Curious about how ancient healing practices can transform your mind, body, and spirit?
In this episode of the Self (R)Evolution Podcast, Breanna Rae Blaney shares her life-changing experience with Panchakarma, an ancient Ayurvedic detox she undertook in Bali to mark her 30th birthday. Breanna dives into the principles of Ayurveda, explaining how this holistic system treats the root cause of illness by balancing the body, mind, and spirit through oleation, purification, and other time-honored practices.
Throughout the episode, Breanna reflects on the emotional challenges she encountered during her Panchakarma journey, offering insights into the mental clarity and self-love that one experiences post-treatment. Tune in to discover the power of Ayurveda and Panchakarma and how they help create a healthy, balanced, and meaningful life.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
00:00 Introduction to the Self Revolution Podcast
00:34 Reflecting on My 30th Birthday
01:26 Discovering Panchakarma in Bali
03:08 Principles of Ayurveda
04:14 Understanding Doshas and Individual Treatment
05:33 Root Causes of Disease in Ayurveda
11:06 The Concept of Ama and Its Impact
14:42 Stages of Panchakarma
17:49 Preparing for Panchakarma
19:32 My Panchakarma Experience Begins
24:45 Detailed Treatment Plan
25:53 Daily Routine and Initial Treatments
26:14 Challenges of Medicated Ghee
26:46 Ayurvedic Meals and Simple Diet
27:13 Abhyanga and Shirodhara Treatments
29:07 Sweat Therapy and Mental Challenges
32:34 Peak Experience: Panchakarma
36:48 Rejuvenation and Final Treatments
42:13 Reflections and Insights
51:05 Gratitude and Future Plans