Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan is a Cardiologist and Professor of Medicine at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan, and the founder of Śabda Institute, which offers teachings and practices that foster the cultivation of a body that functions optimally, a mind that is clear of misperceptions, and a heart that radiates harmony. She is also the author of three books, including Shakti Rising and Glorious Alchemy: Living the Lalitā Sahasranāma. On today’s episode we discuss the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita, the relationship between Shiva and Shakti, understanding the nature and purpose of desire, and the liberation offered by embracing non-duality.
You can learn more about Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan, the Śabda Institute and all of her books at her website: https://sabda.institute/.
You can also listen to her chanting the Lalitã Sahasranãma here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zYycduhCgk
On this episode, Kavitha provided an overview of the Bhagavad Gita. If you’d like to read it, she recommends The Holy Geeta, by Swami Chinmayananda, and Paths to God: Living the Bhagavad Gita, by Ram Dass.