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Waves of Forgiveness 10 - What forgiveness leaves behind Forgiveness is often imagined as an ending, yet in lived experience it feels more like a clearing. This closing chapter reflects on what remains when resentment softens and the nervous system no longer organises itself around defence. As forgiveness settles, space opens. Reactions become quieter. Energy returns. Choices feel less driven by h...

Waves of Forgiveness 9 - Blessing There comes a point where forgiveness no longer feels like something we are working towards. It is simply there. This chapter explores that quiet shift, when effort falls away and what remains is a natural softening in how we hold others and ourselves. Blessing is not a moral stance or a spiritual ideal. It emerges when the nervous system is settled, boundaries ar...

Waves of Forgiveness 8 - Boundaries as care Forgiveness often struggles to last when it is not supported by clear boundaries. This chapter reflects on why forgiveness without protection can quietly turn into self abandonment, especially for those who value connection and harmony. Here we explore boundaries not as rejection or punishment, but as a form of care. Boundaries create clarity for the ner...

Waves of Forgiveness 7 - Play as restoration Play is often seen as something light or optional, yet it plays a quiet and powerful role in emotional regulation. This chapter explores how play restores movement in the nervous system and brings flexibility back to places that have become tight or overburdened. When life is held too seriously, roles harden and experiences feel heavier than they need t...

Waves of Forgiveness Stories we live inside We all make sense of our lives through stories. They help us organise experience, understand pain, and explain why certain moments affect us so deeply. Over time, however, these stories can become places we live inside rather than references we return to. This chapter explores how unresolved pain can quietly shape identity, and how familiar narratives ar...

Waves of Forgiveness 5 - The witness There are moments when we understand our patterns clearly, yet still find ourselves pulled into familiar reactions. This chapter explores the role of the witness, a way of staying present without being consumed by what is happening. Being the witness allows us to notice sensations, emotions, and thoughts as they arise, without immediately acting on them. In lon...

Waves of Forgiveness 4 - The nervous system sets the pace Forgiveness does not move at the speed of intention. It moves at the speed of the nervous system. This chapter explores why release becomes possible only when the body feels safe enough to soften. When the nervous system is under pressure, it stays alert and protective. In that state, forgiveness can feel unreachable, not because we are unw...

Waves of Forgiveness Why the mind cannot forgive Many people approach forgiveness as a thinking process. They replay events, analyse behaviour, and search for understanding, hoping that clarity will bring relief. Yet even with insight, the body often remains tense and reactive. This chapter explores why that happens. Here we look at the limits of the mind when it comes to forgiveness, and how the...

Waves of Forgiveness 2 - Forgiveness without mythology Forgiveness is one of the most repeated ideas in personal growth and spiritual language, yet it is rarely explained in a way that feels lived or realistic. Many people are told they must forgive in order to heal, while quietly feeling that forgiveness asks them to minimise their pain or excuse what happened. This chapter gently questions the s...

Waves of Forgiveness The container Why healing begins before the conversation. Before healing can begin, something more basic is needed. Safety. Choice. A sense that nothing is being forced. This opening chapter explores why meaningful change does not start with techniques, insight, or effort, but with how a space is held and how a conversation begins. When people feel rushed, corrected, or subtly...

Namaste, dear listener. Welcome back to Simply Conscious — where ancient wisdom meets modern reflection. Today, we explore a topic that has followed many of us from our childhood into womanhood, through hushed conversations, family traditions, and deep inner questioning. Why is menstruation treated as a time when women are discouraged from taking part in religious activities in Hindu culture? This...

💫 How to Recover from Burnout with Yoga, Breathwork & Ayurveda 💫 Spotify Episode Description: Feeling tired, stressed, or overwhelmed? You’re not alone. In this episode, Hari Trivedi shares a powerful yet gentle approach to help you reset your energy — physically, mentally, and emotionally. We explore how ancient tools like yoga , pranayama (breathwork) , sound healing , and a 15-day Ayurved...

Finding Your Purpose Through Enlightenment Happy New Year, everyone! It’s wonderful to be here, sharing space and ideas. Today, I’d like to dive into a profound topic: enlightenment and discovering our purpose. Let’s start with a story that offers deep insights. A Zen master named Hui Sen, before becoming a master, sought a teacher to learn meditation and master the art of focusing the mind. When...

In this episode of Simply Conscious , we explore the profound question: "Where is the center of the universe?" This is a live recording from the free Friday meditation classes that I run here in Leicester. Delving into scientific perspectives, spiritual philosophies, and tantric wisdom, we uncover how the concept of a "center" shifts from cosmic theories to the heart of human consciousness. Join u...

Hello everyone! It has been such a long time since my last podcast so here is a treat for you all! A guided mediation with sound healing. It's ideal to listen to this on headphones or a decent speaker with your eyes closed, you may lay down or stay still and seated to find some much needed calm. More to come xxFor more information please visit https://ishan-sattva.comFollow me on socials: Instagra...

Hello all! Hope you're had a great Easter break. Welcome to episode 8 of Simply Conscious. Today I'm introducing the topic of what a mantra is and how it affects our being. This is a very deep topic and we will uncover it over time. I like to keep things simple and hopefully this gets you thinking and wanting to research more. For more information please visit https://ishan-sattva.comFollow me on...

Hello everyone! Welcome to Simply Conscious Episode 7! Today I'm introducing the topic of connecting with nature to bring harmony within us and how to the environment we live in affects our electromagnetic fields. For more information please visit https://ishan-sattva.comFollow me on socials: Instagram FacebookSpotifyBandcampYoutube

Hey guys! Thanks for joining me for episode 6 of Simply Conscious. Today I'm briefly introducing the topic of social separation and how it affects addiction. Can you remember a time when you were not invited to a friend’s birthday party or other social event? Or times when you felt like your friends were ganging up on you or teasing you? It’s not hard to recall how insecure these circumstances can...

Hello everyone! Welcome to episode 5 of Simply Conscious. Today I'm going to talk about what happens in a Tantric Massage. Many customers ask me with curiosity thinking that it's just a sexual service. Tantra is the science of energy, which shows many techniques of working with energy and incorporating it to elevate our beings. Tantra uses the language of pure divine love. Healing techniques and T...

Hi you beautiful souls! Welcome to podcast 4 of Simply Conscious. Today’s episode is a slight change from the previous ones which have been focused on the mind. I will start talking about the heart space and how to slowly shift your consciousness from reactive to acting from wisdom. I look forward to connecting with you next week to delve a little deeper in opening your hearts xxFor more informati...

Hello all! Welcome to episode three of Simply Conscious! I hope you're all keeping well and thanks for tuning in for the third week running. Today we are going to be introducing the topic of being the observer. A multi-layered subject. I look forward to seeing you next time! For more information please visit https://ishan-sattva.comFollow me on socials: Instagram FacebookSpotifyBandcampYoutube

Hi all! A huge thank you for joining me today for the second podcast of Simply Conscious. Today we are talking about the subconscious mind and how to tap into it. Your subconscious mind is like a huge memory bank. It permanently stores everything that ever happens to you, and its capacity is virtually unlimited. By the time you reach the age of 21, you’ve already permanently stored more than one h...

Hello all! A warm welcome to the first episode of Simply Conscious. It brings me great joy to share inspiring thoughts, topics and divine wisdom to help you in your day-to-day lives. I will be covering a range of topics such as the energy system, yoga, ayurveda, mental health, guided meditation, healing and more. Today's topic is a big one... the mind. A small highlight on a subject which has puzz...