Science Vs. Spirituality: Kriya Yoga, Pain & The Power Of Surrender | Dr. Ashwin Vijay x Gayathri

In this powerful episode, Dr. Ashwin Vijay, an accomplished orthopedic surgeon turned spiritual seeker, opens up about a journey that goes far beyond medicine. What begins as a conversation about healing becomes a profound exploration of pain, ego, and the search for meaning. From the chaos of hospital emergency rooms to the stillness of deep spiritual practice, Dr. Ashwin shares how intense suffering, both his own and that of his patients, led him to question everything he once believed. As he sat with pain instead of escaping it, he began to experience a quiet dissolution of identity, a soft unraveling of the ego, and a deeper connection with the soul. We dive into the nature of the mind, why it clings to false stories, and how surrender, not control, is the true gateway to clarity. Dr. Ashwin reveals how simple, often forgotten practices like mindful breathing, sun exposure, and movement can anchor us in presence, and why true healing begins when we stop running from discomfort. This isn’t just a conversation about spirituality, it’s about confronting the illusions we live with, reclaiming our inner truth, and remembering the intelligence that lives in every moment, every breath, every bit of pain. If you’ve ever felt lost, disconnected, or tired of chasing external answers, this episode will offer a kind of stillness you didn’t know you were seeking. (0:00) - Start of the podcast (3:00) – Pain as a doorway to spirituality (7:18) – The inner longing for truth (10:10) – Dr. Ashwin’s early spiritual experiences (19:00) – The path of Kriya Yoga (22:55) – What it means to truly believe in God (25:46) – How his perspective on life has evolved (27:14) – A message for those on the spiritual path (29:23) – Breaking free from material attachments (31:40) – Understanding desire vs. drive (36:58) – Simple practices to include in daily life (39:11) – The evolution of human consciousness (41:44) – Why anxiety and depression are rising (44:00) – The role of forgiveness in healing (45:28) – Learning to accept yourself fully (48:48) – What true liberation feels like (54:21) – Dealing with insecurity (55:46) – His advice for seekers and skeptics (57:03) – Insights into his Kriya practice (1:05:17) – The spiritual power of Tiruvannamalai (1:11:10) - End of the podcast #spirituality #kriyayoga -- Hi, I am Gayathri Sivaram, your healing and manifestation coach, and welcome to my podcast, Evolve. This podcast is a space where we dive deep into the world of healing, self-discovery, and personal growth. Through heartfelt conversations and powerful insights, my goal is to help you unlock the best version of yourself. Follow Our Instagram Handle :   / evolvewithgayathri   Follow Me On Other Social Media Handles:- Instagram:   / holistic.therapist.gayathri  )