festival August 11-13 Cochrane, Alberta: www.embodiedliving.ca/lucent-festival IG @lucentfestivalConnect with Jess: www.jessleblanc.comJess is authentically living her life in the way that she teaches and leads. Her generosity of spirit shines through in this episode. I know you’ll take a little inspiration and wisdom for cultivating community and belonging in your own life.With love and oneness,BobbiThanks for listening, you beautiful soul!💭 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.💭Never miss a new episode and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite platform.💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories – just be sure to tag @bobbipaidel so we can connect💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, offer feedback or be a guest, please get in touch.💭 Want to go deep into your Sadhana in the idyllic setting of southern Nicaragua? Check out my upcoming September retreat www.bobbipaidel.com/retreat and come home to your highest Self! 🙏♥️✨