#7 RADHIKA DAS - BHAKTI YOGI AND KIRTAN LEADER
Radhika Das (@radhika_dasa) is devoted to helping others feel more fulfilled through mantra meditation and a holistic way of living; deeply connecting the mind, body and soul. Radhika Das also helps to run ‘Kirtan London’ (@kirtanlondon), a project which aims to make sacred mantra music accessible and relevant to a wider audience, including schools, mental health institutions and outdoor events.
WE TALK ABOUT
The meaning behind kirtan and mantra /// Being of service to the world ///The effect of sound on our consciousness /// Living the small dream first /// Keeping your passion and your career separate /// From trying to be someone else to choosing authenticity /// The nature of impermanence /// Putting hustle into what you do /// How success comes in waves /// The challenge of staying authentic when using social media /// Remembering your ‘why’
QUOTES
-‘It’s not about the fame - how can I offer this as a service to others?’
-‘It’s been a learning curve. But I really enjoy the process.’
-‘No service is ever too small. It’s always going to have an impact.’
-‘I sometimes mess up, and people like that!’
-‘Sacrifice is normal with any offering.’
REFERENCES
-Simon Sinnek, ‘Start With Why’ (book)
-Jas Musicals (shop)
-‘Selected Verses from the Vedic Scriptures’ (book)
THE HOSTS
@adamhusler - Drawing from a variety of lives lived off the mat, Adam Husler brings a unique perspective to those who seek more from yoga than making pretty shapes. He offers creative, effective and clearly-sequenced teachings that focus on balancing flexibility and strength; physically and mentally. Educated by globally renown teachers, including Jason Crandell and Michael Stone, Adam specialises in a signature style of Alignment-Based Vinyasa— fuelled by a fascination with anatomy and a desire to ask ‘why?’.
Based in London, Adam teaches a robust schedule in one of the worlds top yoga studios, Triyoga, and world leading gym, Equinox. On top of this, Adam leads workshops, trainings and teaches festivals continuously around the world, leaving him with thousands of teaching hours under his belt and plenty of appearances in national and international media.
For workshops, trainings, events and retreats, find out more here.
@iamhollyhusler - From belting out original pop tunes at the London O2 stage to 20,000 people, whilst supporting Westlife, to singing healing mantras and playing magical instruments, to seas of sleeping yogis, at events and studios across the globe; Holly’s journey has led to a deep desire to help people find conscious connection and their own inner peace.
For workshops, music, events and retreats, find out more here.
The Huslers have launched a new online platform for yoga classes, sound journeys, meditations and more. Explore at thehuslers.com