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A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelDive Deep: Why Yoga Is More Than Just A Physical Destination | Myra Khanna “Practicing yoga is not really something separate from me. It is happening all the time.” In this episode of a Curious Yogi Podcast, yoga teacher Myra Khanna shares her journey from Kathak dancer and scuba diving instructor to dedicated yoga practitioner and teacher. Drawing from studies with Bharath Shetty, Vinay Kumar, Vijay Kumar, Deepika Mehta, Mark Robberds, Eddie Stern, and ongoing training with Yoga Education College, Myra reflects on her evolution from a physically driven Ashtanga practice to a more holistic exploration of pranayama, meditation, and nervous system regulation.The conversation explores the commercialization of yoga...
2026-02-2353 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelYoga & The Menstrual Cycle: Rethinking Women’s Practice | Sheila Arnell"Women are not small men – we are cyclical beings." In this episode, the delightful Sheila Arnell shares her journey through yoga, emphasizing the importance of understanding women's health and the menstrual cycle in practice. She discusses her transition from a physically focused practice to a more spiritual and holistic approach, highlighting the significance of listening to the body and respecting its natural rhythms. Sheila also addresses the challenges women face in yoga, the need for inclusivity, and the importance of creating a supportive community. Epic highlights!: ➖Injuries and Their Impact on Practice➖U...
2026-02-121h 01
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelYoga Optimized: Why Yoga Is A Feeling, Not Just A Shape | Eoin Finn "Yoga is the drill, life is the game, chill is the skill." What happens when we stop trying to fit our bodies into "perfect" geometric boxes and start listening to the miracle of our own physiology? A total joy to be joined by Eoin Finn to discuss his revolutionary approach to movement, blending soulful science with Harvard-level anatomy, a lifetime of study and practice, and a deep reverence for nature and heart-centred philosophy.In this episode, we explore:➖ How letting go of the ego’s desire for "endpoints" leads us to a state of e...
2026-01-3050 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhy Practice Evolves & Truth Remains | Satsang with Jyoti "The truth is such an attractive pursuit."In this episode, I share an illuminating conversation with Jyoti, a devoted meditator who has spent decades exploring the depths of her sadhana. Our dialogue begins with Jyoti reflecting on her journey to India, where she found both her spiritual home and a deeper understanding of herself.She shares how her former life as a professional dancer—filled with intensity and chaos—ultimately led her toward yoga and meditation, and to the ashram where she met her teacher, Swami Shyam. From there, the conversation unfolds into a rich expl...
2026-01-231h 05
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelYoga Is Fundamentally A Spiritual Practice | Nicki Doane"Yoga is about spirit." In this episode, I sit down with a true "teacher’s teacher," Nicki Doane. Based in Maui at her Maya Yoga Studio, Nicki has been immersed in the sacred teachings of Yog since 1989. Having studied under legends like Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and B.K.S. Iyengar, she brings a rare depth of wisdom mixed with a lightheartedness that makes the profound feel accessible.We dive into her journey from the Grateful Dead scene to the feet of the masters in India, the birth of her unique approach (Maya Yoga), and wh...
2026-01-1059 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhy Your Intentions Actually Matter - According To Science | Philippe Goldin, PhD"The ultimate research laboratory is this mind, body, brain, heart."A privilege to introduce Philippe Goldin, PhD – Professor at UC Davis, mindfulness researcher, and a true bridge between science and spirituality.Join us for a delightful and mind-stretching conversation. Philippe’s path spans New York City, a deep study of Tibetan Buddhism across India, Nepal, and Tibet, and groundbreaking research in psychology and neuroscience. Today, we explore consciousness, meditation, ethics, intentionality, and how science and spirituality can inform and enhance each other.Philippe also shares his insights on interpersonal neurobiology, empathy, awakening, and how...
2025-12-2751 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelApplying Ancient Ayurveda To Modern Life, Stress & ADHD | Anette Christensen "It's never too late to make changes and reconnect with nature."In today's delightful conversation, I speak with a dear friend and colleague, Anette Christensen, a certified Ayurvedic health counsellor, therapist, and founder of Ayurvedic Center Malmö. We delve into the ancient practice of Ayurveda, exploring its principles, applications in modern life, and the importance of daily routines for maintaining balance. Anette highlights the significance of understanding one's dosha and the practical steps individuals can take to integrate Ayurvedic practices into their daily lives for improved well-being.Ayurveda and Yoga are sister philosophies a...
2025-12-1048 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelThe Guru Tradition: India's Spiritual Heritage | Aviva Robibo, PhD“Stay open with the wish to reach your highest potential.” A delight to share this week's conversation with Aviva Robibo or Abhaya, as I know her, to discuss the Guru in the yogi or sadhak's journey of learning and unfolding one's true self.Abhaya is a PhD scholar-practitioner who has devoted her life and work to the research and study of the Guru traditions of India and the sadhana and meditation that go along with it. We discuss her new book of the same name, we meditate, we sing, and it really feels like I’m brin...
2025-12-011h 05
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelFrom Sobriety to Spirituality | Alexandra McRobert "The goal is to advance to consciousness."In this episode, I chat with Alexandra McRobert - yoga teacher, writer, podcast host, and lifelong student of spiritual wisdom. She created Sober Yoga Girl as a sanctuary for seekers on the path of healing - those navigating recovery from addiction, trauma, and mental health challenges, or just the overwhelm of being human in this modern world.And she’s also a fellow Canadian (living abroad like me!). Alex shares her personal journey from Canada to teaching yoga abroad, her struggles with alcohol, and how sobriety transformed her li...
2025-11-0757 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel Retraining The Mind With Meditation, Satsang & Living Scriptures | Katharine Pincham “So when you experience that peace, it's because it's your nature. Your real nature is peaceful. It is blissful. It is contented.”Wow, this is an incredible episode from early in September, recorded for the Good Company livestream series with my brilliant friend Katharine from Unchanging Being. She is a longtime meditator and a deeply wise teacher. We talked about the Gita, the Gunas, retraining the mind, meditation, and satsang (and more). This is a conversation that bridges ancient wisdom with modern life. A classic, inspiring and educational talk that everyone will take something from, especially if you...
