She felt so lost.

Less than 2 years into a PhD program, she realized she was on the wrong path.  She looked everywhere for the answers—different cities, jobs, people—but none of it seemed right.

She had dug herself into a hole and had no idea how to get out of it.

Until…

Getting Brave, Being Quiet, and Checking In

She got brave, got quiet, and mustered up the courage to check in with herself—her mind AND body—to figure out what SHE wanted.

Meet my friend, Vidya.

Through yoga, meditation, and self-awareness practices she went from going through the motions, to coping, to finding her true purpose.

We recently had the opportunity to sit down and chat about her journey, which shows how important it is to look inside, instead of outside, for the answers.

6 Lessons from Switching Paths

We covered a lot of ground like…

• How body awareness, yoga, and meditation helped her go inside to find HER answers. (2:05)

• What to do when you don’t have any role models to turn to for what you’re experiencing. (9:38)

• How to deal with the fear of disappointing others and of what others will think. (12:00)

• The importance of building a supportive community and knowing who to turn to for what kind of support. (15:05)

• The difference between moving your body and connecting to it as a source of wisdom. (20:13)

• Finding the courage to “be with” discomfort and use it to find the answers you’re seeking. (22:12)

She’s got a brave story, and you can watch the video here.

Prefer to read the full-length interview instead? Click here for the transcript.

We’ve all gone through times when we felt lost. That’s why I wanted to share some of the gems of the conversation with you.

You Already Know

Whether you feel like you need to make a change or you’re just going through the motions and want to reconnect, Vidya’s story is a such a great reminder that the answers you seek are within you.

If we can do it, so can you.

Sometimes it’s nice to hear how someone else did it.

At other times you might want some help finding that inner wisdom.

You don’t have to go without the tools, role models, and support, like Vidya did.

Either way, I’m here for you.  Vidya’s here for you.

We believe in you, and we know you’ve got this, my friend!

To learn more about Vidya and her work, to explore some of her resources, or to join her newsletter community if you feel called, head over to ​www.vidyawarrier.com​. No affiliate relationship here—if you decide to work with her, I don’t get anything other than the sweet satisfaction of connecting like-minded souls.

This information is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation.