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KARUNA- Yoga with Compassion

by kiranadibhatla77

Welcome to KARUNA: Yoga with Compassion, your weekly dose of health and wellness. I’m Kiran Adibhatla, and I am thrilled to be your host.I’m the founder of Karuna Yoga with Compassion, a yoga studio and school right here in Pleasanton, CA.I am a regular practitioner and a student of Yoga and philosophy.Join me every Sunday, together we will explore diverse aspects of holistic health. I’m excited to share insights, stories, and practical tips to help you on your own wellness journey.

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Episodes

  1. Extinguishing the spark Before the fire- The scirncenof Proactive leadership

    orporate culture celebrates heroic firefighters who pull all-nighters to rescue failing quarters. But what if true leadership mastery is quiet, preventative architecture? In this episode, we unpack Patanjali’s core risk-mitigation rule—Heyaṁ duḥkham anāgatam ("The suffering which has not yet come...

  2. The Illusion of the Snake — Why Real Leadership Demands Inner Mastery

    If you strip away your corporate title, your equity, and your calendar, who is actually left in the room? In this debut episode of new series, we bridge two worlds that are rarely spoken about together: executive corporate leadership and the 2,000-year-old psychological science of the Patanjali...

  3. THE GRAND FINALE: The Compassionate makings of a Real Yogi

    I had committed to doing a live radio show- 1 talk a week for the whole year starting last February, and this week it marks one year! There’s a lot I learnt and shared with listeners.. As we close this circle, the question remains: What is a Real Yogi? Is it the person who can hold a handstand…

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  4. The Hidden Matriarchy of Yoga

    If you were born in a female body, There are many things we were forbidden. But forbidding breath?? listen in to identify and know the female torch bearers of yoga.

  5. The Source Code: Yoga, Religion, and the Global Origin Story

    Is yoga a religious practice ? Let’s explore and try to answer this..

  6. The Architecture of Rest – From Synapses to Samadhi

    Today, we are diving deep into the Architecture of Rest. We’ll explore why your brain needs to "trash the cache" and why Yoga Philosophy believes you aren't actually sleeping, but rather returning to your truest home. In this segment, we go beyond the surface of "resting" and look at the...

  7. Delicate dance of Siva and Shakti - Balancing Inner Energies for Mental Health and Creativity

    Imagine trying to paint a masterpiece without a canvas, or having a canvas with no paint. Both are essential. This ancient wisdom provides a profound framework for understanding our internal landscape. this talk is going into how to find balance in all aspects of our lives.

  8. The Architect of the Inner Lake

    Yogaś citta-vritti-nirodhaḥ. Patanjali, the sage who compiled the Yoga Sutras 2,000 years ago, knew exactly why. He didn't see your struggle as a lack of "willpower." He saw it as a structural issue of the human mind. He broke it down into three specific layers that act like gravity, pulling us...

  9. Breaking the "Yoga Person" Myth through the 8 Limbs & Ancient Wisdom

    Asana practice isn’t just yoga, we all are doing yoga without realizing it!

  10. The duality of the Mirror

    Svadhyaya—study of self . in today’s context!

  11. The Two Bad Bricks: Why "Learning from Mistakes" is the Wrong Plan

    We are going to look at why your brain treats success like a "Save Button" for learning, and why focusing on failure often just trains you to be anxious. We’ll look at the story of a monk who almost let two mistakes ruin a masterpiece.

  12. The Conscious Bridge - Trusting The Next Generation

    Every Sunday, we meet here to explore how ancient wisdom can solve our modern dilemmas. After going through a deep and somewhat heavy topic last week, I had a hard time coming up with a topic to speak about, so I asked my teenage daughter to help me. Today, we are taking a deep breath and…

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  13. The Final Savasana: Embracing Impermanence and the Art of Dying

    Usually, on this show, we talk about how to live. We talk about Asana, breathing, and the ethics of living a good life. But today, we are going to talk about the only thing that is guaranteed in life. We are going to talk about the act of leaving it.

