True to Yourself

Since I was a young child, I wished to live a life of service and giving back to the world in some way. Only I didn't quite know what it meant to do so until I encountered the deep Vedic spiritual teachings, which reveal to us what it means to serve at the highest level of our being. Central to the new understanding of service I gained along my spiritual journey and deep studies is that of developing instrument consciousness. I share with you in this podcast what it means to be an instrument of the divine, and how you can apply this knowledge to lead with integrity and be of the greatest service to all living beings. Resources: Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life to be of service in the highest way: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Follow the True to Yourself Podcast on Instagram for updates about the latest episodes as they release each week: www.Instagram.com/truetoyourselfpodcast Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is a deep interconnection between mosquito bites and the path to attain moksha (spiritual liberation). The process of overcoming the nuisance of mosquito bites is strikingly similar to the process we must follow to free ourselves of desires (which keep us separate from our true Self). I share in this episode about my recent move to Florida, and how getting swarmed by mosquitos upon arrival and working to overcome them was a great reflection to me of the entire path of attaining spiritual freedom. There is a saying 'if you ever think you're too small to make an impact, try spending the night with a mosquito.' These tiny creatures are, in fact, that powerful to warrant an entire podcast dedicated to sharing their messages! Resources: Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Follow the True to Yourself Podcast on Instagram for updates about the latest episodes as they release each week: www.Instagram.com/truetoyourselfpodcast Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Holidays can be a very challenging time when all our buried away emotions arise to the surface. This gives us a very unique opportunity for healing at the level of our inner child, and an opportunity for transcendence at a cosmic, spiritual level. We need to feel to heal and, simultaneously, constantly learn about and remember who we are beyond our passing emotions and incessant thoughts. This helps us heal the split within us, which stands in the way of us evolving spiritually. When you are able to feel your emotions, without getting affected by your emotions, and ask yourself what every difficulty, trigger and/or challenge has to teach you, you have the opportunity to evolve by leaps and bounds spiritually. This episode will not only support you through the holidays, but is an ideal resource to revisit anytime you are feeling stressed or triggered.  Resources:Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Follow the True to Yourself Podcast on Instagram for updates about the latest episodes as they release each week: www.Instagram.com/truetoyourselfpodcast Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gratitude is considered the parent of all the other virtues, according to the ancient Vedic spiritual tradition. The ancient Vedic scriptures outline 5 daily sacrifices, or sacred offerings, that householders (non-monastic people) are to make to express profound gratitude and appreciation towards all of the entities of this earth. Learn what they are in this episode, and how you can begin to practice them to lead a happier, more spiritual, grateful lifestyle.  Resources:Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Follow the True to Yourself Podcast on Instagram for updates about the latest episodes as they release each week: www.Instagram.com/truetoyourselfpodcast Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I sit with Gautamji Jain, a senior protege of world renowned philosopher and author Swami Parthasarathy, to discuss the spiritual process of transformation and evolution. We discuss the biggest subconscious thought pattern that everyone wrongly believes, the law of karma, how to control your mind to control your life and be true to both your conviction and conscience.This episode is perfect for anyone who is seeking to look within to examine your life and develop greater self-control and self-mastery along the spiritual path with time-tested ancient wisdom teachings to support your spiritual evolution.  About Gautamji:Gautam Jain  (addressed as Gautamji), is a senior protege of world renowned philosopher and author Swami Parthasarathy. Earlier in life he completed a brilliant academic career in the United States, where he received awards for academic and athletic excellence and was recognized for exceptional impact on college life. Upon graduation, he declined lucrative offers from leading U.S. Corporations and returned to India to study at the Vedanta Academy. Gautamji has dedicated over two decades to full time study, research and propagation of Vedanta and its practical application in life. He is currently in the US to head the efforts of the Vedanta Cultural Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to Vedanta and Self management education programs. Gautamji has also presented seminars on Self management to premier corporations, institutions and universities, including the Young President's Organization (YPO), Entrepreneur's Organization (EO), Goldman