Episode 9 - Down to earth spirituality and the alchemy of parenthood with Nicole Azzopardi.
Introduction to the episode.
Welcome back everyone to our next juicy episode, where Laura Poole is in conversation Nicole Azzopardi. As you’ll hear in the podcast, Laura met Nicole in India at their teacher’s ashram (Sri Purum) about a year and a half ago and they connected instantly. Nicole is a journalist, writer, cook, gardener and devoted parent. Both Laura and Nicole share a deep love for Indian culture, Vedic philosophy and spirituality.
Nicole has spent the past 15 years travelling backwards and forwards to the ashram, where she spends time learning meditation and the value of selfless service. She currently lives with her husband and two daughters in a small country town in Victoria's Surf Coast hinterland.
This episode they recorded is an unedited, flowing conversation so sit back and relax as we drink in this healing medicine of shared storytelling.
What we talk about.
Nicole’s journey of going to India and meeting her life-long spiritual teacher.
The sacredness of being invited into the Vedic culture and practices.
The true purpose of our human births.
Using our privilege for good.
The spiritual practice of Seva – self-less service.
The challenges of motherhood.
When your child becomes your Guru.
The depths of surrender that are required in parenthood.
Connect with Nicole.
Read Nicole’s writing on sustainability ideas - like making eco-conscious dolls and upcycled planter ideas
Show notes.
Read The Alchemy of Parenting feature article in this month’s Mindful Parenting Magazine
Visit Sri Puram in India and meet Sri Sakthi Amma
See all the Seva projects that have been initiated by Sri Sakthi Amma
Listen to 'Om Namo Narayani' mantra by our friends Edo & Jo
Listen to our Mahasoma 'Divine Devotion' mantra playlist on Spotify