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Ojas Oasis
Sasha Bershadsky
112 episodes
3 days ago
The true initiation did not happen in a classroom or a clinic. It happened in silence, when I began to see that the same intelligence that moves the cosmos also moves through my breath. To become an Ayurvedic Doctor is not merely to know about herbs and doshas. It is to see that you are a living laboratory of existence; the rivers of prana, the fire of digestion, the air that sustains life; all of this is you. A sacred initiation is not a ceremony someone else gives you. It is the moment when...
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The true initiation did not happen in a classroom or a clinic. It happened in silence, when I began to see that the same intelligence that moves the cosmos also moves through my breath. To become an Ayurvedic Doctor is not merely to know about herbs and doshas. It is to see that you are a living laboratory of existence; the rivers of prana, the fire of digestion, the air that sustains life; all of this is you. A sacred initiation is not a ceremony someone else gives you. It is the moment when...
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Alternative Health
Education,
Religion & Spirituality,
Spirituality,
Self-Improvement,
Health & Fitness
Episodes (20/112)
Ojas Oasis
Becoming an Ayurvedic Doctor: Sasha's 8-Year Journey of Healing and Transformation
The true initiation did not happen in a classroom or a clinic. It happened in silence, when I began to see that the same intelligence that moves the cosmos also moves through my breath. To become an Ayurvedic Doctor is not merely to know about herbs and doshas. It is to see that you are a living laboratory of existence; the rivers of prana, the fire of digestion, the air that sustains life; all of this is you. A sacred initiation is not a ceremony someone else gives you. It is the moment when...
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 7 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Ayurvedic Tongue Diagnosis: What Your Tongue Reveals About Your Health with Dr. Rama Prasad
In today's episode, we explore one of Ayurveda's most fascinating diagnostic tools: the tongue. The art of tongue analysis, or Jivha Pariksha, allows practitioners to see what's happening in the body and mind before a single word is spoken, revealing the subtle imbalances, stagnation and vitality reflected on the surface of the tongue according to ancient texts. The Charaka and Sushruta Samhitas, the color coating, texture, and shape of the tongue, provide profound clues about an individual'...
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3 weeks ago
1 hour 26 minutes

Ojas Oasis
How Yoga Therapy Became a Profession and What's Next for Ayurveda with John Kepner
 Are you a fan of yoga therapy? Meet the man single-handedly responsible for the professional certification of Yoga Therapy in the West. He's the reason your health insurance covers it. John Kepner is a pioneering leader in the field of Yoga Therapy and a dedicated advocate for integrative health since 2003, through times of unprecedented opportunity and challenge alike. John has worked tirelessly to advance the profession of Yoga Therapy. Serving as executive director of the International A...
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1 month ago
1 hour 7 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Awakened Sleep: Ayurvedic Solutions for Restoring Balance with Dr. Sheila Patel
Sleep has become one of the biggest health challenges of our time. Millions struggle with falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up refreshed, and Ayurveda has so much wisdom to offer. Earlier this season, we spoke with Dr. Suhas about his new book, Awakened Sleep, and we thought, "Why not invite his co-author to hear her take?" We are so thrilled to welcome Dr. Sheila Patel, the current Chief Medical Advisor to The Chopra Foundation. She also served as Clinical Director of their research...
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1 month ago
1 hour 37 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Ayurvedic Detox & Renewal: Panchakarma with Dr. Vrinda Devani
Today we're honored to welcome Dr. Vrinda Devani, a board certified obstetrician and gynecologist who has dedicated her career to empowering women toward vibrant health and living. She blends her deep expertise in allopathic medicine with the wisdom of Ayurveda, offering a truly integrative approach to healing. Dr. Devani's path has been enriched by studying directly with world renowned teachers, including Vasant Lad. She has also served as the Director of Research and Product Developm...
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1 month ago
55 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Bitcoin, Yoga & Ayurveda: Decentralizing Health with Jon Gordon
 Today we joined by Jon Gordon, a visionary, thinker, and innovator working at the crossroads of healthcare, finance and consciousness. Jon brings over a decade of experience in the healthcare industry, spanning strategy consulting for hospitals and health systems, payer business strategy, medical product management, and startup development, while also being deeply rooted in yoga. Holistic wellness and the emerging paradigm of decentralized finance. Jon is a graduate of Northwestern Universi...
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1 month ago
1 hour 17 minutes

