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Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati
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About Sadhviji: Recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award by U.S. President Joe Biden, Sadhviji is a revered spiritual leader, bestselling author, captivating motivational speaker. A beacon of light and testament to the spiritual power of selfless service, Sadhviji occupies a unique space in matters not only spiritual, but in business, personal, and environmental, and uplifts all she comes into contact with. Originally from Los Angeles, and a graduate of Stanford University, Sadhviji is a renunciate monk (sanyasi) with a PhD in psychology who has lived at Parmarth Niketan Ashram in Rishikesh, India, for nearly three decades. Sadhviji's website: www.sadhviji.org Sadhviji's new memoir: https://www.HollywoodToTheHimalayas.com Connect with Sadhviji: Instagram:  Main: https://www.instagram.com/sadhvijiHindi: https://www.instagram.com/Sadhviji.HindiSpanish: https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji_en_espanolYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/sadhvijiIG Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sadhvijiX: https://x.com/SadhviBhagawatiFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadhviBhagawatiSaraswatiLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/SadhviBhagawatiSaraswati Talks: TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxYqIjqwHucTimes of India Speaking Tree: http://www.speakingtree.in/sadhvibhag… Parmarth Niketan Ashram Rishikesh: Website: https://www.parmarth.orgX/FB/Instagram/YouTube: @ParmarthNiketan  Initiatives & Programmes:GLOBAL INTERFAITH WASH ALLIANCE: https://www.washalliance.orgDIVINE SHAKTI FOUNDATION: https://divineshaktifoundation.org/INTERNATIONAL YOGA FESTIVAL: https://www.internationalyogafestival.org    

  1. 5d ago

    Ep86. Brain Defenders: How to Protect Your Brain, Shape Your Future & Live with Greater Awareness - A Conversation with Dr David Perlmutter

    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 metabolism, inflammation and the brain's immune system, including the role of microglial cells and how factors such as diet, blood sugar, exercise, sleep, stress and our environment can influence brain health. They also look at why protecting the brain isn't simply about preventing cognitive decline—it is about preserving our ability to think, remember, connect, meditate, create and fully experience our lives. The conversation also opens a beautiful bridge between modern neuroscience and ancient spiritual wisdom. Sadhviji and Dr. Perlmutter discuss how our responses to stress affect the brain, how meditation and yoga can help change those responses, and how the choices we make today can quite literally help shape our future. Tune in to hear them discuss:  What are the brain's microglial cells, and why are they so important to brain health?  How do blood sugar, metabolism and inflammation affect the brain?  Why does protecting brain health need to begin decades before cognitive decline appears?  What role do diet, exercise, sleep and stress management play in defending the brain?  How does chronic stress affect the brain, and why does our response to stress matter?  Can meditation, yoga and spiritual practice help protect the brain?  Are our genes our destiny, or are we able to influence the future of our brain?  What can neuroscience teach us about karma, free will and the choices we make today? This is a powerful conversation about agency: the understanding that while we may have predispositions we cannot control, we also have an extraordinary capacity to influence the health of our brain through how we live, think, eat, move and respond to the world around us. 📖 Dr. David Perlmutter's new book, Brain Defenders, is available at BrainDefenders.com. Join Sadhviji and Dr. Perlmutter for a fascinating conversation at the intersection of neuroscience, lifestyle and spirituality—and a reminder that we can each become the architect of our brain's destiny. If you would like to ask a question, please get in touch via social media (links below). Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji.hindi https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji_en_espanol YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sadhviji IG Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sadhviji X: https://x.com/SadhviBhagawati Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadhviBhagawatiSaraswati/ LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/sadhvi-bhagawati-saraswati-75822283 Bio: Sadhviji has devoted her life to guiding individuals in liberating themselves from self-limiting beliefs and...

