By Sharada Devi
The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.
Many of us have been taught to fear birth, to expect trauma and pain... But what if we could flip that narrative? What if birth wasn’t something to endure, but a gateway to profound ecstasy, healing, and transformation?
What if we could meet life’s greatest intensities—not with fear—but with trust, surrender, and even pleasure?
In this special episode of Born to Be Free, I’m joined by my dear friend and soul sister, Lovisa Dahl, an extraordinary woman who has redefined what it means to give birth. Lovisa is an orgasmic birthing practitioner, biodynamic healer, and Vedic wisdom teacher. She courageously shares her deeply personal journey of experiencing orgasmic birth—where childbirth became an act of liberation rather than pain, an initiation into deeper power and pleasure rather than suffering.
Through her two orgasmic births, Lovisa learned to embrace the power of her body, allowing herself to feel pleasure even in moments of intensity. Through sacred preparation, connecting deeply with her body, and creating a supportive environment, she turned birth into a sacred act of creation, not just of life, but of healing and empowerment.
Our conversation also touched on something so many of us face—shame. Lovisa bravely opens up about how shame kept her silent about her experiences, afraid of judgment in a society that views birth as something painful, clinical, or even traumatic. It wasn’t until she joined The Diamond Mentorship Program that she began to peel back those layers of shame and fully embrace her truth. This mentorship gave her the strength to share her story with the world—an act of courage and empowerment that I know will resonate with so many of you.
This episode isn’t just about birth—it’s about how we can reclaim pleasure and joy in every part of our lives. Lovisa’s story is a beautiful reminder that, just as with birth, we have the power to choose how we live—in fear or in pleasure. We can surrender to the natural flow of life, trust our bodies, and discover deeper joy and freedom in ways we might never have thought possible.
I invite you to watch or listen to this episode and reflect on how you, too, can embrace life’s greatest intensities with love, trust, and the possibility of ecstasy.
SHOW NOTES:
ABOUT LOVISA DAHL
Lovisa Dahl is a birth mentor and Orgasmic Birth Practitioner dedicated to healing earth through birth. By empowering women to embrace pleasure, sacred sexuality and ritual she offers a unique way to prepare for birth. With three home births of her own and studies in feminine embodiment, she guides pregnant women to their most empowered, positive and pleasurable birth experiences. For a decade Lovisa has also had the blessing to study the ancient vedic wisdom, Advaita Vedanta, and incorporates spirituality as a natural part of all her offerings.
Follow Lovisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacredmumlove/
Website: https://www.sacredmumlove.com/
Links:
FREE Guide to Orgasmic Birth
https://www.sacredmumlove.com/opt-in-75cebce9-20bf-4708-a1fb-7c30c0e54402
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The Diamond Mistress/Mastermind Group Program: https://www.devischool.info/the-diamond
Nectar of You In-person Retreat in Portugal: https://www.devischool.info/sacred-erotic-wealth-expansion
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Follow Sharada Devi's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharada_devi_school/
Website: https://www.devischool.info/
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/born-to-be-free/id1732123169
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What are you really scared of?
These words echo through the quiet spaces of our hearts, challenging us to confront the fears that keep us small. In this powerful episode of Born to Be Free, I invite you to join me on a journey of deep introspection and liberation.
Together with my dear friend and guest, Nathalie Sommer, an intimacy coach and Erotic Blueprint therapist, we unravel the complexities of shame, vulnerability, and the courage it takes to truly embrace our full selves.
Nathalie’s story is one of incredible transformation. Recently, she joined The Diamond, my Mistress/Mastermind Group Mentorship Program, a six-month intimate group where we polish the diamonds that we are, stripping away the layers of fear and shame that dim our brilliance. It’s a sacred container where a small group of like-minded individuals come together to support, challenge, and uplift one another. In this space, we dig deep into the shadows of our past, confront the parts of ourselves we’ve been too afraid to face, and emerge on the other side more whole, more radiant, and more free.
In our conversation, Nathalie opens up about how The Diamond helped her reconnect with her true self. She shares her struggle with vulnerability and the deep-seated shame that often accompanies it. Within the safety of our group, she found the courage to be fully seen and heard, to express the parts of herself that she had kept hidden for so long. We delve into the heart of relationships - how to find freedom within them, rather than being enslaved by societal expectations. Nathalie’s raw honesty shines through as we discuss the shame that still clings to separation and divorce, despite the progress of our times. We challenge the outdated belief that marriage must be forever, and explore how ending a relationship can be an act of profound self-respect and growth.
