Ask Sadhviji

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! This special episode was recorded live on Day 2 of The Freedom Within Retreat at De Vere Horsley in the UK, where Sadhviji explores what it means to live our dharma — to act in the world while staying connected to the deeper truth of who we are. What does surrender really mean? How do we work with anger without suppressing it or allowing it to control us? And how can we respond to the suffering and injustice we see in the world without adding more anger, h...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! This special episode was recorded live on Day 2 of The Freedom Within Retreat at De Vere Horsley in the UK, where Sadhviji explores one of the most important questions on the spiritual path: what actually makes us happy? We spend so much of our lives chasing the next thing we believe will make us happy—more money, success, recognition, experiences, relationships, possessions, or simply the next little hit of pleasure. But what happens when we begin to look...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! This special episode was recorded live on Day 1 of The Freedom Within Retreat at De Vere Horsley in the UK, where Sadhviji invites us to explore what it really means to be free. What is keeping us stuck? Our roles, responsibilities, relationships, fears, regrets, habits and emotions can all become places of identification. But what might it feel like to move through life without being bound by them? Drawing on the wisdom of Vedanta, Sadhviji introduces the...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this grounding and practical episode, Sadhviji responds to questions about integrating spirituality into everyday life while navigating inner conflict and external limitations. The episode begins with reflections on maintaining a living connection with the Divine amid daily responsibilities and distractions. Sadhviji then addresses the challenge of practicing spirituality without the support of a local spiritual community, offering ways to remain rooted...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this deeply compassionate episode, Sadhviji responds to questions that arise when life changes suddenly and nothing feels certain anymore. The conversation begins with guidance on finding inspiration, hope, and purpose after a series of traumatic and life-altering events. Sadhviji offers perspective on how to meet pain without losing meaning, and how healing can unfold even when life does not return to what it once was. Sadhviji then addresses the profo...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this special episode, Sadhviji sits down with renowned neurologist and bestselling author Dr. David Perlmutter to explore the science of brain health and the powerful role we each play in protecting our brains. Dr. Perlmutter joins Sadhviji to discuss his new book, Brain Defenders, and why the greatest threat to our brain health may not be something outside of us, but the choices we make every day. Together, they explore the connection between metabolis...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this deeply reflective episode, Sadhviji responds to heartfelt questions that naturally arise as we begin or deepen our spiritual journey. The episode opens with an exploration of the nature of the Divine, inviting listeners to move beyond limited definitions and into a more expansive understanding of sacred presence. Sadhviji then addresses the emotional experiences that often surface during or after meditation and chanting, offering insight into why t...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this insightful episode, Sadhviji explores the challenges of raising children in a rapidly changing world, the deeper roots of global conflict, and the quiet inner struggle of losing passion and direction in life. The episode begins with a reflection on modern parenting—what it truly means to raise conscious, grounded, and resilient children in today’s fast-paced and often overwhelming environment, and how values, presence, and example shape a child mor...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this deeply reflective episode, Sadhviji explores the emotional and karmic complexities of trust, betrayal, guilt, and the challenge of loving those we struggle with. The episode begins by addressing the pain of broken trust—what it means when someone deceives or takes advantage of us, and whether we are still meant to hold compassion and goodwill toward those who have hurt us. Sadhviji then turns to the subject of marriage and karmic connection, explor...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this special episode, Sadhviji sits down with internationally renowned stem cell biologist and bestselling author Dr. Bruce Lipton to explore the revolutionary ideas behind his new book, Beyond Darwin. For generations, we've been taught that life is a competition—that survival belongs to the strongest, the fastest and the fittest. But what if we've misunderstood evolution all along? Drawing on the latest science, Dr. Lipton explains why cooperation, com...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this deeply reflective episode, Sadhviji explores the path of renunciation, the nature of spiritual experience, and the journey toward self-awareness and liberation. The episode begins by unpacking what true renunciation really means—not just as external withdrawal from life, but as an inner state of non-attachment, clarity, and freedom from identification with desire and possession. Sadhviji then addresses a profound spiritual question: why do deep spi...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this special live episode, recorded at the beautiful Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat Bahamas during Sadhviji’s April 2026 retreat, we continue our exploration of what it means to live a conscious and meaningful life by turning to one of the most important topics of our time: artificial intelligence. As AI becomes increasingly woven into our daily lives, many people are turning to it not only for information, but also for guidance, emotional support, and a...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this special live episode, recorded at the beautiful Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat Bahamas during Sadhviji’s April 2026 retreat, we conclude the transformative Redefining Success series with a powerful and practical framework for living a truly successful life. After exploring the myths of achievement, happiness, purpose, fear, perfectionism, and fulfillment throughout the retreat, Sadhviji brings everything together with one simple yet profound insight...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this third episode of the Redefining Success series, recorded live at the beautiful Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat in the Bahamas, Sadhviji explores one of life's deepest questions: What is true success? Drawing on stories from her own spiritual journey, teachings from her guru, and wisdom from the great saints of India, Sadhviji challenges the conventional definitions of success built on achievement, approval, status, and comparison. She shares a powerf...