Sachs, IBM, AT & T, Columbia, Princeton, and MIT. He has been featured on ABC and PBS for his work on the subject. Resources:  "The Fall of the Human Intellect" by Swami Parthasarathy is a perfect introductory book to learn more about the intellect, how it is different from intelligence and how it can support you to fortify yourself on your spiritual journey: https://amzn.to/3D6pS4N  Learn more about Vedanta Cultural Foundation, and how you can benefit from Gautamji's weekly events, classes, programs and retreats: https://www.vedantausa.org/online-weekly-lectures/ Follow Vedanta Cultural Foundation on Instagram and Facebook for spiritual inspiration and class and event information at: https://www.instagram.com/vedanta_usa/ and https://www.facebook.com/vedantausa  Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Follow the True to Yourself Podcast on Instagram for updates about the latest episodes as they release each week: www.Instagram.com/truetoyourselfpodcast Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A true spiritual warrior can dance between the heights of light and the despair of the darkness, unscathed. I share in this podcast about my personal journey of awakening to the power of my inner light in the midst of the darkest experience of my life.In the Vedic spiritual tradition, it is believed that all the suffering we experience in life is due to lack of spiritual knowledge of who really are as eternal, all-powerful souls. You can activate your inner light by learning from ancient wisdom traditions.The spiritual science of Vedanta reveals to us the fundamental oneness of the universe, and how we can return back to our original state of divinity. In doing so, you have the opportunity to look darkness in the face, see through illusions and reclaim your sovereign power as a spiritual being full of the light of a thousand radiant suns.Learn about how I befriended darkness on my spiritual journey in this episode, and how you can, too, by learning and embodying spiritual knowledge. Resources:Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Follow the True to Yourself Podcast on Instagram for updates about the latest episodes as they release each week: www.Instagram.com/truetoyourselfpodcast Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Study Vedanta philosophy online with recordings by Swami Parthasarathy at Vedanta World: www.vedantaworld.org Receive an intuitive crystal reading from my friend Gautam at Gems of Clarity to help you navigate your way through darkness with the light of your higher Self: www.gemsofclarity.com  Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Having healthy boundaries is one of the hardest things for empathetic souls to successfully manage. We tend to put the needs of others ahead of our own, to the point where we don't even feel like it's okay to have any needs of our own. When people with domineering personalities take over us to the point of even denying our lived subjective experience, and/or what objectively happened in our lives, it's really easy for empaths to start seriously self-doubting.Though the very word 'boundary' itself can conjure up an image of a thorny gate locking a person into a cage (that may well be full of fear), we can change the way we see boundaries by first better understanding what they are. From there onwards, everything in our lives as empaths can transform for the better, as we honor our gifts and benefit from them ourselves, to deepen our capacity for empathy towards others. Learn in this podcast what boundaries actually are, how you can have 'fragrant' boundaries that can be expressed in a loving way, and how boundaries can be your saving grace on your spiritual journey as an empath. Resources: Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Follow the True to Yourself Podcast on Instagram for updates about the latest episodes as they release each week: www.Instagram.com/truetoyourselfpodcast Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We live in a world of projection. There is so much we can learn about ourselves and one another by listening very deeply to our own words, those of others and the emotions underlying them. If we look very closely, we will see that whatever we really admire in another is a reflection of what is admirable within us. Whatever we criticize in another is what we are critical of in our own selves.That is why it is so important to continuously look inwards and engage in battle with the lower qualities within our own selves that we wish to transform, to be true to our higher Self.  As the Prophet Muhammed once said: "the most excellent jihad is the conquest of one's self." Winning the war within is also the subject of "The Bhagavad Gita," the 9-night goddess festival of Navratri, and so many other epic spiritual conquests.⁠ Learn in this podcast how you can start tuning into your own criticisms to practice releasing judgments towards others and continuously work to transform your own negativities instead. Resources:Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Follow the True to Yourself Podcast on Instagram for updates about the latest episodes as they release each week: www.Instagram.com/truetoyourselfpodcast Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I sit down with Corinne Andrews, co-owner/director of Yoga Center Amherst and Shraddha Yoga, developer of the Birthing Mama Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga & Wellness Teacher Training and author of the new book "Birthing Mama." We discuss how motherhood became an unexpected and life-changing opportunity for her to be true to her higher Self, how you can approach the act of conception, pregnancy and parenting spiritually (whether you are male or female), how to develop a relationship with the Divine Mother and thereby approach parenting in a truly empowered and sublime way and much more.This episode is perfect for anyone who is or has ever considered becoming a parent, to learn more about how you can approach this experience as a way to deepen your spiritual practices from the moment you even consider the possibility of parenthood. Be sure to also order Corinne's wonderful book "Birthing Mama: Your Companion for a Holistic Pregnancy Journey" wherever books are sold! About Corinne:Corinne Andrews, she/her, E RYT - 500, RPYT, is the developer and lead teacher of the Birthing Mama 90-hour Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga and Wellness Teacher Training, and author of the new book Birthing Mama: Your Companion for a Holistic Pregnancy Journey. She is the co-owner/director of Yoga Center Amherst/Shraddha Yoga in Massachusetts and leads the Embodyoga® 100-hour In-Depth Study and 200-hour Teacher Training, and teaches weekly online and local yoga classes. Corinne was originally trained in Classical Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga from the Mount Madonna Center, and went on to 500hr + Embodyoga® training and assisting with Patty Townsend, Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga, Meridian Yoga, Shiatsu, as a Birth Doula and in the 200hr Mindful Grieving Yoga Therapy Program. Corinne is currently enrolled in the Ayurveda Wellness Ambassador Program. She holds a BA in Cross-Cultural and Alternative Health and Healing from the BDIC department at UMass.In addition to all Corinne has studied and practiced with her teacher, Gurujima, her greatest teachers are her two beautiful children, her husband Matthew, and the profound spiritual journey of loving, living and relating with the Divine Mother in all her expressions of being.  Resources:  Birthing Mama: Your Companion For A Holistic Pregnancy is an invitation to experience pregnancy, birth and motherhood as a spiritual practice. It guides you through each week of the journey, integrating body, mind, and spirit through reflection, yoga postures and breath practices, self-care activities, and creative projects: https://www.birthingmama.comLearn more about Shraddha Yoga, and how you can benefit from their pay-from-the-heart Yoga studio online: www.shraddhayoga.comFollow Corinne and Birthing Mama on Instagram and Facebook for spiritual inspiration on your pregnancy and parenting journey at: https://www.instagram.com/birthing_mama/ and https://www.facebook.com/supportingbirthingmamasFollow Shraddha Yoga on Instagram and Facebook for more information on classes, trainings and other upcoming pay-from-the-heart offerings: https://www.instagram.com/shraddhayoga/ and https://www.facebook.com/shraddhayogaLearn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Follow the True to Yourself Podcast on Instagram for updates about the latest episodes as they release each week: www.Instagram.com/truetoyourselfpodcast Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discipline often sounds like a scary word that many of us perhaps associate with being punished for things we did - or did not do. In "The Bhagavad Gita," one of the greatest spiritual texts that is essentially a manual for how to be successful on the battlefield of our daily life challenges, it says "What is like poison in the beginning becomes like nectar in the end. What is like nectar in the beginning becomes like poison in the end."Discipline is like a sacred fire that transforms the difficulty involved with overcoming your resistances into the power of winning a victory over your own self. It is what empowers you to taste the divine nectar of your true Self: the source of abiding love, peace, happiness, balance and radiant health. Learn more about how discipline is the greatest act of self-love, and how to start seeing it as an empowering force that supports you along every step of being true to yourself.  Resources: Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Follow the True to Yourself Podcast on Instagram for updates about the latest episodes as they release each week: www.Instagram.com/truetoyourselfpodcast Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Book a complimentary 15-min (or 1 hour) 1-1 consultation to discover how you can benefit from the alchemy of Ayurveda for physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing: https://www.the-well.com/ayurveda Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We often hear this expression 'just forgive and forget.' What often happens, however, when we simply forget past violations is that we tend to unconsciously recreate the situation in a new context, with a new cast of characters, playing the same old roles as before. The only way we can truly forgive without continuing to recreate situations that allow people to harm us is by developing our subtle intellect, a faculty of the higher mind in the Vedic spiritual tradition, which is known as the buddhi. Learn the difference between intelligence and intellect in this episode, and how you can develop your intellect to be able to