This episode is more than just a conversation… it’s an invitation. An invitation to look within, to question the narratives that bind us, and to step into a life where we are truly free. Whether you’re wrestling with your own vulnerability, seeking to break free from the chains of shame, or yearning for deeper, more authentic relationships, this episode holds the keys to unlocking your true potential.
Join us in this intimate and transformative discussion. Let it be the catalyst that guides you toward a life of unapologetic authenticity and boundless freedom.
KEY NOTES:
ABOUT NATHALIE SOMMER
I’m Nathalie Sommer, I’m a certified Relationship and Intimacy Coach & Intuitive Soul Guide. I help create containers and guide you through a process of rebirthing yourself. I specialise in the area of relationships- with others and most importantly with SELF.
For the last 16 years of my entrepreneurial journey, I’ve been working as a life coach, intuitive guide and healer, and I now combine these modalities to create powerful transformations by combining them with my feminine sensual embodiment & relationship work.
Follow Nathalie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nata.sommer/
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Nectar of You In-person Retreat in Portugal: https://www.devischool.info/sacred-erotic-wealth-expansion
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Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/born-to-be-free/id1732123169
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How do we, especially as women, navigate sacred transitions in life such as relationships, womanhood, and motherhood? How do we find support and empower the feminine during these pivotal moments? These are the profound questions we explore in the latest episode of the Born to be Free podcast, featuring the radiant Filipa Veiga.
Filipa, a dear sister, student, friend, and dynamic spiral Yin yoga teacher, joins me to share her remarkable journey from traditional careers in journalism and law to embracing the sacred feminine and sacred sexuality teachings. Her story is one of profound transformation and inspiration, offering a glimpse into the power of aligning with one's true essence.
In our conversation, Filipa and I delve into the importance of embracing change and navigating life's transitions with grace. From her early influences growing up in Asia to discovering Ayurveda and its impact on her health, Filipa shares how aligning her daily routines with nature's rhythms has brought balance and harmony to her life.
She also shares her experiences in my Diamond Mistress/Mastermind Mentorship program. After ending an almost 20-year marriage, Filipa found the support and therapy she needed within this high-level container. It was her first time participating in a mastermind, and it turned out to be a beautiful journey. Surrounded by an amazing and incredible group of people, Filipa felt inspired and empowered. The Diamond program provided her with tools and rituals that supported her through these transitions. The sense of community, where everybody supports everybody, provided her with new strength, clarity, and a deeper connection to her true self.
Filipa beautifully articulates her experiences with all these sacred transitions; personal growth, motherhood, and relationship shifts. We explore how these transitions, though often challenging, can lead to profound self-discovery and empowerment. By embracing these changes and seeking support from our community, we can navigate our paths with greater strength and clarity, ultimately finding deeper connections to ourselves and others.
I am also thrilled to announce that Filipa will be hosting me in our upcoming immersion, "The Nectar of You," in Portugal. This seven-day retreat will focus on sacred union and deepening personal relationships, exploring archetypes and sacred sexuality in a nurturing environment. Together, we will embrace, with the help of the teachings, seeing your natural nature as that nectar, that essence of this whole universe, the love that is you. We will also bring in the embodiment of sacred sexuality practices and other incredible tools that help us fully embrace this human life on all levels, with its experiences and whatever comes with it.
I invite you to listen to this deeply enriching episode and reflect on the profound messages of sacred transitions and interconnectedness. Let us continue to support and inspire each other, shining brightly and embracing the infinite possibilities within us. As always, your presence and participation in this journey mean the world to me.
SHOW NOTES:
About Uma Filipa (Filipa Veiga)
Woman, Mother, Ceremonialist, Spiritual mentor & Published Author. Coming from a Portuguese family and growing up in south-east Asia led me, from a tender age, to appreciate different spiritual traditions and ultimately the curiosity for the unseen realm. After studying Law and being a TV reporter for several years, the yoga came strong in my life and opened the portal to the discovery of the ancient Vedic wisdom.
I built discipline and devotion with the practice, the foundation for new imprints in my body and mind. Ritualising the use of Ayurveda, Mantra, meditation grounded me the foundation for a lifestyle based on Self love. The role of a mother and dedicated wife created the understanding of honouring the sacred inside our homes. I see grace and grounding in both my teenage daughters that I'm so proud of.
Follow Filipa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filipaveigayoga/
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The Diamond Mistress/Mastermind Group Program: https://www.devischool.info/the-diamond
Nectar of You In-person Retreat in Portugal: https://www.devischool.info/sacred-erotic-wealth-expansion
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Follow Sharada Devi's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharada_devi_school/
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Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/born-to-be-free/id1732123169
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Just as a diamond is formed under immense pressure, revealing its unmatched brilliance and clarity, the journey of personal growth and self-discovery can transform innate strengths into radiant brilliance.
