What Happens When Science Meets Spirituality in Healing? | Dr. Ramesh Bijlani & Divyanshi Chugh
The Purnam Podcast What Happens When Science Meets Spirituality in Healing?| Dr. Ramesh Bijlani & Divyanshi Chugh ☀️ Despite knowing so much about health, why do we find it so difficult to live well? Stress, anxiety, loneliness and lifestyle related disorders continue to rise, and as does information about latest health hacks from protein to collagen. Isn’t it a curious paradox? Is our real crisis one of information overload and inaction OR a lack of transformation in consciousness? In this insightful conversation, Dr. Ramesh Bijlani draws on a lifetime of medicine, yoga, and the teachings of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother to explore a deeper understanding of health, healing, and their deep connection to spirituality. In this episode, we explore: Why modern medicine alone isn't enough—and how science and spirituality together can offer a more complete understanding of health and healing. How anxiety, loneliness, and social media addiction can be understood through the lens of yogic wisdom. Why true wellbeing has no shortcuts, and what it really takes to cultivate lasting physical, mental, and spiritual health. Whether you're trying to build healthier habits, feeling overwhelmed by conflicting wellness advice, or simply seeking a more integrated way of living, this conversation offers insights and actionable steps for anyone aspiring to live with greater balance, clarity, and joy. 📚 References & Sources: Uttarpara Speech by Sri Aurobindo: https://motherandsriaurobindo.in/Sri-... Psychic Flame by Sri Aurobindo: https://incarnateword.in/compilations... On Health by The Mother: https://library.sriaurobindoashram.or... Thus Spake the Buddha Why Good Things Happen to Good People by Stephen Post PH.D. (Author), The City of Joy Novel by Dominique Lapierre Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening: Spirituality and Resilience 00:01:51 Introduction to Dr. Ramesh Bijlani 00:03:23 Early Spiritual Journey & Discovering Sri Aurobindo 00:09:29 Why Integral Yoga? 00:10:16 Bridging Science, Spirituality & Health 00:17:48 Can the Mind Heal the Body? 00:23:29 How Stress, Emotions & Trauma Affect Health 00:27:10 Why Yoga Doesn't Remove Life's Challenges 00:44:16 Understanding the Psychic Being in Integral Yoga 00:51:16 Karma, Suffering & Why Difficulties Exist 00:57:33 Negative Energies, Evil Eye & Spiritual Protection 01:02:47 Modern Wellness, Nutrition & The Shortcut Trap 01:13:22 Why Overthinking Never Brings Clarity 01:32:01 Stories of the Mother's Grace 01:37:33 Times of India: The Speaking Tree Experience Dr. Ramesh Ji’s Work / @yogaeducationspirituality / yespirituality 🎁 A Special Gift: Join us for a LIVE workshop on "Awakening Karmayogi" at: https://purnam.co/gift This transformative workshop is designed to help seekers understand the process of awakening and take their first step toward living a life of purpose and a life-embracing spirituality. About Dr. Ramesh Bijlani Dr. Ramesh Bijlani is a renowned physician, visionary yoga educator, and former Professor & Head of Physiology at AIIMS, New Delhi. For decades, he has explored the meeting point of modern medicine, Integral Yoga, and spirituality, helping people discover a more holistic understanding of health, wellbeing, and human flourishing. About Divyanshi Chugh Divyanshi Chugh is an Integral Yoga practitioner, visionary educator, and Co-founder & CEO of the Purnam Centre for Integrality in Auroville (www.purnamcommunity.in). She works with young pioneers who aspire to integrate their spiritual calling with meaningful work and professional excellence, helping them discover and live their Swadharma. The Purnam Podcast The Purnam Podcast explores what it truly means to live all life as Yoga. Inspired by the vision of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, the podcast brings together conversations on consciousness, work, purpose, education, wellbeing, and the evolution of humanity. About Us Purnam Community is a transformative learning community that coaches young spiritual seekers to become Karmayogis, inspired by the vision of Sri Aurobindo and the idea of "the spiritual gift of India to the world." To join our community of spiritual seekers embracing all life as Yoga: https://purnam.co/gift
