In the last two episodes, Episodes 66 and Episodes 67, I’ve had the honour of interviewing Aditya Jaykumar, Certified Breathwork Practitioner and host of one of the top spiritual podcasts in the world, My Seven Chakras.
In our first episode together, Episode 66, we talk about getting into the state of flow, flow versus presence, the role our nervous system plays in our life and why it matters so much, and how to bring bliss and playfulness into our life every day.
In our second episode, Episode 67, we dove into a variety of healing modalities and creating natural altered states of consciousness - from breathwork, to floatation, and the science and power behind brief intermittent hypoxia (aka, holding your breath). I learned about the power of yawning, Qigong, and Aditya spoke candidly about the recent resurgence in interest in these ancient practices, the real cultural appropriation - and cultural distancing - that is happening, and the importance of respectful, conscious use of these practices.
In this episode - the one you’re listening to now, we talk about three more ancient practices to experience more joy, bliss, presence and beauty in our life.
Aditya speaks about Vedanta - which is something modern day neuroscientists love and appreciate – and Ayurvedic oil baths, two practices that were BRAND new to me. We also talk about plant medicine versus breathwork, and then (my favourite) cold exposure, something I’m borderline evangelical about…and why the heck you should try it too. We also talk about the importance of integration when it comes to any practice and healing modality and how to continue your growth beyond the moments you’re in it.
I invite you to come to this episode - all episodes - and especially, your whole life, ready to receive. Ready to listen.
As with everything I create, I truly hope it will serve you. Dig into these practices, and enjoy, my friend!
Here are the juicy bits you can look forward to:
Aditya's thoughts on plant medicine. (6:00)
All about Vedanta. (12:00)
The benefits of cold exposure therapy. (22:55)
Ayurvedic oil baths as a way to express self-love and so much more. (28:30)
Connecting with our ancestors and our relationship with death. (32:50)
Aditya’s theory on reality. (47:55)
A breathwork exercise with Aditya. (52:55)
Rapid fire with Aditya. (1:01:05)
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Resources:
Aditya Jaykumar:
Website: www.mysevenchakras.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysevenchakras/
My Seven Chakras Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-seven-chakras-with-aj/id1045873679
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aditya.jaykumar
Free Breathwork Session with Aditya – mysevenchakras.com/breathworkexperience (Promo: HEAL2022)
Books & Resources:
Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Czikszentmihalyi: https://amzn.to/2MRMK1h
Maha-Bharata The Epic of Ancient India Condensed into English Verse by Romesh C. Dutt C.I.E.: https://www.amazon.ca/Maha-Bharata-Ancient-Condensed-English-Illustrated-ebook/dp/B01E93ONXI
Links:
Floathouse Vancouver: https://floathouse.ca/
Steven Kotler: https://www.stevenkotler.com/
Wim Hof Method: https://www.wimhofmethod.com/
Supplementary Goalden Girls Podcast episodes:
Magic Mushrooms & The Modern World: A Healing Revolution with Jennifer Pereira: https://www.lisamichaud.com/podcast/45
How to Heal Your Relationship With Food (Part 1) with Danielle Daem: https://www.lisamichaud.com/podcast/54
How to Heal Your Relationship With Food (Part 2) with Danielle Daem: https://www.lisamichaud.com/podcast/55
Breaking the Silence on Grief and Life: How to Honour Your Grief, Step Out of Shame and into Community Care to Navigate the Grief Journey with Teresa La Lupa Via: https://www.lisamichaud.com/podcast/49
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“You need to know what you’re getting into in the first place, because it can get wild.” - Aditya Jaykumar
“The medicine is the message a lot of times.” - Aditya Jaykumar
“The lack of knowledge of self is ultimately why we feel sad.” - Aditya Jaykumar
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Lisa
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