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Diary of a Yogini with Paula Chichester #171
Diary of a Yogini with Paula Chichester #171
Diary of a Yogini with Paula Chichester #171
Tuesday 24th September 2024
Explore Paula Chichester's life as a yogini, balancing meditation and social action, and the challenges of long-term retreat.
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Episode Overview
- Paula Chichester's journey as a modern yogini.
- Balancing meditation with social action.
- Challenges of long-term solitary retreats.
- Practical insights on supporting meditators.
- Engaging in transformative Buddhist practices.
The ancient word yogi, or yogini in its female form, refers to someone who's dedicated their life to inner transformation through meditation.
In this captivating episode, Scott Snibbe engages in an enlightening conversation with Paula Chichester, a modern-day yogini who has dedicated her life to inner transformation through meditation. Paula shares her unique journey, having spent years in solitary retreat, which is a rare choice in today's fast-paced world. Her commitment to a life of isolation and inner adventure offers profound insights into the joys and challenges of long-term retreat.
Paula discusses the balance between inner development through meditation and outer transformation via social action. She emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body and not pushing oneself too hard during prolonged solitary retreats. Paula's experiences in India and her work with notable teachers like Geshe Yeshi Topten are highlighted, showing how her spiritual journey has been enriched by encounters with great yogis.
The episode touches on the practical aspects of sustaining a life as a yogini, including financial support and emotional resilience. Paula humorously shares anecdotes about cheering oneself up during tough times with solitary celebrations, reminding listeners of the importance of self-care. Scott and Paula explore the broader implications of bringing Buddhist practices into non-religious contexts, making them accessible to a wider audience.
Paula's vision aligns with the Dalai Lama's approach to Buddhism as a philosophy rather than a religion, aiming to integrate wisdom into everyday life. Listeners are encouraged to support long-term meditators like Paula and her retreat partner, Roger Monroe, through donations to retreat centers such as The Land of Calm Abiding. Scott invites listeners to deepen their engagement with meditation practices by joining his guided retreats and community discussions.
This episode is a heartfelt tribute to Paula Chichester's dedication and offers practical insights for anyone interested in the transformative power of meditation and the yogi lifestyle.