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this special live episode, recorded at the beautiful Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat Bahamas during Sadhviji's April 2026 retreat, we continue our Redefining Success series with a question that most people spend their entire lives avoiding: Where are you actually going? Many of us have a clear plan for the next year, the next promotion, the next achievement, or the next milestone. But beneath all of those goals lies a deeper question: What is the ultimate...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this special live episode, recorded at the beautiful Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat Bahamas during Sadhviji’s April 2026 retreat, we begin a powerful new series: Redefining Success. From childhood, many of us are taught that success means achieving the right grades, landing the right job, earning more money, building the perfect family, and checking all the expected boxes. Yet despite accomplishing so much, countless people still find themselves asking: ...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this special guided meditation episode, recorded during Sadhviji's visit to the beautiful Sivananda Ashram in the Bahamas, you're invited to pause, breathe, and return to the peace that already exists within you. Through gentle guidance, Sadhviji leads you into a deeper experience of presence—helping you arrive fully in your body, your breath, and this moment. As thoughts arise and drift across the mind, you'll be invited to rest not in the stories, wor...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this deeply reflective episode, Sadhviji explores some of the most profound spiritual questions about liberation, the purpose of human life, and the role of the Guru on the journey. The episode begins with an exploration of moksha—liberation—and whether it means the same thing for everyone. Sadhviji reflects on why some people feel a deep longing for liberation while others feel more drawn to the experiences of the world, offering insight into the soul’...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this deeply insightful episode, Sadhviji addresses some of the most pressing inner struggles of our time—addiction, overthinking, anxiety, and anger. The episode begins with a compassionate exploration of addiction, examining whether true freedom is possible and what it really takes to break free—not just from substances or habits, but from the deeper patterns that bind the mind. Sadhviji then turns to the challenge of overthinking and anxiety, offering...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this thought-provoking episode, Sadhviji explores some of the most complex and often confusing questions about destiny, karma, and human choice. The episode begins by examining whether everything in life is truly pre-destined, and how to understand repeated failure—whether it is a sign to give up or an invitation to grow, persevere, or realign. Sadhviji then reflects on the influence of planetary alignments, clarifying the role astrology may play ...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this special live episode from Boston, Sadhviji shares an inspiring talk from the Conscious Future Society Conference, speaking to young leaders and students from Babson College. In this energizing and forward-looking session, Sadhviji explores what it truly means to create a conscious future—not just through external innovation, but through inner transformation and aligned action. She introduces five essential pillars—the 5 Cs—as a guide for building a...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this special meditation episode from Boston, Sadhviji guides a deeply introspective and transformative practice with the Vedanta Study Circle. In this gentle yet powerful session, she invites us to begin the inward journey of peeling back the layers of false identity—the roles, labels, and stories we have come to believe define us. With clarity and compassion, Sadhviji guides listeners toward a deeper recognition of their true essence: whole, unchanging...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this special live episode from Boston, Sadhviji shares a deeply moving satsang with the Vedanta Study Circle on the transformative power of gyan—true spiritual knowledge that heals from within. In this profound talk, Sadhviji explores how our deepest pain does not come from circumstances alone, but from misunderstanding who we truly are. When we are caught in patterns of identification, attachment, and limited thinking, we experience suffering as real a...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this special live episode from San Miguel de Allende, Sadhviji shares a rare and beautiful evening of satsang from Centro Cultural Yoga Devanand as part of the Yoga & Wellness Festival. In this deeply inspiring talk, Sadhviji unveils the 5 pillars of Vedic wisdom for living a life that is not only healthy and successful, but also deeply meaningful and aligned with truth. For those who have longed to journey to Rishikesh—the sacred home of yoga on th...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this special live episode from Tulum, Sadhviji shares a deeply transformative talk from IKAL Tulum Hotel, alongside beloved teacher Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa and her vibrant training community. What if the mind wasn’t something to fight—but something to understand? In this powerful session, Sadhviji explores the true nature of the mind and why so much of our suffering does not come from life itself, but from the way the mind interprets and reacts to it. Caugh...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this special live episode from Tulum, Sadhviji shares a heartfelt and illuminating talk from IKAL Tulum Hotel, alongside beloved teacher Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa and her beautiful training community. In this deeply grounding session, Sadhviji explores the true foundation of conscious, authentic relationships—not as something that begins with others, but as something that begins within. The talk opens with a powerful reflection on self-awareness: understandin...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this heartfelt and practical episode, Sadhviji responds to questions many students and young professionals quietly struggle with but rarely voice. She begins by exploring how to deal with peer pressure in school and the workplace, offering guidance on staying true to yourself while navigating external expectations. Sadhviji then addresses the timeless dilemma of decision-making: when faced with uncertainty, should we listen to the mind or follow the hea...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this illuminating episode, Sadhviji addresses some of life’s deepest and most practical questions. She shares how we can support loved ones who remain stuck in cycles of suffering and victimhood, and how to gently guide them toward healing, empowerment, and the spiritual path. Sadhviji also explores the profound difference between religion and dharma, offering clarity on how dharma transcends dogma and connects us to universal truth. For those moving gr...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this heartfelt episode, Sadhviji speaks to the challenges of living with balance and grace in today’s complex world. She offers guidance for mothers and householders who are striving to hold both family and personal aspirations, reminding us that true opportunity often lies in how we approach each moment with presence and purpose. Sadhviji also addresses the younger generation, who face immense pressure from family and society around marriage and career...

