Ritam Studio Podcast

Jonni Pollard
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During these short 15-20 minute episodes, Jonni Pollard & Carla Dimattina share ancient knowledge for modern life, insights about meditation experiences, and modern movement techniques that collectively help you be the best of all that you are. Formerly 1 Giant Mind Podcast.

  1. 2D AGO

    The Flow of Divine Intelligence

    Desire isn't what you think it is. That pull toward certain experiences, achievements, or creations isn't simply your personality expressing preferences—it's something far more profound. According to Vedic wisdom, desire represents divine intelligence communicating its will through your unique individuality. Where most of us go wrong is claiming ownership of these desires. We experience an impulse and immediately think "this is mine," hijacking its energy to fulfill ego-based needs and seek external validation. The transformation comes when we recognize desires not as personal whims but as divine guidance moving through us. This quantum leap shifts us from being externally identified—manipulating circumstances for validation—to internally referenced, where we respond to subtle impulses emerging from deep knowingness. The spiritual journey involves surrendering as a servant to this intelligence, confronting our unworthiness, and purifying our inner landscape. We're designed to be upwelling fountains of consciousness, organizing and expressing intelligence that evolves everything it touches. By confronting the fears and pain blocking this expression, desire becomes crystal clear, carrying with it all the energy, ideas and enthusiasm needed for manifestation. Rather than seeing competing interests, we can view all desires as one continuous stream—with deeper impulses containing the overarching story of what truly needs fulfillment. Remember: what matters isn't what you create but how you create it. The process of being present and connected to intelligence far outweighs any specific outcome. When you find yourself attached to results, ask what you believe those results will deliver—then honestly assess whether that's true. Your deepest fulfillment always comes from the quality of consciousness you bring to each moment, not from what you achieve. Ready to transform your relationship with desire? Start by noticing where you feel disappointed when things don't go as planned. Those attachments reveal where you're still seeking external validation rather than trusting the divine intelligence flowing through you. Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now. Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice. Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio.  Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, build strength and mobility, restore true posture with Carla's Movement Fundamentals.Access Jonni's Knowledge for Life teachings, translating ancient wisdom into practical daily guidance.Connect with our community in our free weekly live meditation and Q&A. Register now.

    21 min

  2. APR 10

    When Your Gut Feeling Predicts the Future: Understanding Intuitive Intelligence

    We explore the difference between manifesting negative outcomes and intuitively sensing what's already coming our way. Our natural state as beings of intelligence means we're constantly receiving information about our surroundings, yet we've been conditioned to ignore these intuitive nudges. • We don't have intelligence—we ARE intelligence • Our conditioning teaches us to ignore intuitive signals in favor of mental constructs • Attachment to desired outcomes makes us override our intuition • The "writing on the wall" is always there if we're paying attention • A personal story about stolen shoes demonstrates ignoring intuitive warnings • Karma acts as a compassionate guidance system, not punishment • Intuitive hits are indicators of moving into higher states of consciousness • Even when we sense something coming, some experiences are necessary for our growth • Track intuitive moments as data points to strengthen this awareness Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now. Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice. Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio.  Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, build strength and mobility, restore true posture with Carla's Movement Fundamentals.Access Jonni's Knowledge for Life teachings, translating ancient wisdom into practical daily guidance.Connect with our community in our free weekly live meditation and Q&A. Register now.

    14 min

  3. APR 3

    The Bridge Between Worlds: Spirituality Without Self-Righteousness

    Navigating family conversations about spiritual practices can be challenging when they don't understand your devotional path. We explore how to maintain authentic connections with loved ones while honoring your spiritual journey without creating bewilderment or distance. Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now. Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice. Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio.  Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, build strength and mobility, restore true posture with Carla's Movement Fundamentals.Access Jonni's Knowledge for Life teachings, translating ancient wisdom into practical daily guidance.Connect with our community in our free weekly live meditation and Q&A. Register now.

    14 min

  4. MAR 27

    Chop Wood, Carry Water: The Surprising Truth About Life After Enlightenment

    Karma shapes our existence in ways more profound than most of us realize. Far from being simply a system of cosmic punishment and reward, karma represents the fundamental experience of living in ignorance of our divine nature. This enlightening discussion explores what happens to karma when someone achieves cosmic consciousness. Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now. Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice. Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio.  Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, build strength and mobility, restore true posture with Carla's Movement Fundamentals.Access Jonni's Knowledge for Life teachings, translating ancient wisdom into practical daily guidance.Connect with our community in our free weekly live meditation and Q&A. Register now.

