Claud Manelli interviews Smita Joshi, an award-winning author, yogi, teacher, and high-performance transformation coach, on his podcast “Let’s Talk Soul.” They discuss Smita’s background, her best-selling book “Karma and Diamonds,” the concept of the real self, the importance of values, and the idea of owning one’s darkness.
Highlights
- 📖 Smita Joshi is the author of “Karma and Diamonds,” a journey of self-discovery based on real events from her life.
- 🧘♀️ The central theme of the book is about listening to your inner voice, or “Atman” in Sanskrit, to guide you to live your best life.
- 🌐 Prior to her writing career, Smita worked in the technology sector for 25 years, collaborating with tech giants and winning significant contracts.
- 🎥 She also has a YouTube channel called “Self-Discovery Channel – Smita Joshi” where she interviews influential figures and covers personal development topics.
- 🤔 Smita delves deep into the understanding of the ‘real self,’ highlighting the nuances between the soul, ego, and consciousness.
- ❤️ They discuss the importance of understanding and being clear about one’s values, which dictate the choices we make in life.
- 🌑 Smita emphasizes the power of owning one’s darkness or shadow, hinting at the process of self-awareness and transformation.