2025-10-291h 00
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelUnpacking Yoga's History With A Feminist Lens | Anjali Rao "Question everything."Today, I welcome Anjali Rao, a yoga teacher and author, to discuss her journey into yoga, the cultural and historical contexts of yoga, and the themes of gender and caste within the practice. We delve into the representation of women and gender-expansive folks in yoga history, the impact of caste on yoga practices, and the importance of diverse perspectives in understanding yoga's role in modern society. Anjali emphasizes the need for curiosity, critical thinking, and the ability to hold paradoxes in our understanding of yoga and its teachings.Key moments from our talk;
2025-10-1548 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel Being A Humble Student, Yoga Retreats & The Inner Life | Yarmila Alfonzetti "It's so scary to be nobody."In this episode, I’m talking with Yarmila Alfonzetti, one of Australia’s leading arts professionals, a mother, a wife, a friend, and, in the truest sense of the word, a curious yogi.Yarmila joins me with so much joy and openness to share her journey as a yogi. Together, we dive into themes of identity, ego, and what makes yoga retreats so special. She speaks about the gift of silence in practice, the experience of bliss, and how personal growth brings its own responsibilities. Along the way...
2025-09-251h 14
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelRemember Who You Truly Are | Good Company with Hirdaya “The greatest value of this kind of talk is that you have the right to choose that kind of company and be uplifted.” In today's episode of Good Company on a Curious Yogi, Hirdaya and I explore the significance of good company in spiritual growth, emphasizing the importance of Shravan (hearing), Manan (reflection), and Nidhidhyasan (application) in deepening one's practice. We discuss the challenges of modern life, the power of pause, and the necessity of authentic conversations for inner transformation. The dialogue highlights the need to choose uplifting thoughts and ultimately, Hirdaya reminds us of our...
2025-09-021h 05
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelFinding Freedom In Every Body with Adaptive Yoga | Rodrigo Souza "When you experience trauma, your spectrum of grief grows…on the other side of the spectrum, it has as much joy as you are able to experience as well."In this powerful episode, I chat with Rodrigo Souza of Allihopa Yoga - from his living room in Malmö, Sweden. Rodrigo is the coolest yogi I’ve ever met, and more importantly, he lives yoga in every sense of the word. We delve into the profound impact of yoga on trauma recovery and spinal cord injury (SCI) rehabilitation through his journey, illustrating how adaptive yoga can trans...
2025-07-221h 05
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOneness In Practice & Choosing Your Sadhana | Zach "Start with ‘I am free’. Then you can still work on yourself as you need to."Today, I’m happy to be sharing this delightful conversation with one of my favourite people, my dear friend Zach, a lifelong practitioner of sadhana who grew up in the Indian Himalayas at a meditation institute, in the company of an enlightened Guru. I waited a while to finally get Zach onto the show, as he is a true yogi, but one who spends his time privately. In this episode, we explore the profound journey of self-discovery and sadhana with i...
2025-07-091h 07
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelIllusion of Control | Good Company with Vijay Shyam Embracing the Paradox. Hi Curious Yogis,I’m here with my friend Vijay and fellow meditator, and I’m so excited to share the first rendition of a new podcast format I'm calling Good Company. It’s a part of The Curious Yogi Podcast, created to offer something a little different: spontaneous, live-streamed satsang that invites you, the community of listeners and Patreon members, into deeper connection and active participation.In this inaugural conversation, recorded live in Copenhagen, we dive straight into the heart of what it means to walk the spiritual path while...
2025-06-251h 10
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelPhilosophical Foundations Of Sankhya & Gyaan Yoga | Ram Jain "A Sankhya Yogi loses ego every day. A Scholar gains ego every day.” In this episode, I chat with Ram Jain — a fifth-generation yogi and founder of Arhanta Yoga, with ashrams in both India and the Netherlands. Ram’s journey began at a Vedic school at age 8, and his life has since been dedicated to teaching yoga as a path to self-realization and empowerment.We talk about his evolution from aspiring dancer to spiritual teacher, how yoga is perceived differently across cultures, and the deeper meaning behind practices like Sankhya and Gyan Yoga. Ram has a beau...
2025-06-0654 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel The Yogi's Way | Reema Datta “Consciousness is love, it is who I truly am.” Today I chat with celebrated yoga teacher and author Reema Datta who is on a mission to change that with her recent book The Yogi’s Way: Transform Your Mind, Health, and Reality, which offers a twelve-week self-guided course that empowers readers to break free from the destructive tendencies of their minds and experience lasting peace.Reema shares insights from her own sadhana and of course, her book, exploring the profound influence of family on her spiritual journey, the importance of inner peace, and the foundations of yog...
2025-05-231h 08
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelPatanjali - The Meditators Guide | Deep Priya "The only important thing is peace, and peace is your true nature.”In this enlightening episode, I’m talking to a friend and master yogini, Deep Priya, who has been teaching Patanjali Yog Sutras since 1986. Deep Priya shares her profound journey through yoga, dance, and meditation, exploring the interconnectedness of these practices.The conversation delves into the essence of the witness self, the nature of the mind, and the path to liberation through meditation and self-awareness.Deep Priya explores and emphasizes the importance of being present in the moment, understanding the nature of thou...
2025-05-081h 14
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel You Have Always Been Pure Awareness | Dikpal “Be curious about the right stuff. Who are you really? Ask yourself, what’s the truth that never changes its truthfulness?” Today I’m joined by a real modern-day yogi and meditator live from the Himalayas. Mr. Richard Taylor became Dikpal when he met Swami Shyam in 1973. He’s been meditating ever since, and in this delightful and illuminating conversation, Dikpal shares his wisdom from living and studying with a Self-realized teacher for 50 years and coming to understand the purpose of this human life.We touch on a lot here, but here are just a few...
2025-04-221h 09
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelA Curious Yogi Season 3 Finale | Knowledge For All Times Curious Yogis! Wow! Such a treat to compile these key moments and threads of knowledge that have been woven throughout the past season of a Curious Yogi Podcast.Today I give my thoughts on everything picked up in the past season and share my reflections on the endlessly inspiring topics to support our continual unfoldment in sadhana.Enjoy special moments of wisdom shared by Daniel Simpson, Stewart Gilchrist, Sheena Sood, Acharya Shunya, Magnust Fridh, Prasad Rangnekar, Mayank, Lars Ims and Shaarda. Let me know what your thoughts have been for season 3!
2025-02-0559 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelThere Are No Yoga Hacks To Refine Your Mind | Prasad Rangnekar “Be patient with your spiritual journey. I believe that when you stop looking at spirituality as one more project to fuel one’s ego it finds its own pace. Natural, effortless growth happens.” Another great, illuminating conversation with the ever generous, one and only Prasad Rangnekar. You may know him from his popular Instagram account with his 30 years of teaching and mentoring wisdom under his belt that he delivers in digestible, relatable nuggets. Today my intention was to “get deep” with Prasad and we definitely hit that for all you spiritually curious seekers out there. We discuss...
