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The Hridaya Podcast: Living with an Open Heart

The Hridaya Podcast: Living with an Open Heart

Hridaya Yoga 7 Episodes Aug 26, 2026

Join us for a series of conversations with Hridaya teachers exploring meditation, transformation, healing, the ego, and the path of the Spiritual Heart. Through intimate dialogues and profound teachings, these episodes invite listeners into a deeper exploration of consciousness, presence, and inner stillness. To continue the journey, explore teachings, retreats, and resources at hridaya-yoga.com. May this path unfold for the benefit of all beings.

Episodes

From Meditation to Daily Life: Living from an Open Heart
From Meditation to Daily Life: Living from an Open Heart Aug 26, 2026 00:41:03 What does it really mean to live from the Heart? How can meditation shape the way we meet our relationships, navigate challenges, and discover a deeper sense of purpose?In this episode, Hridaya Yoga teacher David Coleman explores how a regular meditation practice helps us cultivate inner stillness, deepen our connection to the Spiritual Heart, and bring that presence into everyday life. Together,
Finding Purpose Through Karma Yoga: A Journey from Marine Biology to the Heart
Finding Purpose Through Karma Yoga: A Journey from Marine Biology to the Heart Jul 23, 2026 00:44:46 In this episode, we begin with a consecration before exploring how letting go of the fruits of our actions can become a powerful spiritual practice—one that reconnects us with our True Nature, reveals a deeper sense of purpose, and brings the joy of selfless service into everyday life.Hridaya Yoga teacher Spandananda, originally from Brazil and now teaching at the Hridaya Center in Mexico, shares
What 40+ Years of Daily Meditation Has Taught Me (with Sahajananda)
What 40+ Years of Daily Meditation Has Taught Me (with Sahajananda) Jul 6, 2026 01:09:08 What really happens when you meditate every day for over 40 years? In this episode, Sahajananda—having maintained a daily meditation discipline since 1981—shares a rare, long-term perspective on spiritual practice.We explore what changes over the decades, what remains constant, and what continues to surprise even after a lifetime of dedication. From the early years of practice under challenging co
The Alchemy of Trauma and the Spiritual Heart
The Alchemy of Trauma and the Spiritual Heart Jun 19, 2026 00:48:25 Can trauma become a doorway to awakening? This episode explores the intersection of trauma-informed care and non-dual spiritual teachings, honoring the personal story of each individual while pointing toward the Absolute.We dive into pain and suffering as catalysts for transformation, the role of fragmentation and wholeness, and the subtle process of inner alchemy that happens through the Heart.Bl
Living and Dying in the Present Moment
Living and Dying in the Present Moment May 29, 2026 00:49:49 What does it truly mean to live and to die in the present moment? In this episode, Claud shares profound reflections on mortality, presence, and what it means to live fully.Drawing from his personal journey and years of teaching, we explore how the awareness of death can become a powerful gateway to presence, clarity, and authenticity. Challenging common assumptions, Claud reminds us that life isn
Alone, Yet Fully Alive. Dark Retreats and the Power of Silence (with Sahajananda)
Alone, Yet Fully Alive. Dark Retreats and the Power of Silence (with Sahajananda) May 11, 2026 00:49:30 What happens when all external stimuli disappear—no light, no distraction, no escape?This episode starts with a beautifully immersive moment of consecration and drop into the Spiritual Heart.In the conversation, Sahajananda shares insights from his profound experiences in solitude retreats, including extended periods in complete darkness. We explore what silence and isolation reveal about the mind
Devotion with Alison Bond & Tasha Friedman
Devotion with Alison Bond & Tasha Friedman Jul 16, 2022 00:41:35 Welcome to The Hridaya Podcast: Living with an Open Heart, where we share conversations about the non-dual teachings, Self-Inquiry, and how to integrate daily life into spirituality. Each episode features two Hridaya Yoga teachers connecting on a topic that is meaningful to them.In this episode, Alison Bond and Tasha Friedman discuss devotion.Originally from Canada, Alison Bond first came to yoga
Addiction with David Coleman & Paige Fletcher
Addiction with David Coleman & Paige Fletcher Jul 9, 2022 01:00:33 Welcome to The Hridaya Podcast: Living with an Open Heart, where we share conversations about the non-dual teachings, Self-Inquiry, and how to integrate daily life into spirituality. Each episode features two Hridaya Yoga teachers connecting on a topic that is meaningful to them.In this episode, David Coleman and Paige Fletcher discuss addiction.Originally from the United States, David Coleman&#39
Sexual Trauma with Claud Vaduva & Blanca Amezcua
Sexual Trauma with Claud Vaduva & Blanca Amezcua Jul 5, 2022 01:22:37 Welcome to The Hridaya Podcast: Living with an Open Heart, where we share conversations about the non-dual teachings, Self-Inquiry, and how to integrate daily life into spirituality. Each episode features two Hridaya Yoga teachers connecting on a topic that is meaningful to them.In this episode, Blanca Amezcua and Claudiu Vaduva discuss sexual trauma.Originally from Mexico, Blanca Amezcua first di
Healing with Aimee Norton-Taylor & Valentina Cannavò
Healing with Aimee Norton-Taylor & Valentina Cannavò Jun 11, 2022 00:23:37 Welcome to The Hridaya Podcast: Living with an Open Heart, where we share conversations about the non-dual teachings, Self-Inquiry, and how to integrate daily life into spirituality. Each episode features two Hridaya Yoga teachers connecting on a topic that is meaningful to them.In this episode, Valentina Cannavò and Aimee Norton-Taylor discuss healing.Originally from Italy, Valentina Cannavò was
Self-Love with Phoebe Douglas & Iris
Self-Love with Phoebe Douglas & Iris May 28, 2022 00:48:07 Welcome to The Hridaya Podcast: Living with an Open Heart, where we share conversations about the non-dual  teachings, Self-Inquiry, and how to integrate daily life into spirituality. Each episode features two Hridaya Yoga teachers connecting on a topic that is meaningful to them.In this episode, Phoebe Douglas and Iris discuss self-love. Originally from Australia, Phoebe Douglas discovered the Hr

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