294: The Power of Breath & Meditation: Managing Stress & Negative Emotions with Dr. Ajay Tejasvi

What if everything you need to feel calm, energized, and resilient is already within you—just waiting to be activated? In this episode with Dr. Ajay Tejasvi, you'll discover how your breath is the bridge between your mind and body, and learn the practical techniques to manage stress, anxiety, and negative emotions while reclaiming the energy to show up as your best self. Dr. Ajay Tejasvi is a renowned meditation and breathwork expert and a part of the executive team for The Art of Living Foundation. As a key figure in Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's Office in Washington, DC, he contributes to diverse global initiatives. Ajay holds a Ph.D. in Political Science and is actively involved in supporting education, youth, and women's empowerment initiatives. SPONSOR • Shopify | Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period http://shopify.com/tll TIMESTAMPS 2:28 The Art of Living Foundation 3:47 What Inspired Dr. Ajay’s Path 10:04 Sky Breath Meditation 13:57 Breathing Technique for Nervousness 17:17 Full Yogic Breath 21:22 Nose Breathing vs. Mouth Breathing 26:16 The 4 Pillars of Energy 31:48 Managing Difficult Times 32:56 Learning from Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar 37:29 Conscious vs traditional leadership 43:23 Bringing Meditation to College Campuses 48:13 Building Confidence & Resilience 49:20 Last Message FOLLOW AJAY • Instagram • The Art of Living 🎙️Complete show notes for this episode here 📹 The video version of this interview is available on YouTube SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE • Apple Podcasts • Spotify • YouTube LAVENDAIRE • YouTube • Instagram