2025-01-1556 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelSadhana As The Basis | Satsang with Tripti “Freedom is a state of needlessness and acceptance.” Today I share in a heartfelt discussion on the oneness that sadhana unfolds and the unending polarities of life, beginning with celebration and despair. My dear friend Truus Breukers (Tripti) is a registered nurse, holds a master's in child psychology, and is a children’s book author living between Northern India and the Netherlands in a “dynamic exchange”. She is a creator, a hiker, a wife, a friend, a generously giving spirit and she is a sadhak. In our satsang, we discuss experience on “two tracks”, how...
2024-11-1557 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelPractical Vedanta & Why You Need A Teacher | Swami Svatmananda “Not California oneness. Real oneness is where everything is inclusive.”Swami Svatmananda is a rare scholar who has delighted audiences worldwide with his lectures on various Vedic knowledge. His rare combination of innate skills, broad life experience and dedicated scriptural study translates into a uniquely comprehensive approach to teaching and applying ancient wisdom in modern times. Swami Svatmananda’s teaching style makes the elusive ancient wisdom accessible to all who earnestly seek it.In our talk together we discuss studying the Vedas practically, how essential is the teacher, having time for contemplation, ending suffering and so muc...
2024-10-271h 04
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelThe Art of Stillness in a Noisy World | Magnus Fridh “Buddhists always consider new people as friends. Not the other way around, we should see each other as friends. It makes the world a better place.” In this episode, I’m talking to Magnus Fridh, a teacher of yoga, mindfulness, and meditation. Magnus is also one of the founders of The Mindfulness App. His latest book, “The Art of Stillness in a Noisy World” (Hardie Grant), is about how to find tranquillity and peace in everyday life. Magnus started meditating in his teens and immersed himself in the subject through Tibetan Buddhism and university studies in Indolog...
2024-10-151h 02
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelUnexpected Findings in the Himalayas & Why I'm Inviting You to Join Me There In this short episode, I share my personal story of how Himachal Pradesh, India shifted my belief and mindset to one that is rooted in freedom, service and sadhana. And I let you in on why I decided to do something as crazy as hosting a retreat there and of course, invite you to join me for an incredible journey in this lesser-explored area of Northern India in March 2025. Come explore the magic! ✨ Visit www.bobbipaidel.com/himalayan-retreat to download the info guide. ✨ Hit me up at yoga@bobbipaidel.com if you're curious and...
2024-10-1011 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelYoga Weaponization or Liberatory Potential For All? | Sheena Sood PhD “What are the ethical implications of yoga being used by these racially oppressive, colonial forces and being used to help people who are agents of that oppression feel better and decompress and destress?”I am honoured to introduce you to this week's guest, Sheena Sood, PhD, an Assistant Professor of Sociology, activist, yoga practitioner, and healing justice visionary. Sheena is on the editorial board of Race & Yoga Journal; is a co-founder of Yogis for Palestine - and the founder of Yoga Warrior Tales. Her research is focused on what she calls Omwashing; the weaponization of yoga by far...
2024-09-251h 06
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelThe Resting Place Is Within You | Arohini Narain “The communion of spiritual life and worldly life. Only if you understand your spiritual life, can actually live your worldly life quite beautifully.”A special guest and inspiration today is the one and only Arohini Narain, Chief HR and Strategy officer from Lucknow, India. But more than a successful businesswoman, Ruhi is a satsangee first and foremost. In this episode Arohini shares the wisdom of her spiritual master who has guided her through her successes and challenges in life. She speaks with clarity and conviction in the teachings and shares the resting places shes’ cultivated within...
2024-09-121h 02
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelFreedom from Addiction with Honesty & Yoga | Richard and Line “We have both always been searching for something that gave us purpose and meaning, to fill that whole and guidelines to live after.”Raw. Real. Totally Joyful. Richard Grønlie and Line Sortehaug made a huge impression when I met them earlier this year. They are a Norwegian married couple with three kids, they are yoga teachers, and they are addicts.Their story is one of transformation and redemption. They share their views on life, yoga, recovery and how to handle the ups and downs that will inevitably come our way. Richard and Line...
2024-08-271h 04
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelSadhana, Sobriety, & the Steps | A Curious Yogi “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...
2024-08-1242 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelGo through Life With The Perspective of Self | Satsang with Mayank “Take that 7 minutes (meditation) a day. And nurture it like a little seedling and watch how it grows into the beautiful plant of oneness and watch how it oozes out into your life.” This week's guest is Mayank in New Zealand, he is first and foremost a yogi and meditator. He teaches Somatics, Restorative Movement & QiGong at the Wisdom of Meditation Centre in Te Horo, New Zealand. Mayank and I discuss his story of growing up in a religious home and talk about the expanded meaning of the “G” word (GOD!). Mayank graciously shares his lifetime...
2024-08-021h 03
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelYoga - Anticolonial Philosophy | Dr. Shyam Ranganathan “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-certificationFind his most recent book Yoga - Anticolonial Philosophy HERE I’m look...
2024-07-1758 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelExpanded Gratitude & The Real Yoga | R. Alexander Medin “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 addict...
2024-07-091h 03
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelNever Make Yourself Unhappy | Satsang with Shaarda "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...
2024-06-251h 06
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelHealthcare, Seva, Charity & The Worth of Every Living Being | Satsang with Simon Jalonen 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 ou...
2024-06-091h 03
Go for your life.Episode 97 Stay on TREK, raising funds and awareness with Bobbi PaidelEpisode 97: Bobbi Paidel/ POSITIVE LAMB FOUNDATION and a Curious Yogi Podcast "Innner contentment unfolds supreme happiness" In this episode (which we recorded in February this year) my dear friend and fellow yogini Bobbi Paidel and i are talking about all things yoga, being curious, our love for India, living in ashrams, our teacher Stewart Gilchrist, SIMPLICITY AND CONTENTMENT, being less busy, redirecting language and the many transformations/incarnations Bobbi has been through, like depression and addiction and her sobriety journey. We also speak about Bobbi's foundation: POSITIVE LAMB and all the good work she is do...
2024-05-311h 00
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn Guru, Knowledge, Meditation & Pure Space | Alka Srivastava “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...
2024-05-291h 04
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelHinduism, The Eternal Truth & What Yoga Is Not | Stewart Gilchrist “If you get rid of what you’re not you suss out what you are. Whatever you’re left with is you. And it’s the same with meditation.”Another mind-stretching conversation with teacher and spiritual friend Stewart Gilchrist. We recorded this in Rishikesh during Stew's retreat and it is such a joy and privilege to share it with you.We cover a lot of terrain in this packed episode. Here’s a peek:➖ Hinduism and Hindutvas➖Santana Dharma or the Eternal Truth and understanding the ancient aspects of yoga➖Why people do...
