184. What’s My Purpose in Life? Why Nothing Feels Right Anymore
Wisdom of the Body
Ayurvedic practitioner and author Heather Grzych explores the question so many people are quietly asking: What’s my purpose in life? Rather than offering a quick answer or career advice, this episode looks at why purpose feels so elusive right now, why so many people feel disconnected even when life looks “right” on paper, and how purpose actually emerges through small, embodied signals rather than logic or pressure. Drawing on cultural trends, a powerful statistic about meaning and direction, and the film Amélie as a metaphor, Heather explains why ignoring subtle inner cues leads to...
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183. Truth About Ayurveda and Spirituality with Dr. JV Hebbar
Wisdom of the Body
Ayurvedic practitioner and author Heather Grzych speaks with Dr. J.V. Hebbar, founder of EasyAyurveda.com and Easy Ayurveda Hospital in India, about the truth behind Ayurveda and spirituality, and what it actually means for busy, modern people. Together they explore what spirituality truly is (and isn’t), whether Ayurveda itself is a spiritual practice, and the role clarity can play in healing without drifting into extremism. Dr. Hebbar offers grounded perspectives on fasting, restrictive diets, money and healing, celebrity culture, psychedelic therapies, and the misconception of Ayurvedic...
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182. Being Ready for the Unexpected
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Author and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych explores how intuition, synchronicity, and those unexpected life changes often show up without warning, and how your body can sense new opportunities long before your mind does. If you’re facing a transition, feeling stuck, or craving a breakthrough, this episode reveals why the biggest manifestations, life pivots, and moments of clarity can arise in ordinary moments. Learn how to listen to your inner guidance, stay open to possibility, and recognize when the universe is lining up something amazing for you. Your next transformation might...
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181. Sam Sussman on Parents and Family History
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Ayurvedic practitioner and author Heather Grzych talks with novelist Sam Sussman, author of the bestselling novel Boy from the North Country, in a candid conversation about parents, family history, and the stories we inherit without choosing. Together they explore how personal loss becomes fiction, how caregiving rewires the body, and what it means to grow up in the long shadow of myth, especially when people can’t help but wonder if you might be Bob Dylan’s son. Sam reflects on transforming intimate family truths into narrative, while Heather brings her embodied lens to the ways lineage...
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180. Heather Grzych on the Tragic History of the Swastika
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Author and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych explores the tragic and complex history of the swastika — a sacred symbol of well-being and auspiciousness in Indian traditions that was later twisted by the Nazis into one of the most feared emblems of hatred in modern history. Heather traces how the symbol’s meaning shifted as it crossed cultural and historical boundaries, reflecting on how words and images can be deliberately or unconsciously transformed over time. Drawing from her background in Ayurveda, as a writer, and her personal experience as an American mother of child from a...
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179. Wendy Valentine on Midlife Crisis vs. Awakening
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Wellness expert and author Heather Grzych talks with Wendy Valentine, author of Women Waking Up: The Midlife Manifesto for Passion, Purpose, and Play and host of The Midlife Makeover Show. Together they explore how midlife can be a time of awakening rather than crisis: a moment to shed old roles, rediscover joy, and say yes to the life waiting beyond fear. Wendy opens up about divorce, grief, and the courage it takes to reinvent yourself publicly, while Heather reflects on the cycles of transformation that every woman faces. This is a conversation about passion, purpose, and learning to trust...
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178. Heather Grzych on Reinventing Primary Care
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Author and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych explores what it means to reinvent primary care through the lens of Ayurveda. She reflects on how modern medicine is good at fixing the body when it breaks, while Ayurveda teaches us to listen long before disease appears. Drawing from her own journey — from studying ancient Ayurvedic methods to partnering with doctors and reading blood work — Heather invites listeners to reimagine a healthcare system rooted in prevention, relationship, and vitality. The episode closes with a short meditation that envisions a future where primary care truly...
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177. Kirti Tewani on Ayurveda, Beauty and Vulnerability on Social Media
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Author and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych sits down with Kirti Tewani to explore a refreshingly holistic and creative approach to beauty, wellness, and Ayurveda. They discuss everything from resisting cultural norms like gray hair and navigating natural beauty influences, to the lessons we inherit from our mothers about health. Kirti shares insights on the joy of skincare routines, the role of Ayurvedic practices like oil pulling, and the importance of listening to what our bodies truly need: including sleep, stress management, and understanding subtle cues, or our “inner body...
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176. Heather Grzych on Mastering Destiny vs Surrendering
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Author and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych explores the journey from darkness to clarity through the lens of yoga philosophy. From the inertia of tamas to the restless empowerment of rajas, and ultimately the purity of sattva, Heather shares how these states show up in daily life, from the foods we eat to the way we breathe. Drawing on stories from films and books, she reveals how individuals and even entire groups cycle through these modes of being, and why true empowerment is found in the balance of control and surrender. Plus, Heather explains why retreat environments are...
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175. Heather Grzych on Top Tips for Dystopian Futures
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Author and Ayurvedic practitioner Heather Grzych dives into her fascination with both ancient wisdom and futuristic possibilities to share Ayurvedic tips for surviving a dystopian world. From why the weather in dystopia matters to how simple practices like nasya, ear oiling, and growing herbs can protect your body and mind, Heather reveals five powerful strategies to stay grounded when life feels chaotic. Plus, she explains why oil is your best friend in harsh environments, and various kinds of dystopias. Stay tuned for her upcoming episode on Ayurvedic tips for utopia, because even...
info_outlineWellness expert Heather Grzych asks whether religion is helping or hindering fertility and reproduction today, considering that a large percentage of children today are actually born to unwed mothers. Religion and science can both shape one’s approach to their wellness, medical and even fertility journeys, including when it’s okay to have sex and who we can have sex with. While many aspects of religion may be beneficial, are they also limiting modern people? Do we still have to follow the rules of religion or our family culture and get married to have kids today? How can people build rituals for the rite of passage into becoming a parent outside of religion?
Heather Grzych, AD is an American author and expert in Ayurvedic medicine who was formerly the head of product development for a multi-billion-dollar health insurance company. She is a board-certified Ayurvedic practitioner at the Ayurvedic Doctor level, serving on the faculty at Mount Madonna Institute College of Ayurveda and on the Board of Directors for the National Ayurvedic Medical Association. Heather’s first book, The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility, has sold thousands of copies worldwide, and her writing has been featured in Sports Illustrated, Yoga Journal, and the Sunday Independent. Her podcast, Wisdom of the Body, holds an average rating of 5 stars on Apple Podcasts. In addition to creating, supporting her clients, and leading an organization, she’s often helping out at her son’s baseball practices. Visit her online at www.heathergrzych.com
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