Welcome to this profound episode of the Ask Sadhviji podcast, recorded live during satsang. In this illuminating conversation, Sadhviji explores one of the most timeless and misunderstood topics in spiritual life: the dance between karma and destiny. With clarity and compassion, she shares how our actions, intentions, and inner state shape our experience — even amidst planetary influences, past samskaras, and the unfolding of divine plan. Drawing from the wisdom of the scriptures and her own ...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this calming meditation episode, Flow and Creativity: Breathing into the Svadhisthana Chakra, Sadhviji gently guides you through a powerful practice to awaken the energy of creativity, flow, and emotional balance. Located in the lower abdomen, the Svadhisthana Chakra is the seat of our inner fluidity — the space where movement, expression, and joy arise. Through conscious breath and awareness, Sadhviji leads you to connect deeply with this sacred energy...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! Recorded live at the International Yoga Festival 2024 at Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh, this inspiring episode dives into the essence of bhakti yoga—the yoga of love. Sadhviji shares how love is not only an emotion but a spiritual practice that unites us with the Divine, with others, and with our own highest self. She unpacks what it truly means to live from the heart, to cultivate devotion, and to transform ordinary relationships into sacred connections. Wi...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast. In this grounding and transformative meditation episode, Sadhviji begins by reflecting on the deeper purpose of meditation — not as an escape from the world, but as a social responsibility. She shares how meditation shapes us into kinder, less reactive human beings, helping us pause between thought and action, soften emotional reactivity, and live with greater awareness and compassion. From this understanding, Sadhviji gently guides us into a So Hum medita...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this heartfelt episode, Sadhviji explores the role of our emotions—sadness, grief, guilt, anger—and whether they should be pushed away or embraced as teachers on our path. She shares how these feelings can guide us toward healing, self-awareness, and deeper spiritual growth. Sadhviji also unpacks the art of surrender in everyday life: what it truly means, how to practice it, and how surrender differs from passivity. She brings clarity to the often-confu...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this touching episode, Sadhviji shares wisdom on how to build deep, authentic connections even when we fear abandonment or loss. She reminds us that real love is rooted not in clinging, but in presence and trust. Sadhviji also explores how relationships and friendships naturally shift when we walk a spiritual path, and how to navigate these changes with compassion and grace. For those who feel the suffering of others intensely, she offers guidance on ho...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this nourishing episode, Sadhviji shares wisdom on how to return to the grounding power of meditation when the mind feels restless and disconnected. She offers practical tools to re-center, restore peace, and rediscover the joy of a steady practice. Sadhviji also addresses the longing to feel vibrant and excited about life when everything seems dull or uninspiring, showing how true vitality arises from within, not from external circumstances. For those ...

Welcome to this special meditation episode of the Ask Sadhviji podcast, recorded live from Sattva, Rishikesh. In this deeply grounding and expansive meditation, Sadhviji gently guides you inward — away from noise, thought, and identity — and into the stillness of your true Self. Anchored in awareness and presence, this practice invites you to rest beyond the mind and reconnect with the quiet truth of who you are. The meditation opens with the sacred Asatoma prayer, invoking the ancient intent...

Welcome to this special episode of the Ask Sadhviji podcast, recorded live in November at Sattva, Rishikesh. In this heart-opening satsang, Sadhviji explores connection as a profound form of medicine — the key to healing, happiness, and a meaningful life. Drawing on yogic wisdom, personal experience, and deep inner inquiry, she shares how disconnection lies at the root of much of our modern suffering, and how yoga offers a pathway back to wholeness. Sadhviji speaks about yoga not just as a ph...