    9 min

  5. MAR 20

    Cosmic Growing Pains: Nature's Push Toward Expansion

    Pressure in our spiritual journey isn't something to avoid but a sign we're approaching a breakthrough to a more expansive state of consciousness. The sensation of weight or constriction actually indicates we're pushing against the container of our current limitations. Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now. Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice. Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio.  Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, build strength and mobility, restore true posture with Carla's Movement Fundamentals.Access Jonni's Knowledge for Life teachings, translating ancient wisdom into practical daily guidance.Connect with our community in our free weekly live meditation and Q&A. Register now.

    8 min

  6. MAR 12

    The Vedic Perspective on Memory and Consciousness

    Memory isn't just passive recollection; it's an active dimensional doorway. From the Vedic perspective, what's happening during these vivid recollections is nothing short of miraculous – you're experiencing a collapse of time where your present expanded consciousness encounters the smaller container of awareness that was your younger self. That feeling of restriction or discomfort comes precisely from this contrast between your current expansive worldview and the simpler perceptions of your past self. Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now. Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice. Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio.  Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, build strength and mobility, restore true posture with Carla's Movement Fundamentals.Access Jonni's Knowledge for Life teachings, translating ancient wisdom into practical daily guidance.Connect with our community in our free weekly live meditation and Q&A. Register now.

    12 min

  7. MAR 5

    Balance Your Doshas, Elevate Your Consciousness

    We explore Ayurveda, the ancient science of longevity cognized thousands of years ago, providing a comprehensive system for prolonging life and achieving higher states of consciousness. The discussion navigates through fundamental principles of Ayurvedic constitution types and how they relate to our physical and spiritual well-being. Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now. Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice. Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio.  Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, build strength and mobility, restore true posture with Carla's Movement Fundamentals.Access Jonni's Knowledge for Life teachings, translating ancient wisdom into practical daily guidance.Connect with our community in our free weekly live meditation and Q&A. Register now.

    7 min

  8. 12/25/2025

    Breaking the Chains of Unworthiness: Navigating Change and Clarity

    Feeling the pull to change but lacking a clear path forward? You're not alone. This transformative conversation dives deep into that familiar tension between wanting movement and needing clarity. What if waiting for complete clarity is actually holding you back? The universe doesn't reveal its entire plan upfront - it unfolds as you move. That persistent desire for change isn't just random anxiety; it's divine intelligence speaking through you, guiding you toward your next evolution. The conversation takes a fascinating turn as we examine how our relationship with goals evolves through different states of consciousness. Early in our development, rigid goals provide necessary structure, but as we mature spiritually, we recognize them as limiting constructs. True fulfillment comes when we align with the deeper intelligence flowing through us, becoming vessels for divine creativity rather than strivers for external validation. Perhaps most profound is our exploration of unworthiness - that persistent feeling of "not enough" that plagues humanity. This isn't a personal failing but an intergenerational condition born of disconnection from our divine nature. Through contemplative practices that reveal our intrinsic value, we can break this ancestral chain of ignorance and radiate a new possibility for ourselves and future generations. Ready to trust the subtle guidance of your deeper knowing? Listen now and discover how to move forward even when the full path isn't visible. Your next step awakens possibilities you cannot yet imagine. Tell us what you loved about this episode. Send a text now. Transform Knowledge into Embodied LivingToday's insights become life-changing when you practice them daily. Profound shifts happen when you unite mind and body practice. Begin your transformation now with a 7-day free trial of Ritam Studio.  Free Offerings To Get You Started Awaken awareness, build strength and mobility, restore true posture with Carla's Movement Fundamentals.Access Jonni's Knowledge for Life teachings, translating ancient wisdom into practical daily guidance.Connect with our community in our free weekly live meditation and Q&A. Register now.

    37 min
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During these short 15-20 minute episodes, Jonni Pollard & Carla Dimattina share ancient knowledge for modern life, insights about meditation experiences, and modern movement techniques that collectively help you be the best of all that you are. Formerly 1 Giant Mind Podcast.

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  • Creator
    Jonni Pollard
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    115
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Ritam Studio Pty Ltd
  • Show Website
    Ritam Studio Podcast

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