Episode #107: A life of Gratitude with Vijeth Kumar

<p>In this week’s episode, Michael sits with special guest Vijeth Kumar who talks about his journey growing up in India, finding his guru, his life as a yoga therapist, the importance of yoga in the modern day, and unconditional love and gratitude. </p> <p>Vijeth talks about his traditional upbringing in Mysore India where practicing yoga daily was part of the routine. He met his guru BNS Iyengar at 14 years old. </p> <p>He talks about the importance of teachers and gurus. And how the practice of yoga is a gradual journey of being graced by your guru towards awakening. He mentions that service is the donation for the guru. </p> <p>Vijeth talks about the importance of authenticity and a loving heart as you teach yoga, whether or not you follow the tradition. He describes being a yogi as being one with nature and allowing healing to happen. He says patience is necessary for any mindfulness practice. </p> <p>Vijeth also discusses unconditional life — something that could sound simple in theory but takes a great amount of work and surrender. He talks about always giving thanks for the present moment, and for all that is. </p> <p><br></p> <p>00:00 Introduction </p> <p>03:08 About Vijeth</p> <p>05:25 Yoga Therapy Journey</p> <p>06:17 Moving to Bali</p> <p>09:41 Seeking Guidance and Guru Journey</p> <p>20:32 Embodying Yoga </p> <p>22:17 To Be a Yogi</p> <p>26:15 Being Balanced Through Yoga</p> <p>29:07 How We’ve Pictured our Lives to Be and Desire</p> <p>33:00 Doubling up on Love in Life</p> <p>36:08 Cultivating Love</p> <p>37:20 Defaulting to Gratitude</p> <p>39:08 Closing Remarks </p> <p><br></p> <p>Tags: Gratitude, Love, Spirituality, Guru, Awakening, Yoga</p> <p><br></p> <p>Instagram: vijethyoga </p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goingproyoga/message