Meditating 12 Weeks Full-time in India - Ep95
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Overview:
In this episode, Ryan discusses a significant personal and professional transition: his upcoming three-month stay in an ashram in India for an immersive meditation experience. He reflects on the internal shifts that have led him to this decision, including his deepening commitment to personal growth and spirituality. Ryan shares insights from his journey of self-discovery and transformation, focusing on the importance of service, embodiment, and the power of meditation.
You will learn:
- The process of becoming a ‘Vedic’ meditation teacher
- Why I’ve shifted my aspirations towards spiritually aligned pursuits
- The benefits of meditation & mindfulness
- How to embrace slowness & contentment
- The importance of embodiment in teaching
- How to Integrate spirituality into your daily life
- Navigation strategies to deal with changes & transitions in life
- How serving others can lead to more happiness
Shownotes:
00:02 Introduction
07:10 Reflecting On The Last 6 Months
15:20 What’s Caused a Shift in My Goals?
22:35 Experience Vs Achievements
30:45 The Process to Become a Vedic Meditation Teacher
39:50 Preparing for the Ashram Stay in India
48:15 The Importance of Education & Service
56:30 The Benefits of Practising Meditation
References:
27:35 The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk (Book)
(https://www.amazon.com.au/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748)
36:20 The Mahabharata by Vyas (Book)
37:00 The Bhagavad Gita by Vyas (Book)
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