Join Sadhviji for the second part of this live satsang at Veda Yoga, where she answers questions from seekers on applying the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita and the path of love to everyday life. With clarity, warmth, and insight, Sadhviji explores how love can guide us through both personal challenges and the complexities of the modern world. During this audience Q&A, Sadhviji addresses: How to endure difficult experiences, even things like watching horror movies, and what they reveal about...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast, recorded live at Veda Yoga during Sadhviji’s U.S. book tour for her latest release, Come Home to Yourself. In this intimate satsang, Sadhviji draws on the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita to illuminate one of the most essential spiritual teachings: the path of love. With warmth and clarity, she shows how love is not merely an emotion, but the most powerful and accessible path to the Divine—a guiding force that transforms our lives, our relationships, a...

Welcome to this special episode of the Ask Sadhviji podcast, recorded live in California. In this powerful Q&A, Sadhviji shares how real, lasting change in the world begins within — and how we can act with courage, clarity, and love even in times of uncertainty. From protests and activism to surrendering the outcome of our life’s work, she offers a roadmap for transforming both ourselves and the world around us. In this episode, Sadhviji explores: Balancing anger and peace in activism — c...

Welcome to this special episode of the Ask Sadhviji podcast, recorded live in California during Sadhviji's US book tour for 'Come Home To Yourself'. In this heartfelt and wide-ranging talk, Sadhviji shares the transformative power of coming together in community — how gathering with others on the path can heal, uplift, and connect us to our true selves. She opens her heart with the story of how she came to Rishikesh and discovered her spiritual path, and how that journey continues to unfold. ...

Welcome to this special episode of the Ask Sadhviji podcast, recorded live in London. In this powerful satsang, Sadhviji shares how our personal spiritual practice — our sadhana — is not separate from solving the world’s greatest problems, but at the very heart of it. Drawing on the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita, she reveals how working with the nature of our mind can dissolve the roots of greed, attachment, war, and conflict. Through practical insights and ancient teachings, Sadhviji ...

Welcome to this special episode of the Ask Sadhviji podcast, recorded live at Mindvalley University in Amsterdam. In this insightful and inspiring satsang, Sadhviji explores why so many of us feel disconnected from our true purpose — and how we can return to it. She shares timeless spiritual wisdom and practical guidance for dissolving the inner blocks, doubts, and distractions that keep us from living the life we were born to live. In this episode, Sadhviji discusses: Why your purpose can fe...

Welcome to Part 2 of Healing through Yoga: Overcoming Trauma and Finding Inner Peace, recorded live at the World Yoga Festival in Henley-on-Thames, UK, in August 2025. In this powerful and deeply compassionate satsang, Sadhviji answers heartfelt questions from the audience on how yoga, awareness, and spiritual practice can support healing from even the deepest wounds. She shares both practical tools and profound wisdom for navigating grief, breaking patterns, and transforming pain into peace....

Welcome to a special episode of the Ask Sadhviji podcast, recorded live at the World Yoga Festival in Henley-on-Thames, UK, in August 2025. In this moving and transformative satsang, Sadhviji shares how the ancient wisdom and practices of yoga can help us heal from trauma, release what no longer serves us, and rediscover our inner peace. Drawing on decades of teaching and her own profound journey, she offers practical tools and spiritual insights to guide you from pain to freedom. In this tal...

Step into Part 2 of this special Ask Sadhviji podcast, recorded live at the World Yoga Festival in Henley-on-Thames, UK, August 2025. In this engaging and heartfelt satsang, Sadhviji continues her rich dialogue with renowned Vedanta teacher Swami Sarvapriyananda, joined by moderator Stewart Gilchrist. Together, they dive deeper into how ancient spiritual wisdom can light the way toward clarity, courage, and compassion in our modern lives. In this episode, they explore: How can renunciation be...

Welcome to a special episode of the Ask Sadhviji podcast, recorded live at the World Yoga Festival in Henley-on-Thames, UK, in August 2025. In this illuminating and deeply inspiring satsang, Sadhviji joins renowned Vedanta teacher Swami Sarvapriyananda in a heartfelt conversation moderated by Stewart Gilchrist. Together, they explore how timeless spiritual wisdom can guide us to live with clarity, courage, and compassion in an uncertain world. Sadhviji and Swamiji share practical, thought-pro...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this insightful episode, Trusting the Unknown: Balancing Action with Surrender, Sadhviji continues the conversation on how to align your spiritual practices with the demands of daily life. She dives deep into the challenges of staying motivated as a spiritual being while navigating the practicalities of the world around you. Sadhviji also explores the concept of surrender—how we can trust the process even when we don’t know the outcome. Through her wisd...

Welcome to the Ask Sadhviji podcast! In this soothing meditation episode, Sacred Sunset – Energy of Love, Sadhviji guides you through a peaceful practice that invites you to connect with the gentle energy of love as the sun sets. As the sun dips below the horizon, you’ll be led to feel the warmth and peace of this sacred time of day, allowing the energy of love to wash over you. Through breath and presence, you’ll create space within yourself to release the weight of the day and embrace a dee...