From Stanford to the Himalayas: Why This Former Academic Became a Hindu Monk | Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati

Sometimes, the commitment and joy associated with the path of liberation or enlightenment is so strongly rooted in Absolute Stillness that the seeker may become what is know as a “sanyasi” or renunciant.By taking vows of renunciation, one fully and wholeheartedly commits to commune with all of creation in a loving and intimate manner.While the path of a renunciant (sanyasi) is less common and generally less relevant than the path of a householder (gṛhasthī), there’s a lot we can learn from surrendering ego and desires, and there’s a lot we can learn from this episode's very special guest: best-selling author, Himalayan yogi, renunciant & social activist, Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati.Based on the banks of the Himālayas in Rishikesh, India, but originally born in LA, California, Sadhviji renounced her life in the West at age 29 after a career at Stanford University and has now become one of the premier female authorities in the Yoga-Vedantic tradition in the world. Her wisdom and light exude from her as she elevates us with stories and insights on how to find purpose in life & how to live in harmony with our Selves and the world that surrounds us.IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:⛰ The Meaning of The Name: Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati⛰ Doing a PhD in Stanford and Leaving to India⛰ Becoming A Sanyasi (Renunciant)⛰ The Idea of Spirituality⛰ Why It Is Important To Have a Spiritual Practice⛰ Ganga Devi (a.k.a. The Ganges River)⛰ Ecology and Our Relationship to NatureABOUT OUR GUEST: Sadhvi Baghawati SaraswatiSadhviji is a renowned spiritual leader and motivational speaker, based in Rishikesh, India. Originally from Los Angeles, California, and a graduate of Stanford University, Sadhviji has lived on the banks of the sacred Ganga river, in the lap of the Himalayas for nearly 25 years engaged in spiritual service, wisdom teaching, sacred action, and deep spiritual practice.At Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh, where she lives most of the year, she gives daily spiritual discourses (satsang), teaches meditation, provides spiritual counselling and mentoring, and oversees myriad charitable and humanitarian projects and activities.She is President of Divine Shakti Foundation, a charitable organisation bringing education and empowerment to women and children.She is Secretary-General of Global Interfaith WASH Alliance, the first alliance of religious leaders for Water, Sanitation and Hygiene.Support the show🌿 Follow us on Instagram (@vitalveda)🌿 Our Courses🌿 Our Treatments🌿 Our Online Shop🌿 Vital Veda Website