In this episode, I welcome Tove Folkesson, a renowned singer-songwriter, author, and ceremonialist from Sweden. With over a decade of friendship and shared spiritual journeys, Tove will share about her profound moments and experiences that have shaped her artistic and spiritual path, including her emotional and inspiring musical offerings.
The heart of our conversation revolves around Tove’s transformative experience in The Diamond Mistress/Mastermind Group Program. A unique six-month journey dedicated to an intimate fully committed and devoted group of selected people desiring to discover their true potential and refine their inherent strengths. Tove shares how the program provided her with the clarity, focus, and personal growth necessary to polish her unique gifts and shine in her creative endeavors, all while balancing her life as a mother. She also highlights the importance of being part of a supportive community of dharmic leaders who inspire and empower each other to reach new heights.
Whether you are an artist, leader, or seeker of personal growth, this conversation offers valuable lessons and inspiration to help you unlock your own inner brilliance. Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired by Tove’s journey and discover how you, too, can shine your brightest.
SHOW NOTES:
-Introduction to Tove’s background and artistic journey as a singer-songwriter, author, and ceremonialist of the Celtic Tradition
-Tove’s involvement in cultural and spiritual activities
-Memories of shared encounters and collaborative events
-Tove’s experiences in Sharada’s mentorship and women’s circles
-The metaphor & symbolic significance of the diamond
-Sharada as a mentor & her approach towards spiritual growth, self-discovery, and authentic expression
-Support for individuals dedicated to their personal and artistic journeys
-Balancing creative work and personal life as a mother
-The Diamond Mistress/Mastermind Mentorship Program : Purpose, structure, benefits, & transformative experiences
-Experiences from The Diamond program’s sessions on various profound topics
-How joining The Diamond mentorship program profoundly impacted Tove’s life and work, providing clarity, focus, and personal growth.
-Emphasis on simplicity, clarity, and alignment with true purpose
-The program offered a supportive community where dharmic leaders could connect, share experiences, and inspire each other.
-Importance of being part of a group of like-minded individuals/leaders dedicated to their spiritual and creative journeys.
-The mentorship facilitated the refinement and expression of their authentic voices, empowering participants to shine brightly in their respective fields.
-Integrating sacredness into creative expression
-Tove’s upcoming retreats and programs
-Opportunities for aspiring authors and creatives
-Tove’s vision for sharing her music and ceremonies
-Tove shares a heartfelt song and message
-Spiritualizing the art, the music; as an offering to the Universe
About Tove Folkesson
Tove Folkesson, a beloved Swedish renown author, singer and songwriter who lives on the island of Öland, Sweden with her wife and their 2 children in a house they built alone - The Mothership Aurora. She debuted with Kalmar's huntresses in 2014 and has since published six novels and three plays, worked as a cultural writer and leads courses in creative writing.
Follow Tove on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tovefolke/
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Nectar of You In-person Retreat in Portugal: https://www.devischool.info/sacred-erotic-wealth-expansion
Dharma & Sex Magick: https://www.devischool.info/dharma-and-sex-magick
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Have you ever felt a deep disconnect with the healthy and sacred masculine energy within and around you? What if healing this divide could unlock a profound sense of wholeness and balance in your life?
In this new episode of the Born to Be Free Podcast, I invite you to explore these questions with me as we dive into the personal and transformative journey of healing the wounded masculine.
This episode comes from my recent Instagram Live, where I shared my heart and soul with you.
Together, we explore the profound wisdom of the Vedic tradition that has been my guiding light for the past 20 years. We'll uncover how these ancient teachings can help us move from feelings of separation to experiencing sacred union, particularly in our relationships with the masculine.
Through my own personal stories and ancient Vedic wisdom, we'll uncover the importance of self-empowerment and unconditional love.
Learn how relationships act as sacred mirrors, helping us grow and heal, and I'll reveal how the Vedic teachings helped me mend the wounds of separation and move towards a place of wholeness and sacred union.
I started a very special 36-day challenge called #ritualiseyourlifechallenge on Friday. I’m going live on Instagram every evening at 8 PM CEST for 36 days to help us all ritualise our lives in 36 steps.
Each day, I'll teach you a new mantra, its meaning, and the associated mudra, showing you how to spiritualise your life from the moment you wake up to the moment you sleep.
I invite you to join me in this challenge and bring your friends along!