Ojas Oasis
The Fulfillment Code: Finding Purpose, Peace, Prosperity, and Pleasure with Kyle Jason Leitzke
 What if the key to a fulfilling life was already within you? Mapped out by ancient Ayurvedic wisdom, Kyle Jason Leitzke is a former football player, turned life fulfillment and Ayurveda coach. Today, Kyle introduces us to The Fulfillment Code, a powerful framework rooted in the four Purusharthas, or the four aims of life, in Vedic philosophy. These timeless principles form the foundation of a meaningful life: Dharma: purpose, your soul's true calling and contributionArtha: prosperity, ...
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1 month ago
1 hour 17 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Ayurvedic Psychology 103: Sattvic Lifestyle for a Calm Mind
Today in part three of our Ayurvedic psychology series, we focus on the Sattvic lifestyle, the daily habits and way of being that enable us to reside in a Sattvic state of consciousness, the one and only state that does not create disease. We'll explore how living in a Sattvic way is more than just a diet or a daily routine. It's a way of aligning your mind, body, and spirit in a way that creates mental clarity, emotional stability, and deep vitality. An Ayurveda lifestyle directly sha...
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2 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Ancient Indian Temple Science: Energy, Architecture, and Wisdom with Prem KV
 Prem KV has been a seeker since childhood. After studying agriculture in India, he worked as a plant scientist in Melbourne. Drawn back to his roots, he embraced the life of a Brahmachari, or monk, in Sadhguru's ashram for 15 years, exploring the inner dimensions of life. Since then, he has dedicated himself to sharing the essence of Indian culture. He has been traveling across the country, visiting and filming powerful temples and sacred spaces for the last six years. His YouTube videos, g...
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2 months ago
1 hour 18 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Ayurvedic Psychology 102: 3 Doshas and 3 Gunas
 Today we dive deeper into the layers of the mind and personality with Ayurvedic Psychology 102: The 3 Doshas and the 3 Gunas. At the heart of Ayurveda lies a timeless template. One that explains not just your body and mind, but consciousness itself through the lens of the five elements and their expressions as the Doshas and Gunas. This isn't just about understanding your stress responses or emotional habits, though that's part of it. It's about learning to see the world through the l...
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2 months ago
48 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Trust Your Gut: How the Second Brain Heals Chronic Stress with Dr. Manas Kshirsagar
Dr. Manas Kshirsagar  is an Ayurvedic doctor who comes from a Rig Vedic Brahman tradition with an extensive Ayurvedic background. He graduated from Aloha Ayurveda Academy and the Maharishi University of Management. He's an acclaimed wellness consultant, Ayurvedic consultant and health educator. He provides a holistic approach to medicine, including nutrition, yoga, meditation, detoxification, and effective stress management. Today we're diving into a topic that's reshaping how we think about...
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2 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Healing Sleep with Ayurveda: Tools for Deep Rest with Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar
Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar is one of the most prominent and academically accomplished Ayurvedic physicians in medical astrologers in the United States, with over 35 years of clinical experience. He is the director of Ayurvedic Healing and Integrative Wellness Clinic in Santa Cruz, California, and the author of The Hot Belly Diet and Change Your Schedule, Change Your Life, which has been translated into 13 languages. As a leading voice in Ayurvedic medicine, Dr. Suhas is a sought after speaker...
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3 months ago
1 hour 7 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Ayurveda Meets Biohacking: The Future of Personalized Wellness with Dr. John Douillard
Dr. John Douillard is a globally recognized Ayurvedic expert, author of seven books and founder of lifesspa.com, a leading authority on evidence-based Ayurvedic healthcare. With over 40 years of experience as a practitioner, Dr. Douillard provides a clear pathway to achieve lasting, self-sufficient health, vitality, gut health, detoxification, and longevity. His journey began in 1986 when he studied Ayurveda in India. He then collaborated with Deepak Chopra to co-direct his US center and trai...
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3 months ago
1 hour 7 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Ayurvedic Psychology 101: What Makes Our Personality
Welcome back to Ojas Oasis! Whether you’ve been walking this journey with us from the start or you’re just joining the circle, we are so grateful you are here. There’s something really beautiful about arriving at this moment—and it feels even more sacred because Erin and Sasha are back together today. We’ve missed this! And we’ve missed you, our community. There’s something about sitting down together—two friends, two seekers—exploring the questions that have been asked for thousands of...
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3 months ago
1 hour 12 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Ayurveda for Happy and Healthy Kids with Dr. J (Pt. 3)
In Part 3 of a 3-part series, Dr. J and Sasha conclude their exploration of Ayurveda for Happy and Healthy Kids, this time focusing on Ahara (diet and nutrition) and herbal remedies. They look deeply into the foundational role of Āhāra, or food as medicine - how it shapes a child’s growth, mood, immunity, and overall wellbeing. They also unpack the gentle power of Ayurvedic herbs and formulations — from digestive teas to ojas-building tonics — and how to use them safely and effectively for co...
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3 months ago
1 hour 8 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Ayurveda for Happy and Healthy Kids with Dr. J (Pt. 2)
Welcome to Season 7 of Ojas Oasis! In part two of this three part series, Dr. Jayarajan Kodikannath (also known as Dr. J) and Sasha continue our exploration of Ayurveda for happy and healthy kids. In today's conversation, we focus on Vihara, which means lifestyle in terms of conscious or unconscious behavior, tendencies or hobbies, and Dinacharya, the Sanskrit word for ideal daily routines, which includes waking and sleeping times, oral and bodily hygiene, bowel illumination, self...
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4 months ago
57 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Ayurveda for Happy and Healthy Kids with Dr. J (Pt. 1)
Dr. Jayarajan Kodikannath, B.Sc, B.A.M.S, is a world-renowned Ayurvedic doctor and the former President of NAMA (the National Ayurvedic Medical Association). An esteemed scholar, researcher, and teacher, he represents a lineage of Vaidyas from Kerala, India. As the CEO of Kerala Ayurveda Academy and Wellness Center in Northern California—where Sasha is currently completing her doctorate—Dr. J has played a pivotal role in advancing Ayurvedic education and clinical research. His work incl...
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6 months ago
1 hour 15 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Honor the Journey: Season 6 Finale
"As we close this transformative season, I find myself in deep gratitude for the journey we’ve shared. We have had so many incredible guests, and reflecting on it all fills me with appreciation for this work and the community we’ve built. As I write this, I’m in my birthday week—this episode won’t air for another month, but I’m in a deeply reflective state. A solar eclipse is approaching, and Saturn is entering Pisces for the first time in 30 years—a profound cosmic shift and an equally signi...
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6 months ago
1 hour 5 minutes

