Calling From Bogota
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S1 E8

Calling From Bogota

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Summary

In this conversation, Hari Nam Singh Khalsa shares his experiences teaching yoga in Bogota, Colombia, discussing the cultural richness and complexities of the country. He explores the diverse topics he teaches, the beauty and challenges of Colombian society, and the role of yoga in personal development. The discussion delves into the importance of character development, the distinction between intuition and emotion, and the balance between self-care and service to others.


Takeaways

Teaching in Bogota has been an intensive experience for Hari.
Colombia's food and culture are rich and diverse.
The country has a complex history marked by beauty and violence.
Socioeconomic disparities are evident in Bogota.
Yoga practice often reflects class divisions in society.
Self-discipline is crucial for personal growth.
A strong relationship with oneself is essential for well-being.
Defining success is tied to personal values and growth.
Service orientation can lead to a more fulfilling life.
Intuition plays a key role in making life decisions.


  • (00:00) -
  • (00:00) - Chapter 2
  • (00:00) - Introduction to the Journey
  • (01:42) - Teaching in Bogota: A Diverse Experience
  • (03:39) - Cultural Insights: Food, People, and Climate
  • (07:47) - Colombia's Complex Karma: Beauty and Violence
  • (11:30) - Socioeconomic Disparities in Bogota
  • (15:52) - Yoga and Spirituality: A Class Divide
  • (19:40) - The Benefits of Yoga: Health and Self-Discipline
  • (21:25) - Character Development: The True Spiritual Path
  • (29:21) - Intuition vs. Emotion: Navigating Life's Decisions
  • (37:40) - Defining Success: Personal Values and Growth
  • (44:50) - Service Orientation: Helping Others vs. Self-Care

Creators and Guests

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Host
Fannie Cohen
Fannie is the person who first opened me up to the world of podcasting in 2013, by volunteering to not only engage with me in an ongoing conversation regarding the ideal of the "Warrior Saint" lifestyle, but also provide the recording studio, editing expertise and publishing platform to make it happen. As an interviewer and conversationalist, she displayed an uncanny ability to merge intelligence, knowledge, humor and irreverence; a unique projection that I am still seeking to replicate in my contemporary episodes of "Warrior Saint". I haven't seen Fannie in years, but am still thankful to her for inspiring me to reach out to people through this medium.