Why We Get Knocked Off Centre — and a Yogic Fix That Actually Works
🎙️Show Notes
Keywords
Ayurveda, yoga philosophy, Patanjali, Yoga Sūtra 1.33, mindfulness, mental clarity, stress relief, seasonal rhythms, women's wellness, mind–body balance, emotional wellbeing, nervous system regulation
Summary
In this episode of Rooted in the Seasons, Katja Patel explores why we get knocked off centre so easily — and how ancient Yogic wisdom can steady the mind in today’s noisy world. She breaks down Patanjali’s four attitudes from Yoga Sūtra 1.33, showing how they reduce overwhelm, soften reactivity, and create mental clarity. Katja also shares an Ayurvedic perspective on overstimulation and rhythm, along with simple, practical tools you can begin using this week to feel calmer, clearer, and more grounded.
Takeaways
Small, everyday distractions can quickly unsettle the mind.
Mental overload creates emotional and physical imbalance.
Patanjali’s four attitudes offer simple, powerful tools for clarity.
Our approach to situations shapes our inner experience.
A steady mind supports digestion, sleep, and emotional resilience.
Practising friendliness softens comparison and envy.
One attitude per week prevents overwhelm and builds rhythm.
Mindfulness practices act as daily mental hygiene.
Ayurveda explains how overstimulation disrupts balance.
Rhythm and consistency are essential for long-term wellbeing.
Titles
Why We Get Knocked Off Centre — and a Yogic Fix That Actually Works
A Gentle Yogic Practice for a Clearer, Calmer Mind
Sound Bites
“You’re not missing the answers — you’re just too overstimulated to hear them.”
“It’s not the outside world… it’s our approach to it.”
“A steady mind grows from a steady rhythm.”
Chapters
00:00 — Why We Get Knocked Off Centre
01:04 — The Modern Vikshepas: Distractions & Overload
04:18 — Patanjali’s Four Attitudes for a Steady Mind
08:07 — How Mindset Shapes Emotional Stability
09:50 — Ayurveda’s View on Overstimulation & Rhythm
12:33 — Practical Tools: Friendliness, Breath & Daily Rhythm