  14. The Alchemy of Thanks: Science, Spirit, and Survival

    This week, we mark the holiday of Thanksgiving. It is a complex holiday—one of history and myth, of feasting and family. But beneath the turkey and the travel plans, there lies a profound spiritual technology. A technology that the ancient Yogis knew about, and one that modern neuroscience is...

  15. Injuries and yoga

    A yogic approach to healing from injuries

  16. Carving the path to light- notable yoga teachers

    From the begging to now, how yoga has been shaped and presented to the world via various notable teachers.

  17. Yoga for the Un-yogi!

    Our day to day can be our yoga practice- perfecting the life posture!

  18. The Sangha of the Mat: Finding Connection and Well-being Through Yoga Community

    Collective power of community for mental health and spiritual growth

  19. The Moving Meditation: Finding Joy in Everyday Activity

    Today, we’re embarking on a journey to unlock the transformative power of Mindful Movement. We often compartmentalize mindfulness—it’s something we do for 15 minutes on the cushion or an hour on the yoga mat. But what about the other 23 hours? What if every single action—from sprinting to a…

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  20. Yoga for the Modern Body

    Today, we are diving deep into a shared modern dilemma: the struggle against sitting. Our bodies are marvels of motion, yet we confine them for hours, hunched over a desk or tilted toward a screen. This sedentary reality creates a predictable suite of ailments: "tech neck," tight hips, low back...

  21. Your Energetic Anatomy- beyond muscles and bones

    Today's talk is about Prana, the invisible life force, and the subtle body architecture of Nadis and Chakras. Most importantly, we'll see why this ancient wisdom is the key to unlocking true vitality in your fast-paced life.talk about Prana, the invisible life force, and the subtle body...

  22. Yoga and Neuroplasticity

    How yoga is different than any other forms of exercise and its holistic in nature.

  23. Sleep issues and Power of YogNidra

    Understanding sleep, importance and the power of YogNidra.

  24. The Unfolding Self: An Introduction to the Koshas

    We’re going to begin a journey inward, peeling back the layers to discover who we truly are. Today, we're talking about something called the koshas. It's a word you might have heard in a yoga class, but what does it really mean? The koshas are a concept from Vedantic philosophy, an ancient...

  25. Abhayasa Vairagya- Yin and Yang of Progress ( Focus on Vaiargya) with Adarsh Williams

    Closing on the conversation with Adarsh on partner of Abhayasa (Practice) - VAIRAGYA ( non- attachment)

  26. Abhayasa Vairagya- Yin and Yang of Progress ( Focus on Abhaysa) with Adarsh Williams

    Today we are in conversation with him once more exploring the concept of abhayasa.

  27. Samadhi: The Summit of Silence

    Welcome to "KARUNA - Yoga with Compassion," your weekly journey into the heart of ancient wisdom for modern times. Today, we reach the summit of our exploration into Patanjali's Eight Limbs of Ashtanga Yoga. We've traversed the ethical foundations of the Yamas and Niyamas, the physical discipline...

  28. The Art of Sustained Attention: Dhyan, Your Path to Presence

    What is Meditation? In its essence, meditation is the deliberate focusing of attention. It's a practice of training the mind to achieve a state of relaxed awareness, clarity, and inner calm. It's not about stopping thoughts, but rather changing our relationship with them – observing them without...

  29. The Still Point: Unpacking Dharana in Ashtanga Yoga

    Today we're delving into a fascinating and often misunderstood aspect of the Ashtanga Yoga journey: the Sixth Limb, Dharana.

  30. The Yoga of Inner Silence: Unpacking Pratyahar

    Your weekly deep dive into ancient wisdom for modern living. I'm your host, Kiran Adibahtla , and today, we're not just exploring a concept; we're crossing a critical threshold in our understanding of yoga. We're stepping onto the path where the physical practice, the asanas we often associate…

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  31. Unsung hero of yog- Pranayama

    Speaking about the art and science of breath control. And shared 2”3 basic breathing techniques.

