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Rooted in the Seasons
Rooted in the Seasons is a weekly podcast for anyone wanting to feel more balanced, calm, and connected, without overhauling their life.
Hosted by Katja Patel, yoga teacher, Ayurvedic guide, and mum, each episode offers simple ways to support your wellbeing through the seasons. You’ll hear practical tips from Ayurveda, real-life reflections, and small seasonal shifts that make a big difference.
If you’re juggling work, family, and the feeling that life moves too fast, this podcast will help you find steadiness in the middle of it all — with a little more rhythm, ease, and nourishment.
Rooted in the Seasons
Why Meditation Matters More Than Ever (and How It Can Change Your Life)
In today’s world, stress has become a constant background noise — and many of us feel pulled in every direction. In this episode, we explore why meditation isn’t just a wellness trend or a spiritual extra, but an essential practice for finding calm, clarity, and confidence in everyday life.
I share a personal story of how I first encountered meditation, what surprised me when I actually began, and how Yoga philosophy — especially the teachings from the Yoga Sutras and Bhagavad Gita — helped me understand the deeper purpose behind it. We’ll also explore why it’s completely normal to struggle with thoughts during meditation and how simply noticing is the beginning of true awareness.
You’ll also hear a short reading from Chapter 6 of the Bhagavad Gita, where Krishna offers practical, compassionate wisdom for working with the mind. Whether you're new to meditation or returning to it, this episode is an invitation to reconnect — one breath at a time.
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🎙️ Rooted in the Seasons is created by Katja Patel at Zest for Yoga & Ayurveda.
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