When You Stop Seeking, the Spiritual Journey Begins with Ishan Shivanand

Real yoga is a path of learning through lived experience. In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Ishan Shivanand, author of The Practice of Immortality, to talk about his journey from growing up in a monastery to discovering his calling to help spread consciousness and deeper awareness. He shares why patience is so important as we wait for our own adventure to unfold, how he became what he calls a "spiritual Uber driver" guiding others toward transformation, and why self-love matters deeply as we support others in their healing. Come and join Ishan Shivanand and me in The Alchemy Transmission podcast, where we dive into "When You Stop Seeking, the Spiritual Journey Begins." Come and join me in The Alchemy Transmission!   Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review!   Dr. Ishan Shivanand is a globally acclaimed Acharya (Vedic educator), yogic scholar, and mental health researcher. From breathwork to ancient martial arts, herbal medicine to deep meditative practices, Ishan mastered the long-guarded sciences of the Indian Knowledge Systems for over 20 years. His journey has taken him across the world with a singular mission: to make timeless yogic wisdom practical and accessible to all. Through the creation of Yoga of Immortals (YOI)—a set of revolutionary, evidence-based meditation protocols—he has helped millions overcome trauma, mental health conditions, and even life-threatening situations, empowering individuals and communities to reclaim vitality and redirect to their life purpose. Ishan is also a leading professor with expertise in non-pharmaceutical non-invasive meditative modalities.   Connect with Dr. Ishan Shivanand: Website: https://ishanshivanand.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ishanshivanand/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IshanShivanand/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ishan.shivanand/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/IshanShivanand    Melinda V Jacobs is a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Trauma-Informed Coach, Spiritual Leader, and Author with over 30 years of experience guiding individuals through life's challenges - including emotional pain, uncertainty, and inner struggle - into clarity, healing, and meaningful inspiration. Her trauma-informed, spiritually grounded work helps people move beyond subconscious blocks and repeating patterns to reclaim their wholeness and live with purpose. Drawing from years of training in hypnotherapy, addiction counseling, meditation, and metaphysics, she supports lasting transformation - resolving the past, restoring self-trust, and deepening intuition while realigning with one's true essence. With certifications in Hypnotherapy, Regression Therapy, Cellular Release Therapy, Yoga, and more, Melinda empowers others to embody the life they were always meant to live - beyond trauma, beyond limits.   Connect with Melinda! Website: https://www.mvjacobs.com/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melindavjacobs/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melinda-jacobs/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melindavjacobs   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/melindajacobsccht   Insight Timer: https://insighttimer.com/melindajacobs   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melindavjacobs    #Yoga #Consciousness #HealingJourney