2024-05-081h 14
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel Inner Expansiveness As A Tool To Move Through The World | Satsang with Anandi Brownstein"It's the daily practice of meditation without expectation. It's not a wish-fulfilling cow that if you meditate you'll have a great day. It's the practice of placing the identification on that meditation state as who you are."A loaded, joyful episode filled with satsang and conversation with my dear friend and fellow yogi Anandi Brownstein - a cinematographer and documentary director who shares her lived wisdom with us from a lifetime of meditating and growing up in the Himalayas of India.We surf on some profound concepts and share each of our unique perspectives. Nandi...
2024-05-011h 07
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelHow To Live Your Sovereignty, Power & Peace Through The Wisdom Of The Vedas | Acharya Shunya“The empowered person is a role model to all beings.”This week's guest - is the trailblazing Vedic spiritual teacher Acharya Shunya. With brilliance, generosity and grace, Shunya shares her stories and the Vedic teachings in a totally approachable way. She leaves us with much to take away and apply in a practical yet profound way.Thanks for listening!💭 Find the full show notes at bobbipaidel.com/podcast-s3-ep2-acharya-shunya💭Support the podcast and join monthly satsangs at patreon.com/acuriousyogi💭 If you liked this episode, please leave a review...
2024-04-1559 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelThe Dimension Of Pure Love | A Curious Yogi Kirtan A very special episode recorded live from my living room with some of my best friends and fellow yogis. Join us in the light hearted space of kirtan which is “the dimension of pure love.”Thanks for listening!💭 Find the full show notes at bobbipaidel.com/podcast-s3-ep1💭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 Instag...
2024-04-0943 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelSEASON 3 Coming soon....Namaste from India, Curious Yogis!I’ll be back with new episodes and illuminating conversations every other week beginning April 12th.Join my Patreon page for early access and perks: patreon.com/acuriousyogipodcast/postsAnd if you're looking for Sadhana support right now, come practice with me!Classes running Fridays and Tuesdays at bobbipaidel.com/yoga-scheduleSee you soon, sweet friends, and stay curious. ❤️in oneness, Bobbi
2024-03-1702 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhat does it mean to surrender the ego to Guru or God? | SEASON 2 FINALE with Vijay ShyamToday 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 sa...
2024-02-011h 33
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelHow does a yogi live spiritually & serve selflessly in a modern world? | Krishna Chaitanya “Nothing can teach us more about yoga than being in the presence of a yogi.”Today’s guest is the founder and director of AyurYoga Eco-Ashram Krishna Chaitanya. Having lived and studied in ashrams, seeking the wisdom of Guru's for 12 years, he has been trying to understand what it means to be spiritual from a realistic standpoint and made it his mission to unlearn everything he learned over the years.In this enlightening conversation, Krish shares his vision of living and studying yoga and spirituality. Here are some of the highlights:➖08:45 The highest gift is...
2024-01-251h 15
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhat does the Avadhoot Gita reveal about the state of Bliss? | Seegla Vistar Brecher “Life as the unfoldment of bliss through the journey of self enquiry - this was the only thing that made sense to me.”Today’s brilliant conversation is a peek into the lesser-known and profound Avadhoot Gita with a very special yogi, author, musician and teacher, Seegla Vistar Brecher. The Avadhoot Gita of Dattatraya: Song of the Unborn is a deep, meditative exploration of a 9th-century Advaita Vedanta text. Vistar offers her unique vision and interpretation of the Avadhoot and reveals the essence behind our collective, universal journey.We touch on so much! But here are a...
2024-01-181h 11
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel How Can You Embrace & Navigate The Profound Spiritual System of Yoga? | Prasad Rangnekar “Patience, finding your teacher, and a community, a community that is led by a higher goal, led by purpose, by empathy, togetherness - will help you.”In this episode, I talk to the ever-fresh and brilliant Prasad Rangnekar. Humble and humorous with a way of connecting the listener to the underlying essence of yoga is, with total clarity, Prasad has been teaching and living those teachings of yoga as a scientific system of spirituality for nearly 30 years.Today, he gives us a broader context to consider when arriving at the practices and study of yoga, as w...
2024-01-061h 00
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhat is the ultimate resolution you can never fail at? 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 your...
2023-12-3125 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelAre you ready to be inspired to meditate? Put your attention here. | Satsang with Sundaram “There’s no peace until we truly know ourselves; until we know the unchanging being.”It is a total delight to share the Satsang space with friend, seeker, creator and teacher Sundaram. Originally from Poland, Sundaram has been studying and sharing Advait Vedant (non-dualism) teachings for 15 years. Today, we get into his story, along with the ancient wisdom from stories in Indian scriptures, how to find peace through meditation and satsang, plus so much more!Some of our highlight moments:➖19:39 Where we put our attention is everything➖26:00 The choice we’re all facing a...
2023-12-2959 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelThe ultimate question of Self-inquiry is 'Who am I'? | Devon Pipars “Bring all your attention to the nature of your “I.” Study it, examine it, become doubtless.”In this episode, I’m talking to my dear friend Devon Pipars, a masterful meditator & teacher with years of experience exploring our topic today of self-inquiry. We share our thoughts and experiences of arriving at a place of wholeness through inquiring deeper through mediation.Here’s what we discuss:➖07:56 The big question we ask ourselves is, “Why am I here?”➖18:07 Divine disillusionment➖20:40 Who am I as the Self, not as the person?➖27:24 How to unlear...
2023-12-171h 09
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhat is the way to cultivate balance in your life? | Ira Trivedi This weeks guest is the one and only Ira Trivedi. She shares a little insight into her journey of growing up in a yoga family to travelling the world in private jets to arriving in the yoga space on her own terms.Here’s a few gems we pack into the conversation;➖04:50 Shunning rituals and rediscovering yoga➖11:10 Ira’s quest from material success to a deeper purpose➖16:05 Finding teachers in books➖16:19 We are our own best Gurus➖19:07 As a yogi searching, sometimes you will get lost➖22:40 Yoga...
2023-12-1137 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhat are 5 non-yoga habits to help you skyrocket your practice? How can your life get better with yoga, or how can your yoga get better with your lifestyle?Today, I touch on 5 non-yoga habits that have skyrocketed my practice and give you some insight into how they might look in your life.Check out all the shoutouts I mentioned in the episode: ➖ 10-week sadhana and satsang meetup beginning December 5th. Join here: momence.com/s/97481981➖ Book: Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker➖ If you're inspired to support World AIDS Day please visit: tribeoflambs.com/donate/world-aids-day/ ➖ Podcast Episode...