Key Notes:
-Importance of Prayers
-The Vedic traditional and cultural impact
-Sharada’s life-changing decisions led her to India at 18, seeking truth and spiritual enlightenment
-The wound of Separation
-Healing deep-seated traumas and nurturing the inner child
-The importance of conscious relationships where partners act as sacred mirrors
-Sharada opens up about her personal experience with divorce, & how it became a catalyst for deep inner work and transformation
-Vedic Practices & transformative power of self-care rituals, stressing their importance in healing and nurturing oneself
-Ritualising daily life to align with spiritual goals
-Healing the Masculine Relationship: Insights and practices from the Vedic tradition to help mend the divide between masculine and feminine
-Self-empowerment : Understanding and embodying one's true, powerful, and sacred nature
-Upcoming Programs, Trainings & Retreats
-Nectar of You Retreat in Portugal
-Mentorships & The Diamond Mistress/Mastermind Group Program
-Devi Temple Membership
-Invitation to join the 36-day Challenge to Ritualise your life
-The collective aspect of spiritual growth and the need for supportive community —
Nectar of You In-person Retreat in Portugal: https://www.devischool.info/sacred-erotic-wealth-expansion
The Diamond Mistress/Mastermind Group Program: https://www.devischool.info/the-diamond
The Devi Temple Membership: https://www.devischool.info/devi-temple
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Website: https://www.devischool.info/
You are born with a purpose. You are born a leader. You are born with a legacy. Receive my free Vision Quest and regular emails that inspire you live a life of freedom, reawaken your erotic aliveness and follow your highest path. https://www.devischool.info/vision-quest
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/born-to-be-free/id1732123169
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What if we lived in a world where pleasure and conscious connection are celebrated as powerful tools for healing and transformation?
Imagine a world with less abuse, less rape, less war, and less hate—a world where our bodies are revered as temples and our sexual energy nourishes our hearts and souls.
Join me and the beautiful, incredible Bibi, a certified love, sex, and relationship coach, holistic sexuality international speaker, and trailblazer in conscious sexuality, on this captivating episode of the "Born To Be Free" podcast.
In this episode, Bibi shares her mesmerizing journey from a high-powered corporate finance career to a life of passion, authenticity, and spiritual awakening through the realm of conscious sexuality. We delve into the magic of our meeting at the Fields of Grace retreat, where we forged a deep connection through sacred rituals, self-pleasuring, dancing, and profound sharing circles.
Bibi opens up about the challenges she faced on her path, battling doubt and imposter syndrome, and navigating the explosive growth of her business during the pandemic. She reveals how she gracefully adapts to the ever-changing landscape of the online world, all while honoring her intuition and embracing self-love.
Discover Bibi’s vision and her innovative approach to organizing sensual ceremonies that foster deep connections and transformative experiences, all while championing a sexual revolution that expands our vocabulary and understanding of holistic sexual health.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to explore the transformative power of pleasure, embrace change, and join a movement towards a new paradigm of conscious sexuality and holistic well-being.
**Show Notes:**
About Bibi Brzozka
Bibi Brzozka is a VITA certified Sex, Love & Relationship coach, Erotic Blueprint certified coach, and international holistic sexuality speaker. She has shared her teachings with over 100,000 people worldwide, sparking conversations about intimacy and sex in unexpected places. Bibi has delivered over 300 talks in English and Spanish at various events globally, and hosted workshops both in person and online, recently guiding 1,300 women during a live pleasure practice via Zoom.
Featured in Vogue, Elle, and CondeNast Magazines, Bibi also appears on renowned podcasts like the MindValley Podcast with Vishen. She works with individuals and couples of all genders and sexualities, splitting her time between Tulum, Mexico, and touring the globe. Bibi inspires others to find their purpose and embrace their authentic voices, believing that sexuality is a profound tool for personal development.
Follow Bibi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/planetbibi/
Website: https//www.bibibrzozka.com/
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Follow Sharada Devi's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharada_devi_school/
Website: https://www.devischool.info/
You are born with a purpose. You are born a leader. You are born with a legacy. Receive my free Vision Quest and regular emails that inspire you live a life of freedom, re awaken your erotic aliveness and follow your highest path. https://www.devischool.info/vision-quest
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/born-to-be-free/id1732123169
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For All: Discover the sanctuary of your being with weekly online Vedic Wisdom Classes https://www.devischool.info/vaidika-dharma-online-classes
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Dive into the heart of what it means to embrace sacred wealth and divine surrender.
Join us as we explore the intricate dance between spiritual growth and material abundance, revealing the path to living a life in alignment with your deepest truth.
Our guest, Sofia Sundari, a luminous presence in the realms of sacred beauty and wealth. As a self-made multimillionaire and the author of "Liberation into Orgasm," her journey is nothing short of inspiring. Starting as a yoga and meditation teacher, Sofia evolved into an embodiment of divine feminine energy and sacred sexuality, impacting countless lives along the way. Her story is a testament to the transformative power of surrender and the courage to follow one's true calling, leading to a state of bliss and abundance where every experience is seen as sacred. Through her teachings, Sofia guides individuals towards their supreme destiny with grace and power.
