A Curious Yogi with Bobbi Paidel

• Zach | Oneness In Practice & Choosing Your Sadhana

  "Start with ‘I am free’. Then you can still work on yourself as you need to."Today, I’m happy to be sharing this delightful conversation with one of my favourite people, my dear friend Zach, a lifelong practitioner of sadhana who grew up in the Indian Himalayas at a meditation institute, in the company of an enlightened Guru. I waited a while to finally get Zach onto the show, as he is a true yogi, but one who spends his time privately. In this episode, we explore the profound journey of self-discovery and sadhana with insights from Zach’s lifetime in the Himalayas.Here’s what we discuss:➖ The impact of growing up in a spiritual community➖ The challenges and choices in a life dedicated to sadhana➖ Insights from Swamiji's teachings on freedom and self-realization ➖The balance between worldly duties and spiritual practiceI really loved hearing Zach's reflections on the value of continuously choosing to live in truth and the importance of surrounding oneself with good company. You know, living our sadhana? I promise you’ll enjoy Zach as much I do, and also take some points to get curious about when delving into the essence of living a life of freedom and authenticity.In oneness, BobbiThanks for listening! 💭Support the podcast and join monthly satsangs at patreon.com/acuriousyogipodcast 💭 If you liked this episode, please leave a review – it really, really helps the show reach more people, plus I love reading each one. 💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories @bobbipaidel 💭Join me in northern India for the Yog Sadhana Retreat Himalaya March 2026 bobbipaidel.com/himalayan-retreat 💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, be a guest, or practice together, find me at bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨

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• Good Company with Vijay Shyam | S4 Ep 5

  Embracing the Paradox. Hi Curious Yogis,I’m here with my friend Vijay and fellow meditator, and I’m so excited to share the first rendition of a new podcast format I'm calling Good Company. It’s a part of The Curious Yogi Podcast, created to offer something a little different: spontaneous, live-streamed satsang that invites you, the community of listeners and Patreon members, into deeper connection and active participation.In this inaugural conversation, recorded live in Copenhagen, we dive straight into the heart of what it means to walk the spiritual path while still being fully human. It’s a real, unscripted exchange. Just two seekers exploring the paradoxes of life and truth together.We touch on the nature of mind, the illusion of control, the role of desire and attachment, and reflect on timeless teachings like the Bhagavad Gita, all while holding space for not-knowing and being present with what is.Most of all, this episode is a celebration of satsang, the kind of good company that nourishes and supports true inquiry.In this episode:The paradox of being human and awareHow desire and attachment shape our experienceWisdom from the Bhagavad Gita and other sacred textsThe deep value of spiritual friendship and satsang🎧 About this Format Good Company is for all of us who want more live, engaged spiritual dialogue. It’s about presence over perfection, connection over performance. And it’s a way to offer more value and opportunities to get involved, especially for our Patreon supporters and Curious Yogi community.🙏🏽 Thanks for being here. If this conversation resonates, we’d love to hear from you. Your presence and reflections are part of what makes this offering come alive.In oneness,BobbiThanks for listening!💭Support the podcast and join monthly satsangs and live streams at patreon.com/acuriousyogipodcast💭 If you liked this episode, please leave a review – it really, really helps the show reach more people, plus I love reading each one.💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories @bobbipaidel💭Join me in northern India for the Yog Sadhana Retreat Himalaya March 2026 bobbipaidel.com/himalayan-retreat💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, be a guest, or practice together find me at bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨

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• Ram Jain | Philosophical Foundations Of Sankhya & Gyaan Yoga

  "A Sankhya Yogi loses ego every day. A Scholar gains ego every day.” In this episode, I chat with Ram Jain — a fifth-generation yogi and founder of Arhanta Yoga, with ashrams in both India and the Netherlands. Ram’s journey began at a Vedic school at age 8, and his life has since been dedicated to teaching yoga as a path to self-realization and empowerment.We talk about his evolution from aspiring dancer to spiritual teacher, how yoga is perceived differently across cultures, and the deeper meaning behind practices like Sankhya and Gyan Yoga. Ram has a beautiful way of flipping questions back on me, sparking some deep reflection on identity, ego, and the dance between individuality and oneness.He also shares practical advice on choosing a yoga teacher training, including the value of hands-on teaching and staying rooted in tradition.Takeaways from our conversation:➖ Yoga is ultimately about coming home to yourself.➖ Our background shapes how we understand and experience yoga.➖ Some Western students find ideas like karma and reincarnation a bit unfamiliar at first.➖ Sankhya Yoga brings a logical lens to deep questions about who we are.➖ Life unfolds in its own perfect timing — things come when we’re ready.➖ Each soul is unique, yet part of something greater.➖ Yoga invites us to explore who we are beneath all the labels.➖ A strong yoga teacher training should include real-world teaching practice.➖ Experiencing yoga in its cultural roots can bring deeper insight and connection.Find Ram: 🌐 www.arhantayoga.org 📸 IG: @arhanta.yogaThis conversation made me smile, stretch my brain, and sit with some big, beautiful paradoxes. I’d love to hear what stood out to you.In oneness, Bobbi Thanks for listening! 💭Support the podcast and join monthly satsangs at patreon.com/acuriousyogipodcast 💭 If you liked this episode, please leave a review – it really, really helps the show reach more people, plus I love reading each one. 💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories @bobbipaidel 💭Join me in northern India for the Yog Sadhana Retreat Himalaya March 2026 bobbipaidel.com/himalayan-retreat 💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, be a guest, or practice together find me at bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨

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• Reema Datta | The Yogi's Way | S4 Ep 3

  “Consciousness is love, it is who I truly am.” Today I chat with celebrated yoga teacher and author Reema Datta who is on a mission to change that with her recent book The Yogi’s Way: Transform Your Mind, Health, and Reality, which offers a twelve-week self-guided course that empowers readers to break free from the destructive tendencies of their minds and experience lasting peace.Reema shares insights from her own sadhana and of course, her book, exploring the profound influence of family on her spiritual journey, the importance of inner peace, and the foundations of yoga practice. She emphasizes the teachings of Advaita Vedanta, the interconnection of service and spirituality, and the need for cultural sensitivity in yoga.Here are some highlights I took away with me; ➖The essence of yoga goes beyond physical practice➖The real teachings focus on mental purification, which requires meditation & contemplation➖Service & spirituality go hand in hand➖Cultural sensitivity is crucial in sharing yoga practices➖It's okay to mispronounce Sanskrit; focus on intention & authenticity ➖All-day yoga emphasizes breath awareness throughout daily life➖Yoga and Ayurveda work together for self-realization and healing➖Community & friends on this path are essentialVisit Reema online and join her 12-week Yogi’s Way Course Starting September 21st www.ReemaYoga.comBuy the book HEREConnect with Reema on IG @reemayogaI really enjoyed Reema's book and this beautiful conversation. They highlight the need for a broader, more enriched narrative about the teachings of yoga and how we live them daily. I’d highly recommend both as support for your yoga, wherever you are in your journey. In oneness, Bobbi Thanks for listening! 💭Support the podcast and join monthly satsangs at patreon.com/acuriousyogipodcast 💭 If you liked this episode, please leave a review – it really, really helps the show reach more people, plus I love reading each one. 💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories @bobbipaidel 💭Join me in northern India for the Yog Sadhana Retreat Himalaya March 2026 bobbipaidel.com/himalayan-retreat 💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, be a guest, or practice together find me at bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨

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• Deep Priya | Patanjali - The Meditators Guide | S4 Ep 2

  "The only important thing is peace, and peace is your true nature.”In this enlightening episode, I’m talking to a friend and master yogini, Deep Priya, who has been teaching Patanjali Yog Sutras since 1986. Deep Priya shares her profound journey through yoga, dance, and meditation, exploring the interconnectedness of these practices.The conversation delves into the essence of the witness self, the nature of the mind, and the path to liberation through meditation and self-awareness.Deep Priya explores and emphasizes the importance of being present in the moment, understanding the nature of thoughts, and the journey towards achieving peace through meditation. The discussion delves into the differences between samadhi and kevalya, the significance of Patanjali's wisdom in modern life, and the transformative power of meditation in accessing deeper states of consciousness.Here are some key takeaways:➖Authenticity in dance and yoga comes from deep self-awareness➖Patanjali's teachings serve as a guide for meditators seeking liberation➖The witness self is a crucial aspect of understanding one's true nature➖Meditation is essential for comprehending Patanjali's teachings➖The mind's perception can be both beneficial and detrimental➖Kundalini represents a deeper connection to the universe➖The journey of self-discovery is ongoing and requires patience➖The essence of yoga is to achieve peace, and peace is the ultimate goal of spiritual practiceMake sure to head over to A Curious Yogi Patreon page to listen to Deep Priya's full audio track of Sanskrit singing Patanjali’s first Paad.And join me for Living Yoga Sadhana 6-week Immersion beginning May 18th HEREI truly enjoyed and was delighted by this conversation and all the inspiration and wisdom Deep Priya shared. I promise you will, too.In oneness,BobbiThanks for listening!💭Support the podcast and join monthly satsangs at patreon.com/acuriousyogipodcast💭 If you liked this episode, please leave a review – it really, really helps the show reach more people, plus I love reading each one.💭 Share your biggest takeaway on Instagram stories @bobbipaidel💭Join me in northern India for the Yog Sadhana Retreat Himalaya March 2026 bobbipaidel.com/himalayan-retreat💭 If you’d like to chat about the show, be a guest, or practice together, find me at bobbipaidel.com/connect 🙏♥️✨

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