2023-11-2334 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelHow do we move toward honouring the beauty, integrity & validity of every person on the planet? | Ned Rosch “If we can begin to see that there is a power and deep soul connection to that concept which really rings true in all of our hearts at some level, if we clear away or dust away that baggage that gets in way of that reality that we want freedom. All of us. Spiritual and political. And the only way to get there is justice and equality for all peoples.”This weeks episode is an important one as I share in deep conversation withNed Rosch a certified yoga teacher and social justice activist based out...
2023-11-151h 10
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelHow are yoga, psilocybin & vipassana all doorways to awakening? | Virginia Edmond-Kent “The most profound experiences we can have, or developments we can have, are from visiting our meditation practice regularly.”Today, I sit down with skilled teacher and sweet soul Virginia Edmond-Kent, whom I met on Lake Atitlan in 2020. Virginia has dedicated a decade to practicing and sharing the transformative power of yoga. She believes in the synergistic potential of combining plant medicine with yoga to heal trauma and promote personal growth. Her teachings encourage free thinking and transcendence of our current reality, empowering students to explore their inner landscapes and expand their consciousness.We get into...
2023-11-1057 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelHow to play the long game with yoga & social justice? | Tejal Patel “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 int...
2023-10-3053 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhat is the treasure we all wish to have? | Kevin Hewitt “You’re Free! Freedom has nothing to do with being free or not free, freedom, in this sense, is the essence, the fabric, the substrata, the fibre of everything. Freedom alone is.” Today I share an elevated and joyful conversation with Kevin Hewitt. Master meditator, teacher and friend, Kevin has been living and teaching the principles of meditation for over 40 years. We dive into the connection of life, the big questions many of us curious yogis ask, and how to get beyond the fear of death we all share. He even offers us the chance to put what h...
2023-10-1158 min
J. Brown Yoga TalksBobbi Paidel - "Guru Relationships and Timeless Wisdom"You are listening to the free version of J. Brown Yoga Talks. To hear the rest of our conversation, please subscribe to podcast premium at: https://www.jbrownyoga.com/premium. Bobbi Paidel, founder of Tribe of Lambs and host of A Curious Yogi Podcast, talks with J about having a guru and what it means to live the principles of yoga. They discuss how a cattle ranchers daughter ends up becoming part of a spiritual community in India rooted in Vedic knowledge, keeping ourselves safe and surviving in this world, the role of asana, feeling f...
2023-10-0244 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelHow to overcome the darkest times? | Ryan Leier “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” a...
2023-10-011h 03
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhat is the true essence of the Bhagavad Gita? | Shelley Astrof “Surrender all that changes to your higher Self, then you will always be guided and know how to live your life. And that is your victory you will achieve in your lifetime.” This weeks guest, Shelley Astrof is a master of meditation, educator, author and self proclaimed peace pioneer - love that! Today we explore the Bhagavad Gita and Shelley’s extraordinary vision of how we can take the profound teachings on life and spirituality into our modern day lives. We really go deep into how meditation can transform our lives (especially from a young age...
2023-08-221h 01
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhat can the Buddha teach you about suffering, joy & purpose? | Keith Robinson“Spirituality exists in daily life. In the bowl of oatmeal, in the cup of tea.”Today I’m joined by author, sommelier, and practicing Buddhist Keith Robinson. Since childhood, Crohn’s disease has been his life-long nemesis, companion, and teacher. Over his lifetime, Crohn’s brought him to the brink of death many times. Keith began to practice and study Nichiren Buddhist teachings at the age of 13.This conversation is inspired by Keith’s recent memoir The Buddha in our Bellies, spanning continents and centuries in stories of identity and belonging — we ask ourselves where do we fit?...
2023-07-2949 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelHow can you live to be extraordinarily blissed & peaceful at 90 years old? | Madhuri Santanam Sondhi “If you meditate and you become calm and are at peace with the world, then you can arrive at an answer to the problem that is worrying you.”Today's enlightening conversation with Philosopher Madhuri Santanam Sondhi is a total privilege. At nearly 90 years old, she’s lived an extraordinary life. Madhuri has spent her life as a devoted wife to a celebrated politician, a mother to two children and also an Independent Research Scholar. She has a Masters in Philosophy from the University of Edinburgh and diplomas from the Universities of Oxford and London. She is also a Seni...
2023-07-0856 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhat is the true value of community & belonging? | Jess LeBlanc “ 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...
2023-06-3056 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelSadhana and Yoga Retreat: Will you join me in Nicaragua? This is a special interlude from the regular podcast programming to extend my most heartfelt invitation to you to join me at the upcoming sadhana and yoga retreat held in our jungle beachfront home in San Juan Del Sur Nicaragua. An all-inclusive week of yoga, meditation and self-care starting September 16th, 2023. Retreat info: bobbipaidel.com/retreat Retreat registration: bobbipaidel.com/retreat-sign-upYou will leave this week feeling inspired to step deeper into your natural force, reconnect to your highest self and create the space to be able to show up with a little more freedom and joy in your day-to-day life.
2023-06-2207 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhere do pran & qi open the door to the Source of who you are? | Noah Heney "Our yoga and pranayam practice clears the clouds so I keep going; the sun is who I am, the space is who I am, that love is who I am."This week's seeker of freedom is again my dear friend and a great teacher Noah Heney. Noah was on the show in season one, episode 6, where he shared his brilliant story of transforming his life from one of self-destruction to one of freedom & bliss.In this episode, we dive into the subtle yet powerful neutrality of breath, praan and qi and how we can utilize...
2023-06-2059 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel What is Sadhana? | A Curious YogiStudents often question is sadhana different from a daily yoga or asana practice, and the answer is YES! It's so much deeper and brings so much more lit and clarity to life. In this weeks solo episode I explore: ➖what is sadhana➖who is sadhana for➖what sadhana unfolds➖and how to "do it" (or not) If you're ready for a focused study of sadhana join my upcoming virtual group for living yoga and cultivating sadhana: bobbipaidel.com/yoga-schedule Or better yet, join us for the Sadh...