In our conversation, Sofia shares her transformative experiences, from her initial steps into meditation to her current state of profound rebirth. She delves into the concept of wealth as a warm, loving presence that transcends mere financial abundance. Wealth is about how we rest in the abundance around us and how we express and direct this energy in our lives.
We also explore the importance of surrender and trust in the divine. Surrendering to the divine beloved within us leads to a state of bliss and oneness, allowing us to live more fully and authentically.
This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone seeking to harmonize their spiritual journey with the fullness of life. It’s an invitation to redefine wealth and success, embracing a life of abundance, love, and divine alignment.
Join us on this enlightening journey. Tune in to embrace sacred wealth and divine surrender with Sofia Sundari. Listen now to transform your understanding of wealth and spiritual fulfillment.
**Show Notes:**
- Sofia’s spiritual awakening; A transformative experience during a meditation retreat that led Sofia to a state of bliss and lightness, shaping her spiritual path.
- Embracing both wild and tender sides for a fuller, authentic life.
- Defining the Beloved
- Surrender as a deep act of faith and connection to the divine
- Evolution as a spiral, continuously revisiting and healing personal and ancestral traumas.
- Embodying true wealth, shifting from scarcity to abundance, and viewing wealth as more than just financial success.
- Sofia’s path to Becoming a Multimillionaire
- Expansion and Fear
- Sofia’s reflections on personal stories, jealousy, and the journey of opening up and sharing vulnerably
- The transformation from self-hatred to self-love
- Sacredness of Human Experience
- Wealth as a support for living one's highest mission, enabling financial freedom and profound impact.
- The essence of leadership in the new paradigm
- Importance of community and overcoming wounds, emphasizing the need for sacred mirrors and support on the spiritual journey
About Sofia Sundari
Sofia Sundari is an international transformational leader, bestselling author of the book Liberation into Orgasm & facilitator of courses on spiritual development and sacred sexuality. Her work has been featured on multiple podcasts and in many publications, including Shape Magazine, The Elephant Journal, Healthline, Bustle, Yoga Journal and Metro. She helps people all over the world return to their to their innate beauty, power and love.
After leaving her law career in 2009, Sofia spent many years in jungles of Thailand and Bali and later to the desert of California and mountains of Colombia where she was practicing 6-8 hours of meditation, hatha and kundalini yoga and tantra every day.
She draws her work from lineages of Tantra, Kashmiri Shaivism, Hatha and Kundalini yoga, Taoism, western esoteric science, transpersonal psychology, quantum physics and shamanism.
Over the past decade she has worked with thousands of people from 80 countries, held over 30 worldwide trainings, over 100 workshops, developed 5 online courses on the subject of sacred sexuality and garners a strong online following of over 100,000 people.
Follow Sofia Sundari’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofiasundari/
Website: https://sofiasundari.com/
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In the boundless expanse of spiritual exploration, there are luminaries whose presence illuminates the path for countless seekers. Among them shines Kaya Mindlin, a luminary revered as the "teacher behind the teacher" in the realms of yoga, āyurveda, astrology and yoga nidrā. With her profound wisdom and gentle guidance, Kaya has become a beacon of light, guiding souls on their journey to self-discovery.
In this episode, we embark on a transformative journey alongside Kaya, delving deep into the intricate tapestry of divine timing, free will, and destiny. At the heart of our exploration lies the founding of Kaya's institute, a visionary endeavor born from the sage counsel of Swami Dayananda, our revered guru whose wisdom continues to inspire generations.
Together with her husband, Kaya embarked on a sacred mission to create a sanctuary of learning, where seekers could immerse themselves in the teachings of yoga and Vedanta. As we traverse the terrain of destiny and free will, we confront the rawness of human experience – the trials of womanhood, the scars of past wounds, and the delicate dance of embodying "juiciness" in spiritual teachings.
The juiciness of sexuality, femininity, the juiciness of the Devi. Between fate and choice, destiny and free will is a dance of cosmic proportions, where each step is guided by the wisdom of the ages and the light of our own inner knowing. Amidst twists and turns of life's journey, a beautiful reminder of embracing our true selves – messy bits and all – is the key to unlocking the door to freedom.
Enjoy this episode, and may it serve as a guiding light on your own path of self-discovery and spiritual exploration.
