10: Meditation with Intention and Decolonizing Yoga with Anusha Wijeyakumar

It’s important to learn from South Asian teachers in order to continue traditional yoga teachings. Todays guest, Anusha Wijeyakumar, shares the importance of honoring the roots of yoga through supporting South Asian teachers and learning traditional practices. Paula Crossfield and Anusha discuss the essence of yoga, how to practice mindfulness and meditation, along with the important of compassion, love, and so much more. Anusha shares her thoughts on the facade of neutrality, along with how we can use yoga to help us find our purpose instead of a means of escapism. Join Paula and Anusha in this episode full of wisdom and guidance. Show Highlights: Anusha shares her background and insight on her path Tapping into diving consciousness and divine inspiration to pursue dharma What makes meditation beneficial for everyone Why you can’t have individual liberation without collective liberation Ways to decolonize yoga Accepting suffering and learning from it instead of using yoga as escapism How Anushas work in acute rehabilitation has shown her the power of mediation for people with trauma and mental health issues Why you should separate yourself from others opinions Ways Anusha deals with anger, frustration and stress What part of Anusha's morning routine is non-negotiable Resources and Books Anusha recommends How you can better support South Asians and people of color Links: Meditation with Intention: Quick and Easy Ways to Create Lasting Peace The Black Friend by Fred T Joesph Anushas Instagram 

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The Cosmic Business Podcast is a show for spirit-led entrepreneurs who want to create purposeful and profitable businesses aligned with the planets. Join Vedic Astrologer and Business Coach Paula Crossfield for soulful, honest, and wisdom-packed conversations with spirit-led CEOs, creative changemakers, and culture-shifters who are building thriving businesses by prioritizing purpose, well-being, and spiritual principles. From authentic marketing strategies, to money karma, to soulful sales, to building giving back into your business model, and aligning to the current astrology, Paula and her guests offer practical insights, proven strategies, and candid stories to help you build a profitable business that stays true to your values, nourishes yourself and the planet, and helps you earn wildly well (so you can bankroll the change you want to see in the world)! Have a question or topic you’d love featured on the show? Go to www.weaveyourbliss.com to submit your ideas or email support@weaveyourbliss.com