2023-06-0221 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelHow to attune with your authentic Self through the medicine of Naad? | Gurnimit Singh “When we’re distracted and not in tune with our authentic selves we don’t hear sound and magic around us. Let’s come back home and remember there’s this beautiful side of you.”Gurnimit Singh is a 3rd generation kirtan singer from Chandigarh India who determined to share his lineage teachings and help practitioners evolve into their authentic selves through Bhakti Yog. He began his intense study of tabla, vocals, harmonium and kirtan at the age of 8. As a south asian LGBTQI, Gurnimit inspires others with his profound and accessible wisdom cultivated after healing his own trauma a...
2023-05-291h 12
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhat is the purpose of life & why aren't you living it? | Jesse Stirling What an entertaining and delightful conversation with Jesse Stirling, a broadcast Executive, Television Host,Journalist, Writer Meditation Teacher & Family Man.20 plus years of hosting the NTV television show “Meetings with Remarkable People”, along with growing up in a spiritual family with an Indian Guru, has illuminated Jesse’s deep capacity to share all the wisdom he’s learned in his life.We pack SO much into this episode. Here’s a few high points:➖14:01 Change your life with meditation➖17:45 Create time every day to make the Divine your best friend➖19:15 How t...
2023-05-1957 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWhatever life brings you can you take it with joy? | Rohini Manohar “Do your sadhana. On the days you like it, on the days you don’t. It is essential. It’s like that boat that brings you across the ocean.”Today’s guest is a true spark of delight and wisdom all packed into one. Rohini Manohar describes her quest for joy as one that began with curiosity and winded up bringing her into a lifelong love affair with yoga. She shares palatable and memorable stories with us, along with many points of reflection to contemplate on the mat and in our lives.We talk about soooo much...
2023-05-0454 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelWho is the One meditating? | Sinja Anna Baumann “It’s an infinite well of Love waiting for us inside ourselves, just ever ready for us to put our attention there and turn towards it and recognize it for the treasure that it is.”In this episode, I’m sitting together in India with one of my favourite satsangees and devotees Sinja Anna Baumann. We go deep into self-inquiry and explore what meditation is. Sinja generously offers a guided meditation and a song to support our examination of the Self.Here’s what we discuss:07:41 ➖Quoting the Avdhoot Gita18:37 ➖How meditation rev...
2023-04-1758 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelHow to live by example & go beyond the fear of death? | Stewart Gilchrist“The only way you can instill it in other people is by example”In this first episode back I’m talking to teacher and friend Stewart Gilchrist who is a radical traditionalist truly living what he speaks as a yogi, an activist, a student and a teacher. Stew takes the conversation from conceptual knowledge to lived experience of just how vast and ancient this human experience is - especially with yoga as a guiding lens.Some key points we touch on:06:30 ➖Ethics, morals and veganism23:00 ➖Your sadhana as a living example28:54...
2023-04-101h 13
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelA Curious Yogi | Season Two Teaser! What is Self-inquiry? Join me for season 2 coming in April 2023! This season Self-inquiry will inspire my talks with wise teachers, sincere yogis and other spiritual seekers as our search for truth, knowledge, and freedom earnestly continues...I invite you to share your deep questions with me via social media or better yet, email to yoga@bobbipaidel.comWith love and oneness,BobbiThanks for listening, you beautiful soul!💭Never miss a new episode and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favorite platform.💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories – just be...
2023-03-0502 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelA Curious Yogi | 10 Timeless Teachings Part 2 Talk about going out with a bang. Some real bangers of gyaan (knowledge) in this season wrap up with the final 5 timeless teachings. This half of the teachings are so instrumental and practical that anyone can take something away to chew on with a smile. Here’s the final 5 first teachings and conversations highlighted: ➖ Go towards Truth (with curiosity): Shikhaa Episode 12➖ It comes from within: Hali Schwartz Episode 22➖ Importance of a Teacher: Malina Dawn Episode 20 ➖ Good company & taking care of one another: Shivnaut Episode 11, Kaare Vijay Shyam Episode 5, Karo Tak Episod...
2023-01-0150 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelA Curious Yogi | 10 Timeless Teachings Part 1 We did it! Season 1 wraps up as I weave together the common themes and threads of wisdom which came up again and again during these conversations. A lot to contemplate and sit with here so I invite you to listen, pause and re-listen as we can all dig deeper into our human experience of the Divine.Here’s the 5 first teachings and conversations highlighted:➖ Acceptance for Integration of your Whole Self: Devon Pipars Episode 4, Nikki Myers Episode 25➖ Commit to the Practice, Find your Path: Gadi & Alisa Episode 15➖ Prioritize Stillness & Silence: Joshna Ramakris...
2023-01-0139 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel On the Dis-ease of the Lost Self | Nikki Myers“We’re all addicted to the way we process reality.” In this episode I’m talking to Nikki Myers, an accomplished speaker, teacher, practitioner and founder of Y12SR: The Yoga of 12 Step Recovery. More than all else, Nikki is passionate and committed to the deepest levels of health and healing for all. Today we touch on many wonderful points for practice and reflection in our journey to remembering our wholeness. Nikki’s wisdom and accessible teachings can be of benefit to anyone, in recovery or not, on the yogic path or not. Here’s wha...
2022-12-201h 10
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn Silence, Stillness & Sitting in the Experience of True Yoga | Joshna Ramakrishnan “If you want to live yoga, go into silence for a few days. That is where you’ll live yoga. Not in your asanas or in your sutras.” This week I’m joined by the brilliant mind and heart of Joshna Ramakrishnan, a yoga teacher, student, entrepreneur and overall inspiring, humble human being. Here’s what we discuss in today's conversation: ➖ The spiritual power of Pranayam➖ Two paths of body and mind where we all get bound in suffering➖Compassionate love between Guru and Student➖Vipassana and how not to get cau...
2022-12-1359 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn 4 Ways to Know Peace through Ahimsa | A Curious YogiOk you want to live in peace? Me too! Today I touch on the first golden principle of the yamas - ahimsa or non-harming. Plus 4 practical ways to start observing ahimsa in action in your own life. Here’s what I go over: ➖The basis of ahimsa in theory and natural violence in the world ➖Importance of being established in the Source of all➖Conscious Consumerism as a non-perfect means of ahimsa➖Veganism plus sobriety to honor your body, and promote peace for animals and Mother Earth➖Forget doing...