**Show Notes:**
- Establishing the Institute
- Jyotisha (Vedic astrology) as the "eye" of the Vedas
- Astrology and divine timing
- Vedic view on Free will & Destiny
- Karmic aspect of meeting one's spouse
- Pursuit of ultimate freedom and ‘’moksha’’
- Parental loss and the quest for understanding suffering
- Vedic tradition & meditation from a teacher at 19
- The teacher as pivotal point in spiritual journey
- Addressing past traumas and pain in the pursuit of freedom
- Holding the tradition as a woman amidst renunciate models
- Discovery of womanhood
- Sacred Sexuality into spiritual tradition
- Teachers embodying juiciness
- Freedom in loving oneself unconditionally.
Timestamps:
- 00:00: Intro
- 00:39: Introduction of Kaya Mindlin, expressing gratitude and admiration.
- 01:06: Highlighting their shared lineage from Swami Dayananda and their online connection.
- 02:20: Description of Kaya Mindlin's background as a teacher and lineage holder in yoga and Vedanta.
- 04:28: Discussion about the podcast and the decision to invite Kaya.
- 05:32: Explanation of Mahasamadhi and its significance in Vedanta.
- 06:37: Overview of Swami Dayananda's dedication to Vedanta and the vision of oneness.
- 07:07: Explanation of the background of Swami Dayananda and Kaya Mindlin's experience with him.
- 09:11: Description of the intimate and unexpected time spent with Swami Dayananda in the US ashram.
- 11:03: Swami Dayananda's guidance for Kaya and Michael to establish an institute, shared during a private meeting.
- 13:07: Explanation of Jyotisha (Vedic astrology) as the "eye" of the Vedas and its importance in various aspects of life.
- 14:42: Discussion on the use of astrology to understand divine timing and its applications in individual lives.
- 15:48: Discussing the Vedic view on free will and destiny.
- 18:32: Reflecting on the importance of trustworthy Jyotishas (astrologers).
- 19:16: Reflecting on the karmic aspect of meeting one's spouse.
- 22:15: Sharing the story of how Kaya and her husband first met.
- 28:10: Discussing the concept of freedom and its pursuit.
- 29:25: Reflecting on the momentum of karma and the pursuit of freedom.
- 30:02: Pursuit of ultimate freedom and moksha.
- 30:45: Experience of suffering due to the sudden death of the father at age 10.
- 31:20: Reflections on the impact of parental loss and the quest for understanding suffering.
- 32:35: Introduction to the Vedic tradition and learning meditation from a teacher at 19.
- 33:08: Profound experiences of expansiveness through meditation
- 33:34: Recognition of meeting a teacher as a pivotal point in the spiritual journey.
- 36:19: Reflections on having imperfect teachers and the blessing of extracting value from them.
- 38:06: Importance of teachers in transmitting luminosity and understanding, leading to self-discovery.
- 40:10: Inspiring vulnerability in teaching, shedding the expectation of perfection for both teachers and students.
- 41:27: Emphasizing the importance of being real and vulnerable in one's spiritual journey.
- 42:46: Describing the process of melting down the ego and rebuilding a healthy self-image.
- 44:37: Addressing past traumas and pain in the pursuit of freedom.
- 45:17: Discussing the significance of personal transformation within the Vedic tradition.
- 46:55: Exploring the internal process of renunciation and embracing one's role in the world.
- 48:27: Reflecting on the experience of holding the tradition as a woman amidst renunciate models.
- 52:36: Sharing the transformative journey of teaching the Bhagavad Gita while pregnant.
- 55:55: Expressing love for being a student and teacher, emphasizing the role of love in teaching.
- 57:57: Exploring the discovery of womanhood and the healing journey of sexual wounds.
- 59:28: Sacred sexuality and its connection to spiritual practice.
- 1:00:00: Incorporating sexuality into spiritual tradition in a healthy and empowering way.
- 1:02:23: The rarity of teachers embodying "juiciness" in spiritual teachings, particularly in a female body, and the challenges and opportunities this presents.
- 1:03:22: Personal journey of healing sexual traumas and eventually embracing teaching about sexuality in conjunction with Vedic wisdom.
- 1:06:05: The challenge of reconciling various aspects of life without compartmentalizing, particularly for women, and the vulnerability it entails.
- 1:07:44: Drawing inspiration from Draupadi as a model for being a female householder and teacher.
- 1:09:30: Embracing one's true self despite messiness and vulnerability, and the freedom in loving oneself unconditionally.
**About Kaya Mindlin**
Longtime practitioners seek her for mature practice, meaningful philosophy and authentic pedagogy that reflects her 24+ years of teaching the mystical and practical full spectrum of yoga. She’s a lineage holder and steward of the yoga tradition with 3,000 hours of formal study with her own gurus in the Veda Tradition. Yoga’s intrinsic purpose shines through every aspect of Kaya’s programs.
