Listen "The Poet of Tantra Traditions with Chandresh Bhardwaj"
Episode Synopsis
Join Ailey Jolie and Chandresh, a seventh-generation spiritual teacher, author, and founder of the 'Break The Norms' movement, for this episode of In This Body. Together they discuss Chandresh's journey from Wall Street to becoming a tantra teacher and his views on modern spirituality. Chandresh shares his insights on the difference between textbook spirituality and lived experience, the importance of self-reverence, and how slowing down can enhance one's spiritual connection. The conversation also delves into topics like death and sexuality, and how embodiment plays a crucial role in fostering a true spiritual connection. We hope you enjoy the episode.They discuss In this episode: 00:00 Introduction to 'In This Body' Podcast01:01 Meet Chandresh: Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Modern Spirituality02:27 Growing Up in a Spiritual Lineage04:59 Textbook Spirituality vs. Embodied Wisdom07:24 Understanding Tantra and Embodiment09:56 Challenges and Misconceptions in Tantra13:39 Leaving Wall Street for a Spiritual Path16:35 Respecting Feminine Energy and Breaking Free23:37 Embracing Vulnerability and Writing 'Break the Norms'26:42 Breaking Norms and Family Narratives27:34 Understanding and Overcoming Mental Blockages29:55 Unconscious Loyalty and Its Impact35:43 Connecting with Your Inner Artist42:40 The Importance of Slowing Down47:11 Starting Your Tantra Journey49:10 Final Thoughts on Tantra and Self-AcceptanceYou can read the show transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/25E43Og1SDQ To find out more about Chandresh:Find: Website (https://cbmeditates.com/) Follow: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/cbmeditates) Explore: Break the Norms (https://cbmeditates.com/book)Learn more about Ailey Jolie:Find: WebsiteFollow: InstagramExplore: SubstackExperience: Online CourseEmail: [email protected] follow along with the In This Body podcast:Follow: Instagram Find: WebsiteEmail: [email protected]