forgive by never forgetting the spiritual power that you are at your core. You will also learn in this episode what it means to serve Truth and the greatest good of all in strong ways, with forgiveness in your heart. Resources:Read "The Fall of the Human Intellect" by Swami Parthasarathy: https://www.vedantaworld.org/books-and-media/12-books/13-the-fall-of-the-human-intellect Read "Hollywood to Himalayas: a Journey of Healing and Transformation" by Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati: https://www.amazon.com/Hollywood-Himalayas-Journey-Healing-Transformation/dp/1647223652/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=hollywood+to+the+himalayas&qid=1631748884&sr=8-1 Read "Two Classical Plays from India" by D.P. Sinha to learn more about the violence of non-violence: https://www.amazon.com/Two-Classical-Plays-india-Sinha/dp/9386473267/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=two+classical+plays+from+india&qid=1631749026&sr=8-2 Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Follow the True to Yourself Podcast on Instagram for updates about the latest episodes as they release each week: www.Instagram.com/truetoyourselfpodcast Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Book a complimentary 15-min (or 1 hour) 1-1 consultation to discover how you can benefit from the alchemy of Ayurveda for physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing: https://www.the-well.com/ayurveda Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fear is an emotion that holds us back from realizing our full potential in life. It is probably the number one reason why we are not true to our own selves. Living your life in the chains of fear is no way to live. Learn the primary root causes for fear in this podcast, as well as ways you can begin to liberate yourself from your fears, step by step, and thereby lead a more empowered and fulfilling life.  Resources: Learn the timeless wisdom of Vedanta by ordering"Vedanta Treatise: The Eternities" by Swami Parthasarathy: https://www.vedantaworld.org/books-and-media/12-books/86-vedanta-treatise-the-eternities Study Vedanta online with Swami Parthasarathy in Vedanta World's E-learning program: https://elearning.vedantaworld.org/ Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Follow the True to Yourself Podcast on Instagram for updates about the latest episodes as they release each week: www.Instagram.com/truetoyourselfpodcast Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I sit down with my first guest, Rock-Star Shaman Alyson Charles, a motivational speaker, healer and teacher dedicated to sharing medicines for expansion into your fullest power. We discuss a potent point in time when she was initiated into her calling to be true to her highest Self, how to reclaim your intuition and spiritual gifts, our personal connections with members of the big cat family, how you can connect with power animals and benefit from their medicine, and so much more. You don't want to miss this special episode, and be sure to also pre-order your copy of Alyson's book "Animal Power," coming out in October! About Alyson:Alyson Charles is a revered shaman, seer and spiritual teacher. She lives in Austin, Texas with her husband Luke Storey, black cat Jelly Bean and dog Cookie. She is devoted to being of service by living by the calls of inner wisdom, mysticism, energy medicine, and shamanic practices she has mastered through her studies with spiritual teachers, both of and beyond this world. She leads global courses, events, and talks to reconnect people to their fullest power and confidence through sacred practices. Alyson has been a leading pioneer in bringing rituals and shamanism to places it's never been before. She is host of Ceremony Circle Podcast and the Best-Selling Author of ANIMAL POWER. Alyson's power animal shamanic journey was named “a top meditation to try” by O, The Oprah Magazine, she has been called "a leading shaman for expanding others into their full gifts and power" and a “full-fledged guide into your psyche” by Forbes, and “the next big thing” by Marie Claire Magazine. Alyson was resident energy guru for the top wellness platform and has collaborated with a range of additional media outlets and brands, including the New York Times, HBO, National Geographic, Well + Good, mindbodygreen, Elle, and Self. Resources:  Brimming with vibrant illustrations, transformative practices, and captivating stories from around the world, Animal Power is an enlightening guide to the power of the animal realm. In this luxe compendium, get ready to discover rituals, meditations, and visualizations to connect with 100 remarkable animals: https://www.alysoncharles.com/animalpower Learn more about Rock-Star Shaman Alyson Charles, and how you can benefit from her divine gifts: https://www.alysoncharles.com  Listen to Alyson's Podcast Ceremony Circle: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ceremony-circle/id1553091721 Follow Alyson on Instagram for spiritual inspiration to expand into your fullest power at: www.Instagram.com/iamalysoncharles Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Follow the True to Yourself Podcast on Instagram for updates about the latest episodes as they release each week: www.Instagram.com/truetoyourselfpodcast Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So many people believe that you can simply meditate your way to the ultimate goal of spiritual enlightenment. They say how much relief they got from meditation, only to then get frustrated with it later, not be able to sustain the practice and eventually give it up altogether. This is extremely normal. The ancient wisdom of "The Bhagavad Gita" explains WHY it happens, and what you should actually focus upon instead to find greater, more lasting peace of mind from your spiritual quest.  