The Cool Yogi: How a Career Change Led to a Life of Mindfulness ft. Anchal Pilani
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In this episode of Unstoppable Woman, Shailja Saraswati sits down with Anchal Pilani, a former corporate professional turned dedicated yoga practitioner and trainer. Anchal shares her inspiring journey from working at top multinational companies in New York to discovering her true calling in yoga.
She discusses the transformative experiences and spiritual awakenings that led her to quit her high-profile job and move back to India. Anshul delves into her practice of Vedanta, her time at various ashrams, and her passion for integrating yoga into everyday life to achieve balance and inner peace.
This conversation is a testament to the power of yoga and spirituality in leading a fulfilling life.
00:00 Introduction
00:31 Anshul's Journey from Corporate to Yoga
01:59 Discovering Yoga and Its Impact
03:18 Transition Back to India
05:28 Ashram Experience and Spiritual Awakening
07:16 Teaching Yoga in Fujairah
08:42 Integrating Spirituality into Daily Life
14:56 Conscious Parenting and Vedanta for Kids
19:40 Breathwork and Healing
21:12 Ayurveda and Intuitive Living
24:09 Clearing the Mind for Intuition
24:52 Questioning Modern Medicine
25:47 The Importance of Awareness
26:09 Responsibility and Connection
29:09 The Power of Vedanta
29:18 The Journey of Self-Study
29:55 Vedanta in Modern Life
33:38 The Science of the Gita
38:33 The Importance of Practice
39:06 Experimenting with Spiritual Practices
40:23 Global Perspectives on Spirituality
43:33 Quick Bites: Fun and Insights
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