2022-12-0731 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn Spirituality & Humanity as One without a Second | Hali Schwartz “To crack the code to the safe of the most infinite riches of all which is knowing who you are in Truth” This week I’m joined by Hali Schwartz, a teacher’s teacher who has been immersed in the yoga world since childhood. Hali enlightens us with her incredible power to convey the deep teachings of yoga in ways that are relatable and digestible. We touch on: ➖Spirituality & Humanity ➖Bhagavad Gita & definition of Karm Yog ➖What Mantra really means ➖Equilateral triangle of Sadhana ➖How all yogas are Yog
2022-11-2955 min
On and Off Your Mat Yoga PodcastSeva, or the Yoga of Selfless Service, with Bobbi PaidelIf you are a yogi, you are probably on the path of self-realization. There are many pieces to that puzzle, and service is a very important one. My guest today, Bobbi Paidel, is a yoga teacher, practitioner, and seeker with more than 18 years of deep studies in contemplation of the human experience. Bobbi has devoted her life to living and sharing the spiritual principles of yoga and oneness. She joins me for a discussion on Seva Yoga and why service is so important. We even talk about concrete actions you can take today to start making...
2022-11-2834 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn Owning Your Own Time & the Doorway to Freedom | Mahabir “I’ve meditated for 5 decades and I don’t think of myself as a spiritual person.” This week I explore the edges of consciousness with wise thinker and thoughtful meditator Mahabir. I’m totally serious when I say we unpack a LOT - touching on: ➖ Getting control over your own time➖ Being financially independent➖ What happens in meditation and the nature of unchanging awareness ➖ Sankalp and Vikalp as written in the scriptures ➖ The loop of uncertainty and minds need for clarity ➖ Filter failure vs info...
2022-11-221h 04
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn Remembering Spirit & Living Sadhana | Indigenous Yogi Malina Dawn “The Teachings are for all of us. We are all children of this Earth.” This special conversation with Malina Dawn otherwise known as the Indigenous Yogi illuminated the similarities, the differences & nuances of Indigenous Ways & Yogic Ways. Malina generously shares her life experiences, spiritual practices & insight into the ways in which she lives a spiritually connected life. We touch on so much in this episode: ➖ Malina’s inner beckoning to reclaim her culture & meeting her Elder ➖ Yoga as rooted in indigenours ways & connection with the lands➖ Importance of a Teacher or E...
2022-11-081h 13
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn Love, Oneness & True Independence | Dr. Petra Sdrinko “I’m beginning to grasp that even though I’ve done this work for 30 years there is so much more to discover.”Today my friend Dr. Petra Sdrinko reminds us to always stay true to our real questions. She’s freed herself of any romantic idea about relationships, life and the world in general. She now lives in India and enjoys keeping the legacy of her Guru alive and accessible for all those deserving souls who are yet to meet THE Guru…and this is my favorite bit while doing as little as possible.➖ Looking for the answer...
2022-10-311h 03
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn What Really Makes You Suffer & 3 Paths to Be Free of It | A Curious Yogi Today I touch on the pathways of Kriya Yog as a way to take action in your healing journey. Three very simple principles anyone can adopt at any point in your spiritual life as timelessly outlined by the sage Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras. Here’s what I go over: ➖ How habits develop naturally when you live a spiritual life➖3 pathways of Tapas/effort, Swadhyay/Self-Awareness & Ishavari Pranidhan/Surrender ➖5 Kleshas or pain points that make you suffer ➖Where to begin transforming your suffering ➖Sign up for my upcoming wor...
2022-10-2440 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel On The Arch of a Spiritual Life | Peter Elmas “When you’re on the path and doing the work, things come”In this episode I’m talking to Peter Elmas who’s been walking the path of Yoga for 20 years. Peter shares stories from his spiritual life and the wisdom which he lives and teaches. Some highlights of this conversation: ➖The student that takes to the practice like gunpowder & quitting smoking after one class➖Travels to India & the immersion of traditional yoga➖Ram Dass’s story & the auspicious meeting on Guru Poornima ➖Living Yoga Training & One Yoga North Van
2022-10-141h 11
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn Yoga as a Process, not merely a Pursuit | Prasad Rangnekar “The more simple I keep it in my head, the more grounded I stay. This is important. To still be rooted no matter how high I fly in my silences”How does one integrate the many paths of yoga and keep simple, humble and grateful? In this episode I’m talking to Prasad Rangnekar about so many brilliant topics to inspire our sadhana and our life.Today's conversation topics include:➖ Critical reflections as the beginning of a holistic approach & yogic lifestyle➖ There is something more than the obvious - the invisible hand of Go...
2022-10-0559 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn Partnership in Freedom | Good Company: Gadi & Alisa Karmi “ I don't think we would have been able to weather so many difficulties that came toward us if we hadn't had that steadiness of meditation in our lives.” This special episode of Good Company is one that is dear to my heart! Gadi and Alisa (or Gangadhar and Shakti Priya) are dear friends of mine who I have had the delight of getting to know over my many trips to India. I asked Gadi and Alisa on the show to share in conversation about their experience and wisdom of what it means to co-exist in spiritual life and...
2022-09-2756 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn Yoga in a Post-Pandemic World | Farah Nazarali “Yoga is so much more than a physical practice it really is a tool for consciousness and a tool for transformation. It’s probably one of the most profound technologies we have as human beings. “In this episode I’m talking to the wonderful Farah Nazarali. We have a brief conversation about the need for meaningful connection in today’s yoga communities and finding the connection to Love as the basis for all that we do.We touch on:➖ Lived compassion and spiritual practice for all times➖Power of prayer, ashram and community...
2022-09-1844 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel On The Rebel Yogi's Spiritual Gap Year | Karo Tak“Be a rebel, be a wild child. Don’t go with the masses, just be who you truly are. It isn’t always going to be easy but just do it fearlessly”In this episode I’m talking to Karo Tak, a truly unique and rebellious soul who lives yoga daily through her teaching, animal activism, vegan cooking and most recently - her spiritual gap year. Based in Amsterdam, studying in London, Karo is redefining what it means to be a yogi.Today we touch on:➖ Karo’s journey from Sea Shepherd vegan activist to Ji...
2022-09-091h 04
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelShikhaa | On Non-dualism & Why Satsang is Essential | S1 Ep12“One is to become an unprejudiced observer, a yogi. One is to open up the inner observation which is not able to be confined to any description other than it is pure light, pure consciousness, pure life.”What a brilliant and detailed conversation lit up by the knowledge of advaita vedanta (non-dualism). Shikhaa has been a huge influence in my life and it was a delight to have her on the show. Based in New Zealand, Shikhaa shares her lifetime of study and wisdom with me and answers my questions about how to live the knowledge, remain in t...
2022-08-191h 10
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel Recalibrate with Meditation & Recognize your Inner Knower | Stephen Shivnath Aitken “Real freedom is knowing whatever situation you’re in, you’re able to know who you are. And that takes work.”Wow, wow, wow! This week’s show is packed to the brim with gyaan (knowledge) and delight. An honor to have Shiv on the show! An accomplished author, illustrator, environmentalist and most certainly, established sadhak with so much practical knowledge for us to take inspiration from. Fasten your satsang seatbelts for this one you do not want to miss a moment!Today we chat about so much but here’s a few points:➖ The grea...