Ojas Oasis
The Truth About Cannabis, Ayurveda, and Healthcare Economics with Smrita Choubey
Smrita Choubey, founder of Veda Warrior, is an Indian-American entrepreneur with a unique blend of expertise in healthcare, corporate strategy, and indigenous healing systems. Smrita’s journey has taken her from the world of high finance to the forefront of holistic wellness. A University of Chicago economics alumn and an MBA graduate from Columbia Business School, she began her career in healthcare investment banking at J.P. Morgan, where she gained firsthand insight into the challenges and ...
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6 months ago
1 hour 30 minutes

Ojas Oasis
Unblock Yourself: Myofascial Release and Integrative Bodywork with Maria Alfieris
Maria Alfieris is a Physical Therapist, Myofascial Master, & Reiki Virtuoso. She brings her gifts & talents of healing through Fascial Release which she has been teaching for 40 years. She offers a series of courses in Myofascial Mobilization which she incorporates into her work of understanding of emotional causation of disease & dysfunction. Her healing workshops around the world are designed to blend her knowledge & experience of physical therapy, myofascial release, cranio...
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7 months ago
55 minutes

Ojas Oasis
The true initiation did not happen in a classroom or a clinic. It happened in silence, when I began to see that the same intelligence that moves the cosmos also moves through my breath. To become an Ayurvedic Doctor is not merely to know about herbs and doshas. It is to see that you are a living laboratory of existence; the rivers of prana, the fire of digestion, the air that sustains life; all of this is you. A sacred initiation is not a ceremony someone else gives you. It is the moment when...