Resources: Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Study Vedanta online with Swami Parthasarathy in Vedanta World's E-learning program: https://elearning.vedantaworld.org/ Learn the timeless wisdom of Vedanta by ordering Swami Parthasarathy's translation of "The Bhagavad Gita": https://www.vedantaworld.org/books-and-media/12-books/82-bhagavad-gita  Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spiritual awakening is the ultimate goal of our human existence, according to all the world's ancient wisdom traditions. The ancient spiritual science of Vedānta (the spiritual philosophy underlying the Yoga and Ayurveda traditions) gives us a solid framework of 4 stages to be true to our own higher Self. Learn what they are, how I applied them to my own life (to overcome shame) and how you can apply it, too, in this podcast episode. Resources: Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Learn how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Central to the process of being true to your higher Self is freeing yourself from the grip of desires that keep you feeling bound by your physical body, your emotional feelings and intellectual thoughts. I share in this episode about 3 timeless paths designed by ancient Vedic sages to help you transcend your desires at all three levels - and how cockroaches (yes, cockroaches!) and snakes supported me in practicing these paths, to be true to my own higher Self.⁠ Resources: Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Learn more about how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway Learn the timeless wisdom of Vedanta by ordering"Vedanta Treatise: The Eternities" by Swami Parthasarathy: https://www.vedantaworld.org/books-and-media/12-books/86-vedanta-treatise-the-eternities Study Vedanta online with Swami Parthasarathy in Vedanta World's E-learning program: https://elearning.vedantaworld.org/ By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the True to Yourself Podcast, a place where we explore the power of authentic living. My name is Ananta Ripa Ajmera. I serve as co-founder and CEO of The Ancient Way, and Director of Ayurveda at THE WELL, a beautiful wellness space in the heart of New York City.  Ayurveda, and its sister science of Yoga, are oral lineage-based traditions, passed down from teacher to student since time immemorial. I consider myself extremely fortunate to have studied in one such lineage for 9 years, where I learned Ayurveda, Yoga and the spiritual philosophy of Vedanta directly from the oral tradition and ancient source texts.  Ananta is a spiritual name I received while studying. It is symbolic of my journey to know my true Self. It means "eternal" or "infinite." Another meaning of the name Ananta is the King of the Naga serpents. Ananta is also an Ayurvedic herb with deep roots, which benefits your skin and digestion. It is a definition of Truth, called Brahman (or Supreme Consciousness) in the Vedas. One of the most personally meaningful aspects of receiving the name Ananta for me is how it connects me with my maternal grandfather, a renowned Ayurveda healer from Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. My maternal grandfather's name was "Amarchand," meaning "eternal moon."   In this podcast, I look forward to sharing with you about the alchemy of Ayurveda, which has deep roots in my family, going back many generations, as well as the ancient wisdom of the Vedas. I will guide you through understanding important verses of revered texts such as "The Bhagavad Gita," "The Upanishads" and more, and am delighted to also introduce you to many respected and wonderful soul friends I have made over the years while traversing the journey of being true to my higher Self.  Welcome home, to your true Self.   Resources: Learn how you can Become a Spiritual Warrior, embody your soul power and realize your calling in life: www.theancientway.co/spiritualwarrior  Learn more about how you can serve as an ambassador for authentic living by becoming a Wellness Ambassador of The Ancient Way: www.theancientway.co/wellness-ambassador Heal your body, soothe your emotions and realize your divine Self in a unique intergenerational, diverse family-like community: www.theancientway.co/community Connect with Ananta for ancient spiritual wisdom for modern living at:www.Instagram.com/ananta.onewww.Facebook.com/ananta.one Study Vedanta online with Swami Parthasarathy in Vedanta World's E-learning program: https://elearning.vedantaworld.org/ Learn how to embody the healing power of Ayurveda in your daily life for better sleep, less stress, optimal digestion and more by ordering "The Ayurveda Way:" bit.ly/ayurvedaway By accessing this Podcast, I acknowledge that the entire contents are the property of Ananta Ripa Ajmera, or used by Ananta Ripa Ajmera with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of the Ananta Ripa Ajmera, which may be requested by contacting info@theancientway.co. This podcast is for educational purposes only. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.