Teachings generously & spontaneously pour out of Kaya. With storytelling at the heart, she masterfully threads Therapeutic Yoga, Mysticism, Vedic Astrology, Ayurveda, Vedanta, Tantra, Scripture and Mantra.
Her warm, nurturing and layered approach resonates with students all over the world who seek deepen their lives in every way. Programs with Kaya are intricately organized for depth and meaning, yet she remains responsive to individual needs of her students moment to moment.
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“I’m back in Switzerland after 22 years, and it’s a very special moment. It’s snowing, and I’m beginning this new season of the Born to Be Free podcast. I want to dedicate this season to the magic, the profound blessing, and the world of rituals.
Ritual has been a part of my life for a very long time, and it has changed me in every possible way. I’ve discovered that we can ritualize our life, recognizing that everything is a given. Everything here is grace, a gift from the Universe, from the Goddess, from God. When we see what we have, we can’t help but feel gratitude for what is given. We realize that everything is grace.
Meaning, we aren’t really in control of anything. We can have wishes, desires, dreams, but we never know what we’ll actually receive or if we’ll accomplish what we want to accomplish, fulfill our desires. And so, the outcome is given by the universe. Everything is given. We only have a say over our actions. I can choose to act, to refrain, or to act differently. We have free will. And in the Vedic tradition, it’s said that the most powerful way to use our free will is in prayer.
So, what are we praying to? What are we not praying to?
This Universe is an infinite, intelligent being. It’s alive, filled with infinite knowledge. The more we know, the more we realize how much we don’t know. We call this Universe Jagat, the world that comes and goes. In the Vedic tradition, we have many names for this world. We also refer to this world as the Goddess, Devi, or the God, Deva - from the Sanskrit root ‘Dev’, meaning to shine, to be self-luminous. Thus, the Goddess is she who shines, she who is self-existent; Deva is he who shines, he who exists.
God is God, needing nothing else for its existence. This whole universe is, as we call it, Devi or Deva.
This is how the Goddess, how God is, in the form of this magnificent universe, starting with space. Where is space not? Without space, nothing exists; it accommodates all beings. We have the air, especially here in Davos, where it’s so wonderful to breathe because the air is really fresh. So, we have the goddess in the form of air. We get to breathe, to feel the cold, the heat. We have fire, the Goddess, God in the form of fire, the heat, the sun, without which we cannot see anything. And we have water. Imagine life without water. Because of water, we can taste, and we have the earth. Because of the earth, we can smell. Thus, we’re constantly experiencing the Goddess, God through existing, hearing, speaking, feeling, seeing, smelling, tasting.
However, we’re often not aware of this because we’ve been told that the Goddess, God, or God is something else. Who talks about the Goddess? She’s been long forgotten but is now reemerging. We’ve mainly talked about the God that most people are introduced to as sitting up in the sky, judging us. Such a concept of God is not very trustworthy, leading many to dismiss God altogether because the image we’ve been given is not believable.
In the Vedic tradition, we don’t just believe in God or the Goddess; we seek to know, to understand, to discover God, Goddess in everything and everyone, including ourselves.
Discovering that God, Goddess is, that you are God, I am God, and all that is here is God, means recognizing that all is sacred, nothing is profane. We are in a constant state of prayer, of gratitude, grateful for waking up each morning, for our legs that carry us, for the water that cleanses us.
There’s consciousness in every action, a realization that nothing can be taken for granted. Ritualizing our life is a beautiful way to stay in touch with the reality that everything here is given, is grace, is sacred. It makes life meaningful, purposeful, and allows us to enter the magic that always is. I learned from my teacher and lineage to ritualize my life, from waking until bedtime, maintaining a state of prayer because we cannot take anything for granted. When we are in prayer, our hearts grow, open up.
An open heart is what we all desire, as opposed to a closed heart that leads to isolation, loneliness, and depression. Shutting down our heart also shuts down our capacity to feel joy and gratitude. Gratitude and love are the most beautiful feelings, bringing peace and a sense of limitlessness. And that is what we are: limitless.
The Vedic vision helps us see our limitless nature. Ritualizing our life helps us discover this truth, to feel again, to enter the sacred beauty of life. Sacred beauty, to me, is accepting ourselves, the most attractive form of self-acceptance.
This episode is dedicated to rituals. The Vedic tradition celebrates the sacredness of life in various forms all year long, celebrating goddesses, gods, and the gift of life.
One such celebration is Navaratri, dedicated to Durga, ‘she who takes away pain,’ also known as the great Mother. It reminds us of the pain passed down through generations due to a lack of self-knowledge. Durga, however, knows she is limitless, whole, complete, embodying self-acceptance and thus able to accept everyone. Her qualities are truly admirable.