2022-08-051h 00
Sober Yoga GirlBobbi Paidel and the Importance of PracticeSend a textBobbi Paidel is a Hatha Yogi & Sadhak who spends most of her days traveling or living in northern India studying meditation & the wisdom of the vedas. Bobbi grew up on a second generation cattle ranch in southern Alberta, Canada, had a promising career in the global fashion industry and was continually struggling with addiction & mental health issues. That all changed when Bobbi met her Guru in India, devoted her life to yoga, sadhana & sobriety, became a compassionate, animal loving vegan, and left her fashion career to found a charity for children living HIV+ in...
2022-08-0438 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn Yoga, Sadhana & Motherhood | Good Company: Hélène Roy & Krishna HassomalIn this rendition of Good Company I chat with Hélène & Krishna about all things motherhood. It’s a beautiful conversation where we discuss the similarities, the differences, the challenges and nuances of being a yogi and a mom. Here’s what we touch on: ➖ How these women went from PhD Scientist and Wall Street Finance to Yoga practitioners, teachers and full time moms ➖ Identity shifts with motherhood and how yoga helped navigate that transition➖ How the practice shifts and staying present ➖ Spiritual experiences in birth and children as teachers
2022-07-2854 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn De-identification & Self-inquiry for Navigating Life | Dr. Rina Dedhiya “ Follow your heart. Follow your calling. Don’t let it dwindle or distinguish because of life but keep the fire of knowledge alive. “In this episode I’m talking to Dr. Rina Dedhiya, a homeopath and satsangee from Pune, India. She talks to us about her personal journey and overcoming the challenges of living with alopecia since a young age. Her story and commitment to her sadhana is truly inspiring.Here’s what we discuss in todays conversation➖ Difference between religion and spirituality in India➖ How self inquiry is always ongoing➖Navigati...
2022-07-2255 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn How I went from Burnt Out Addict to Yogi Living in the Himalayas | a Curious Yogi “Simply stay curious. Keep seeking, keep questioning. In sanskrit it’s called the jigyasu, the one who seeks freedom and truth. And it’s a gift of God if you are a seeker so hold it precious and nurture it. Stay true to who you are.”In today's solo episode I share a glimpse of my own spiritual journey which has moved me out of addiction and into a more peaceful life. I share why you should remember that dissatisfaction is your spiritual super power, plus a few bits of insight I’ve picked up along the way.
2022-07-1532 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn Getting Back to the Roots of Yoga | Savira Gupta“Yoga is not just for the mat. It’s for every day. Every minute of your life is a practice of yoga.”In this episode I’m talking to Savira Gupta, a yoga practitioner and writer with a unique lens on yoga in the modern context. She shares her knowledge & wisdom of yoga, her own personal sadhana & gives some great points for curious yogi’s to consider on your own path.Here’s what we discuss:➖ How to read and integrate the scriptures➖ Keeping light-hearted, playful & fluid in the yoga practice & life➖ Wha...
2022-07-081h 02
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelFrom Self-Destruction to Freedom & Bliss | Noah Heney “It’s not about abandonment of the world, it's about recognizing the underlying reality of this dynamic world-play that we live in. And what allows the recognition is the moments of quiet, the moments of pause, of stillness which we can cultivate through the yogic practice, the practice of meditation, mantra, and the company we keep.”A brilliant discussion with Noah Heney, a teacher & yogi who’s devoted his life to unfolding the vision of oneness. Noah touches on his early days which were darkened by substance abuse & depression, and goes on to share his journey from self-des...
2022-07-0156 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn the Tiger, the Baba & the Guru | Kaare Vijay Shyam “The whole thing is for you to know you are outside of the mandala looking in. You are not caught. You’re not struggling your way out of the mandala, you are transcending the idea that you are even caught in the first place.”In this episode I’m talking to the wise and wonderful Kaare Vijay Shyam from Copenhagen, Denmark. He takes us on his unbelievable journey of being chased by a tiger to the feet of his Guru. He leaves us with many points of reflection and insight into the power of sadhana.We also...
2022-06-2351 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn Being a Yogi & the Path of Sadhana | Good Company: Sarah Feinstein & Devon PiparsWelcome to the 1st edition of ‘Good Company’, where I riff on all things sadhana with friends and yogi’s, Devon Pipars and Sarah Feinstein. We swap stories and discuss our different practices which keep us grounded in daily sadhana. This episode is packed with nuggets of wisdom from three different vantage points, all encapsulated with a lot of joy and appreciation for the knowledge of Oneness.We discuss:➖ Meeting those rare beings who are walking the path with you➖What is good company and why it’s so essential➖Yogic life as a life...
2022-06-151h 07
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi PaidelOn Trusting the Journey Inward | Chaytna Feinstein “ We may think we are writing the script moment to moment but there may already be a whole story written for us”Just a few words of wisdom from this weeks guest - author and sadhak Chaytna Feinstein. Celebrating the launch of her brilliant book ‘Predestined’ Chaytna talks to me about her wild overland journey to spiritual India in the 70’s and eventually meeting her Guru, along with what’s kept her steadfast in her practice for the past 45 years.In this episode we talk about:➖ Near death experiences, their spiritual impact and why people don...
2022-06-0858 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel On Remembering Your True Self | Katharine Pincham “The thing with sadhana is that you can say the words but with practice the words become more and more true for you.”I loved this conversation with Katharine Pincham, a vedic and yogic philosophy teacher and inspiring sadhak from London, UK. She shares her story of realizing her spiritual path and the awareness which has never left her, plus some powerful take-aways for never forgetting who you truly are.In this episode:➖ Katharines upbringing and early education (including Sanskrit at the age of four!) at the Shankaracharya school in London➖ Meeting...
2022-05-3153 min
A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel On Faith, Grace, & Spiritual Transformation | Hirdaya Heidi Groschler “Where the person stops, the power begins...”How to have faith when we go against our preferences, invite transformation and wonder in the unfoldment of grace?In this episode I’m talking to Heidi Groschler, or Hirdaya as she’s known. We discuss her story of transformation from a spaced out young person to a celebrated meditation teacher and devoted sadhak living in India for the last 30 years.Here’s what we discuss:➖ How and when Hirdaya knew her life was meant to be spiritual as a young girl.➖ The journey fr...
2022-05-201h 01