In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we sit down with Ishan Shivanand, founder of Yoga of Immortals and author of the international bestseller The Practice of Immortality. Together, we explore why resilience training and inner work are becoming essential supports for students and educators navigating rising levels of stress, burnout, and disconnection. Ishan shares how his research-backed, non-pharmaceutical approach blends breathwork, meditation, and cognitive awareness to improve mental health and overall well-being.

Our conversation digs into what resilience training actually looks like in practice and why even small, consistent moments of awareness can make a measurable difference in learning environments. We also discuss how schools can integrate these tools in culturally respectful, non-theological ways that support both students and teachers. Join us to explore how building resilient minds can reshape the future of learning.

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We unbox:

• The growing mental health challenges facing students and educators  
• Research-backed resilience training and its impact on learning  
• Burnout, anxiety, and sleep issues in high-performing students  
• Practical ways to integrate mindfulness into classrooms  
• Why inner work is a lifelong skill, not an add-on  

Resources:

• The Practice of Immortality by Ishan Shivanand
• Yoga of Immortals – Learn more about the research-backed mental health program and its applications in education  
• Peer-reviewed research in Frontiers in Psychiatry

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