  2. Sep 7

    Ep85. Understanding the Divine: Mantras, Meditation, and Discovering Your Spiritual Path

    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 tears may arise and what they signify on the spiritual path. This conversation also speaks to a common concern among seekers who feel drawn to many mantras and forms of the Divine. Sadhviji shares guidance on how to honor that connection while learning to focus devotion and spiritual practice. Finally, the discussion turns to the profound questions of swadharma and spiritual calling—how to recognize one’s true nature and discern the spiritual path that is most aligned for each individual. Tune in to hear answers to these soulful questions: Who is the Divine, and how can the sacred be understood beyond form and name?Why do emotions and tears arise during or after meditation and chanting?If there is a connection to many mantras and Gods, how can focus be brought to one?How can swadharma be discovered?How does one know which spiritual path is meant for them?Join us for a gentle and illuminating conversation on devotion, discernment, and walking a unique spiritual path with trust and clarity. If you would like to ask a question, please get in touch via social media (links below). Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji.hindi https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji_en_espanol YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sadhviji IG Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sadhviji X: https://x.com/SadhviBhagawati Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadhviBhagawatiSaraswati/ LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/sadhvi-bhagawati-saraswati-75822283 Bio: Sadhviji has devoted her life to guiding individuals in liberating themselves from self-limiting beliefs and...

  3. Aug 31

    Ep84. How Do We Raise Good Children, End Suffering, and Find Meaning Again?

    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 more than external conditions. Sadhviji then expands the lens outward to the world at large, examining the root causes of conflict and suffering in society. She offers a perspective that goes beyond surface-level politics, pointing toward deeper human tendencies and inner states that fuel division and unrest. Finally, the conversation turns inward to the experience of inertia and emotional fatigue that often comes with aging or life transitions. Sadhviji shares insight on how to reconnect with purpose, rekindle inner enthusiasm, and rediscover meaning and satisfaction in everyday life. Tune in to hear reflections on these essential questions:  What is the best way to raise children in today’s modern, fast-paced, and challenging world?  What is the root cause of all the world’s conflicts and suffering, and what can we do about it?  As I get older, I feel like I’ve lost my passion for life and am struggling with inertia—what can I do to feel more satisfied and alive? Join us for a grounding and eye-opening conversation on conscious parenting, the nature of conflict, and finding renewed purpose within. If you would like to ask a question, please get in touch via social media (links below). Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji.hindi https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji_en_espanol YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sadhviji IG Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sadhviji X: https://x.com/SadhviBhagawati Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadhviBhagawatiSaraswati/ LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/sadhvi-bhagawati-saraswati-75822283 Bio: Sadhviji has devoted her life to guiding individuals in liberating themselves from self-limiting beliefs and...

  4. Aug 24

    Ep83. Betrayal, Karma, and Forgiveness: How Do You Keep Your Heart Open?

    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, exploring whether relationships are bound by karma for life, and how to understand separation or divorce through a spiritual lens without guilt or judgment. The conversation moves into the tender space of self-blame and regret, as Sadhviji offers insight into how to deal with guilt from not standing up for oneself in an abusive relationship, and how healing begins with self-compassion rather than self-punishment. Finally, Sadhviji explores one of the most difficult spiritual practices: how to cultivate love toward those we feel aversion toward, and what it truly means to rise beyond emotional reaction into conscious awareness. Tune in to hear reflections on these essential questions:  If someone breaks your trust or makes a fool out of you, should I still think good of them?  Is marriage considered a karmic union for life? Does separation or divorce bring bad karma?  How do I deal with feelings of guilt for not standing up for myself in an abusive relationship?  How do I practice love for people I feel aversion towards? Join us for a grounding and compassionate conversation on trust, karma, forgiveness, and the deeper path of emotional and spiritual healing. If you would like to ask a question, please get in touch via social media (links below). Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji.hindi https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji_en_espanol YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sadhviji IG Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sadhviji X: https://x.com/SadhviBhagawati Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadhviBhagawatiSaraswati/ LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/sadhvi-bhagawati-saraswati-75822283 Bio: Sadhviji has devoted her life to guiding individuals in liberating themselves from self-limiting beliefs and...

  5. Aug 17

    Ep82. Beyond Darwin: Science, Spirituality & the Truth About Human Evolution - A Conversation with Dr Bruce Lipton

    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, community and interconnectedness—not competition—are the true foundations of life. Together, Sadhviji and Dr. Lipton explore the extraordinary meeting point between quantum physics and ancient spiritual wisdom, revealing how modern science is beginning to validate truths that the sages of India have taught for thousands of years: that consciousness shapes reality, that our thoughts influence our health and our world, and that we are far more powerful than we have been led to believe.  Tune in to hear them discuss:  Is "survival of the fittest" really how evolution works?  Why are cooperation and community essential for our future?  How do our thoughts literally shape our health and reality?  What can quantum physics teach us about consciousness, karma and reincarnation?  How does modern science confirm the timeless wisdom of Vedanta?  Why is changing our inner world the key to transforming our outer world? This inspiring conversation offers a hopeful vision for humanity—one that replaces fear with connection, competition with collaboration, and separation with oneness. 📖 Dr. Bruce Lipton's new book, Beyond Darwin, is available here: US Amazon UK Amazon Join us for a fascinating conversation where science and spirituality come together to reveal a new understanding of ourselves, our world, and the future of human evolution. If you would like to ask a question, please get in touch via social media (links below). Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji.hindi https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji_en_espanol YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sadhviji IG Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sadhviji X: https://x.com/SadhviBhagawati Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadhviBhagawatiSaraswati/ LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/sadhvi-bhagawati-saraswati-75822283 Bio: Sadhviji has devoted her life to guiding individuals in liberating themselves from self-limiting beliefs and...

  6. Aug 10

    Ep81. Why You Don’t Feel Spiritually Connected (And How to Change That)

    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 spiritual experiences not happen for everyone in the same way? She explores the role of readiness, perception, and grace, and offers guidance on how one can cultivate a deeper sense of connection with the divine in everyday life. Finally, the conversation turns inward to the challenge of letting go of attachment and overcoming ignorance of the self. Sadhviji explains how true understanding of the self leads to inner freedom, and how gradual awareness can dissolve the illusion that keeps us bound to suffering. Tune in to hear reflections on these essential questions:  What does renunciation really entail?  Why don’t profound spiritual experiences happen for everyone, and how do I feel more connected to the divine?  How do I let go of attachment and overcome ignorance of the self? Join us for a grounding and illuminating conversation on renunciation, inner awakening, and the journey toward true spiritual freedom. If you would like to ask a question, please get in touch via social media (links below). Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji.hindi https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji_en_espanol YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sadhviji IG Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sadhviji X: https://x.com/SadhviBhagawati Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadhviBhagawatiSaraswati/ LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/sadhvi-bhagawati-saraswati-75822283 Bio: Sadhviji has devoted her life to guiding individuals in liberating themselves from self-limiting beliefs and...

  7. Aug 3

    Ep80. AI Is Not Your Guru: Don't Outsource Your Inner Life

    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 answers to life's deepest questions. But can artificial intelligence offer wisdom? Can technology replace intuition, discernment, creativity, or spiritual experience? In this thought-provoking satsang, Sadhviji draws on the ancient Vedic teachings of aparavidya (knowledge about) and paravidya (direct realization) to explore the difference between information and wisdom. While AI may be the greatest repository of information humanity has ever created, she reminds us that the deepest truths of life cannot be downloaded, generated, or automated. What happens when we begin outsourcing our inner lives to technology? How do we benefit from AI without losing our capacity for attention, creativity, self-knowledge, and authentic human connection? And what role does spiritual intelligence play in an age increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence? In this episode, Sadhviji explores: • The difference between information, knowledge, and wisdom • Why AI can explain experience but cannot replace it • The Vedic concepts of aparavidya and paravidya • How technology impacts attention, identity, and discernment • The dangers of outsourcing our emotional and spiritual lives • Loneliness, connection, and the importance of human presence • Why creativity is about the process, not just the product • How AI may challenge us to rediscover who we truly are • The relationship between artificial intelligence and spiritual intelligence Join us for this fascinating conversation as we explore how to embrace the benefits of technology while remaining deeply rooted in awareness, wisdom, and the timeless truth of our own being. If you would like to ask a question, please get in touch via social media (links below). Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji.hindi https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji_en_espanol YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sadhviji IG Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sadhviji X: https://x.com/SadhviBhagawati Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadhviBhagawatiSaraswati/ LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/sadhvi-bhagawati-saraswati-75822283 Bio: Sadhviji has devoted her life to guiding individuals in liberating themselves from self-limiting beliefs and...

  8. Jul 27

    Ep79. Redefining Success Part 4: The Secret to a Truly Successful Life

    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: Success is freedom. Freedom from other people’s expectations. Freedom from the need for approval. Freedom from attachment to outcomes. Freedom from the illusion that we are the sole doers of our lives. Drawing on the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita, Sadhviji shares a memorable acronym—A.L.I.V.E.—to help us embody success in daily life through Awareness, Love, Integrity, Vairagya (spiritual freedom), and Engagement. This final session of the series also features a heartfelt and deeply moving Q&A covering caregiving, dementia, women in leadership, family life versus monastic life, spiritual freedom, and how to remain grounded amidst life’s greatest challenges. What if success is not something we achieve? What if success is the freedom to live fully, consciously, lovingly, and authentically in every moment? In this episode, Sadhviji explores: • Why true success is ultimately about freedom, not achievement  • How awareness helps us step out of drama and into presence  • The essential role of love in a meaningful and fulfilling life  • Why integrity matters more than money, status, or recognition  • The deeper meaning of vairagya and spiritual non-attachment • How focus and engagement help us live our dharma fully • Whether enlightenment requires becoming a monk or leaving family life • How to navigate caregiving, aging, and dementia with compassion • The importance of the feminine principle in leadership and service • Practical ways to live with greater purpose, peace, and fulfillment Join us for this inspiring final conversation in the Redefining Success series as we discover what it means to be truly A.L.I.V.E.—living with awareness, love, integrity, freedom, and wholehearted engagement in the world. If you would like to ask a question, please get in touch via social media (links below). Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji.hindi https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji_en_espanol YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sadhviji IG Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sadhviji X: https://x.com/SadhviBhagawati Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadhviBhagawatiSaraswati/ LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/sadhvi-bhagawati-saraswati-75822283 Bio: Sadhviji has devoted her life to guiding individuals in liberating themselves from self-limiting beliefs and...

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About Sadhviji: Recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award by U.S. President Joe Biden, Sadhviji is a revered spiritual leader, bestselling author, captivating motivational speaker. A beacon of light and testament to the spiritual power of selfless service, Sadhviji occupies a unique space in matters not only spiritual, but in business, personal, and environmental, and uplifts all she comes into contact with. Originally from Los Angeles, and a graduate of Stanford University, Sadhviji is a renunciate monk (sanyasi) with a PhD in psychology who has lived at Parmarth Niketan Ashram in Rishikesh, India, for nearly three decades. Sadhviji's website: www.sadhviji.org Sadhviji's new memoir: https://www.HollywoodToTheHimalayas.com Connect with Sadhviji: Instagram:  Main: https://www.instagram.com/sadhvijiHindi: https://www.instagram.com/Sadhviji.HindiSpanish: https://www.instagram.com/sadhviji_en_espanolYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/sadhvijiIG Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sadhvijiX: https://x.com/SadhviBhagawatiFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SadhviBhagawatiSaraswatiLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/SadhviBhagawatiSaraswati Talks: TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxYqIjqwHucTimes of India Speaking Tree: http://www.speakingtree.in/sadhvibhag… Parmarth Niketan Ashram Rishikesh: Website: https://www.parmarth.orgX/FB/Instagram/YouTube: @ParmarthNiketan  Initiatives & Programmes:GLOBAL INTERFAITH WASH ALLIANCE: https://www.washalliance.orgDIVINE SHAKTI FOUNDATION: https://divineshaktifoundation.org/INTERNATIONAL YOGA FESTIVAL: https://www.internationalyogafestival.org    

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    Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    86
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