19: How Asian Temples Changed My Life & My Relationship With My Body

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Becoming Superhuman

Nirvani Umadat

31 episodes

3 weeks ago

I'm Dr. Nirvani Umadat, and after more than a decade in conventional dentistry, I started questioning everything I thought I knew about health. One day, a patient who did everything “right”—brushed and flossed religiously, avoided sugar, drank liters of water, and never missed a checkup—looked at me and asked: “Why do I still get cavities?” That question shook me. It wasn’t just difficult to answer—it was a wake-up call. It pushed me to dig deeper, to challenge the mainstream narratives, and to uncover the real connections between oral health, whole-body wellness, and even the energetic and spiritual aspects of healing. That’s why I created this podcast—to bridge the gap between peer-reviewed science and holistic wisdom so you can take charge of your health in a whole new way. From practical, science-backed strategies to exploring the deeper mind-body connection, I’m here to help you unlock the healthiest, most vibrant, and most superhuman version of yourself. Join me on this journey to Becoming Superhuman—because true health isn’t just about what’s happening in your mouth; it’s about what’s happening in your entire being.

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19: How Asian Temples Changed My Life & My Relationship With My Body

Becoming Superhuman

8 minutes 22 seconds

5 months ago

19: How Asian Temples Changed My Life & My Relationship With My Body

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Beauty isn’t vanity—it’s reverence.

In this solo episode, Nirvani shares a powerful personal revelation sparked by a spiritual journey through Southeast Asia. As she walks barefoot through sacred temples, she’s reminded that our bodies deserve the same kind of devotion—adornment as an act of love, not ego. This episode unpacks why beauty, ritual, and self-care aren't superficial but deeply spiritual. You'll learn how to reclaim your relationship with your body as a living altar and how presence—not performance—can turn daily routines into sacred practices. If you’ve ever questioned whether honouring your appearance can coexist with conscious living, this one’s for you.

You’ll Learn:

How to treat your body as a sacred vessel rather than a utilitarian object
Why adornment can be a spiritual act, not a superficial one
What Eastern temple rituals reveal about intentional beauty and devotion
How self-care practices like skincare and movement signal safety to the nervous system
Why presence matters more than performance in personal expression
How to shift your mindset from maintenance to reverence in daily routines
What ancient cultures teach us about the connection between beauty and spirituality
How to embrace personal style as a form of embodied empowerment
Why honouring your appearance isn’t vanity but a form of gratitude
How reclaiming adornment can deepen your connection to self and spirit

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[01:00] Observing beauty and devotion in Eastern temples

[01:23] Realization that our bodies are living altars

[01:58] Your body as a sacred vessel, not just a utility

[02:20] Joyful expression of beauty in Eastern cultures

[02:52] Personal connection to femininity and self-adornment

[03:22] Choosing natural, holistic beauty without abandoning aesthetics

[03:45] Honouring your spirit through intentional expression

[04:06] The misconception that spirituality rejects beauty

[04:26] Adornment as a sacred offering, not vanity

[04:54] How ancient cultures use ritual to express gratitude and divinity

[05:18] The spiritual significance of colour, scent, and fabric

[05:35] Embracing beauty as an extension of love and reverence

[05:58] Self-care as a signal of safety to your nervous system

[06:22] Adornment through presence versus performance

[06:40] Exploring what adornment looks like for different people

[07:10] Doing it your way—minimalist or bold expression

[07:32] Showing up with quiet power when you honour yourself

[07:54] Weekly invitation to adorn your temple intentionally

[08:10] Small acts of reverence that reconnect you with your body

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