  32. 3rd limb - Asana.. exploring the true essence of asana with Adarsh Williams

    Exploring the true essence of Adana -the most famous 3rd limb of the 8 from ashtnaga yoga, in conversation with Adarsh Williams.

  33. 2nd limb of Ashtanga Yoga- Niyamas

    Today, we’re diving deep into a topic that’s not just for the yoga mat, but for every single moment of your day: the Niyamas

  34. The Foundation: Yama – How We Relate to the World

    One of the 8 part series exploring the 8 limbs or Ashtanga yoga and how it relates to modern lives and how we can integrate in our daily lives.

  35. The Inner & Outer Conflict: Finding Peace Amidst Contradictions

    Today, we're going to talk about something we all experience: the conflicting thoughts that buzz around in our minds. We'll explore how understanding these inner battles can help us find peace, both inside ourselves and in the world around us.

  36. Beyond the "What If": A Yogi's Guide to Fearless Living

    Today, we're diving deep into an emotion as old as humanity itself, an instinct that can both protect and paralyze: FEAR!!

  37. The Essential Role of Guidance on Your Yogic Journey

    Today we are talking about The Essential Role of Guidance on Your Yogic Journey

  38. The Myth of Improvement: Finding Self-Worth Now

    Join host Kiran on "Karuna Yoga with Compassion" to explore the common struggle of feeling "not good enough." This episode unpacks the roots of self-doubt and offers practical wisdom from yoga philosophy, like santosha (contentment) and ahimsa (non-harming), to cultivate self-acceptance. Through...

  39. The Power of Connection: Why Your Tribe is Your Lifeline

    Do you yearn for real belonging? On KARUNA - Yoga with Compassion, Kiran Adibhatla explores the essential power of human connection. We unpack why community feels scarce today, its profound impact on our physical and mental health (backed by science and yogic wisdom!), and how to intentionally...

  40. Overcoming Resistance & Fueling Your Drive

    How find and retain motivation for all things we have aversion for. Offering a toolkit from Psychology and Yoga Philosophy.

  41. Yoga Myth-busters

    Busting various myths about yoga that's keeping people away from trying it once.

  42. The Myth of Relaxation: Finding Ease in Every Moment ( Live Radio Talk- 92.3FM BayareaCA)

    The Myth of Relaxation: Finding Ease in Every Moment. How to stop chasing the idea of relaxation but actually learn to be at ease and relax NOW!

  43. The Vital Force: Yoga & Living Well

    The podcast that explores the intersection of yoga, Ayurveda, and emotional health. Learn how to cultivate inner balance, manage your energy, and live a more fulfilling life with Kiran Adibhatla

  44. Ancient Wisdom, Modern Wellness. GUEST- Dr. Parveen Kaur : Tula Healthcare, San Ramon CA

    Today, we're going beyond the historical context and diving deep into the heart of yoga, exploring its multifaceted nature and how it addresses not just our physical health, but also our mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. We'll also examine how modern science is catching up with this...

  45. Yog- origin story - guest :Jim Coughlin

    Welcome to KARUNA- Yoga with Compassion, your weekly dose of health and wellness. I'm Kiran Adibhatla, and I am thrilled to be your host. I'm the founder of KARUNA- Yoga with Compassion, a yoga studio and school in Pleasanton CA. This episode we will be hearing from Jim Coughlin- Director of...

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Welcome to KARUNA: Yoga with Compassion, your weekly dose of health and wellness. I’m Kiran Adibhatla, and I am thrilled to be your host.I’m the founder of Karuna Yoga with Compassion, a yoga studio and school right here in Pleasanton, CA.I am a regular practitioner and a student of Yoga and philosophy.Join me every Sunday, together we will explore diverse aspects of holistic health. I’m excited to share insights, stories, and practical tips to help you on your own wellness journey.

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