{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5d79231de976f35d72bf57e1/698e09f81506be1a7e30fa52?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"From Backpacker to Yogi: Dr. Michael Muktan Sullivan's Journey with Swami Satchidananda & Ayurveda Secrets","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/5d79231de976f35d72bf57e1/1771273478643-15cc2f6a-2ab6-4540-b25c-8a306bb81b14.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><em>\"Health is very simple. It's disease that's complicated.\"</em></p><p><br></p><p>Join Dr. Michael Muktan Sullivan as he shares his incredible spiritual journey from backpacking across Europe and India in the 1970s to becoming a devoted disciple of Swami Satchidananda. Discover how yoga, Buddhism, and Ayurveda transformed his life, including firsthand stories of selfless service, karma yoga, and the power of a true guru. Perfect for anyone seeking inspiration on meditation, health, and living with purpose.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode:</p><p><br></p><p>- Travel adventures in India and Thailand</p><p>- First encounters with yoga and meditation</p><p>- Life at the ashram and teacher training</p><p>- Insights on Ayurveda as a lifestyle for balance and wellness</p><p>- Lessons on unconditional love, ego, and divine guidance</p><p><br></p><p>Timestamps:</p><p>00:00 - Intro &amp; Meeting Gurudev</p><p>00:36 - Backpacking to India in 1973</p><p>01:53 - Living in a Buddhist Monastery</p><p>03:08 - Discovering Hatha Yoga &amp; First Retreat</p><p>05:07 - Introduction to Ayurveda</p><p>08:14 - Power of Selfless Service</p><p>14:56 - Gurudev's Presence &amp; Impact</p><p>19:10 - Relationship with the Guru</p><p>22:38 - Practical Wisdom &amp; Curiosity</p><p>26:53 - Divine Guidance in Life</p><p>30:52 - Overcoming Ego &amp; Fear</p><p>35:12 - Unconditional Love &amp; Self-Realization</p><p>37:05 - Defining Ayurveda: Science of Life</p><p>39:36 - Health as a Lifelong Journey</p><p>46:57 - Illness, Karma, &amp; Honesty</p><p>49:10 - Closing Thoughts &amp; Gratitude</p><p><br></p><p>Dr. Michael Muktan Sullivan, is a Chiropractor and yoga instructor for the past 45 years. He is a diplomat from the International Ayurvedic Institute and has studied and worked at the Ayurvedic Hospital in Caimbatore, South India and completed Advanced Studies in Pune, India. He is a lecturer and workshop leader in back care, Yoga, Meditation and Ayurveda.</p><p><br></p><p>For more information and to get in touch with Dr. Sullivan, visit: <a href=\"https://riverviewspa.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">riverviewspa.com</a></p><p>--</p><p><br></p><p>If you're into yoga stories, spiritual growth, Ayurveda tips, or Swami Satchidananda teachings, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications for more inspiring podcasts!</p><p><br></p><p>#YogaJourney #Ayurveda #SwamiSatchidananda #SpiritualAwakening #SelflessService</p>","author_name":"Integral Yoga"}