Durga’s many qualities are celebrated during Navaratri, the nine nights dedicated to her, symbolizing the celebration of life’s gift in countless forms throughout the year in India.
” In the Vedic tradition, it is said: “Yad Bhavam Tad Bhavati,” which means “as you admire, so you become.”
When we admire Durga, the goddess who embodies qualities such as the removal of pain, acceptance, unconditional love, non-judgment, and absolute validation, we start to emulate these attributes.
During Navaratri, the nine nights dedicated to the goddess, we worship Durga through rituals, creating a beautiful altar symbolic of the universe, and offering gifts like flowers, incense, honey, oil essence, fruits & anything else our hearts would like to offer.
This period is a time of self-inquiry and spiritual practice, aimed at neutralizing judgments and unhealthy patterns that hinder our emotional and spiritual growth. Navaratri is a sacred time for reflecting on and practicing Dharma, which refers to the principles that sustain and uphold life through universal values such as Ahimsa (non-harming) and Satyam (truthfulness).
Engaging in these practices helps to neutralize unhealthy patterns and cultivate spiritual wealth, which can manifest in auspicious situations in this life or future ones.
It is a time for recognizing the importance of Dharma in protecting us from harm and guiding us towards truth and love. The festival also provides an opportunity to process pain and emotions through the invocation of goddesses like Durga and Kali, embracing all emotions as sacred.
Through rituals, dance, music, and art, Navaratri encourages the expression of these emotions in healthy ways, leading to transformation and growth.
For the past four years, the Devi school has celebrated Navaratri through an online festival, bringing together a community of individuals from around the world to participate in spiritual practices and workshops.
This celebration has fostered growth and transformation, demonstrating the profound impact of opening oneself to the teachings and rituals of Navaratri. This time we are meeting for Spring Navaratri, join us for free.
You can sign up here https://www.devischool.info/navaratri-sadhana
**Show Notes:**
-New Season of Born to Be Free Podcast
-Quest for Freedom and Spiritual Awakening in India
-Impact of Rituals on Life
-Daily Gratitude & Prayer
-Navaratri, the Nine Nights of the Goddess
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The inaugural season of the Born to Be Free Podcast has just wrapped up,
and I'm thrilled to announce the launch of Season 2.
Kicking things off, I'm joined by my dear heart sister, Beta Gaiana Lisboa—a Trauma Therapist, Menopause Mentor, Kanika Temple Wear Designer, and the author of the Embodiment Guide for Women.
Together, we dive into a controversial discussion that is bound to ignite diverse viewpoints. At the heart of being free lies sexual freedom—the liberty to express oneself wholly, untethered by societal dictations of dignity.
In this vast universe, nothing is profane; everything is sacred. We enter this world as sacred, sexually free beings, indulging in self-pleasure even within our mothers' wombs. The natural curiosity an infant has to explore their body embodies the sacred innocence many of us have regrettably lost.
As children, our play knows no bounds until the moment an adult intervenes, admonishing our self-exploration or our interactions with peers, imprinting a deep wound. This trauma often follows us into adulthood, where we conceal our sexual desires and fantasies. Closing the door on our erotic innocence means shutting out our boundless, orgasmic creative potential.
Sexual energy is not only healing and empowering but profoundly sacred.
May this episode reignites your spark of Eros and nudges you one step closer to true freedom.
Show Notes
• Return to Erotic Innocence
• The Healing Nature of Sacred Play Dates
• Shutdown in Early Age
• Projections of Society and People
• The Fear of Being Judged and Rejected
• Healing the Shame of Being a Sexual Being
• The Myth of Black Magic
• Why Trauma Healing Alone Is Not Enough
• Adding Pleasure as the Key to Heal Our Traumas
• Integrating Spirituality and Pleasure with Trauma Healing
• Making Love to One’s Pain and Shame
• Discovering One’s Orgasmic Pain, Orgasmic Shame
• Becoming a Trauma-Informed, Pleasure-Based DEVI Coach with Devi School
• The Launch of Gaiana’s First Book: The Embodiment Guide for Women • Kanika Temple Wear - Wearing Your Blessings
Beta Gaiana Lisboa’s Bio is a passionate Brazilian spiritual seeker, founder of Dynamic Spiral Yin Fascial Yoga, a fascia awareness yoga system. She offers and a Yoga Mentoring Program and is a Women's Embodiment Coach, a Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapist, a Myofascial Release Bodywork Healer, and Author. She has over 25 years of research and study in Women’s Embodiment and Trauma Healing Integration. Her School of Yoga advocated over more than 500 graduates in 20 different countries with over 5000 hours of teaching experience.
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