Hindu at Heart: Spirituality, Service, and Medical Practice | Dr Anisha Pareddy

In this episode of That’s So Hindu, Dr Indu Viswanathan joins us again for another edition of her Hindu at Heart series of interviews. In this one she explores the inspiring journey of Dr. Anisha Pareddy, a first-generation Hindu American physician, as she shares her childhood memories, spiritual awakening, and how her faith influences her medical career and personal life. Discover insights on Hindu identity in America, the role of gurus, and the integration of spirituality and medicine.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Anisha's Journey02:50 Growing Up Hindu in Carmel, Indiana05:42 Cultural Identity and School Experiences08:52 The Shift to Personal Hinduism12:02 Academic Exploration of Religion15:00 Finding a Guru and Spiritual Growth17:43 Navigating Relationships and Spirituality26:47 Hinduism: Spirituality and Practice29:00 Navigating Relationships and Family Dynamics36:02 The Journey to Becoming a Physician51:31 Embracing Hindu Identity in MedicineKeywordsHindu American, spirituality, medicine, guru, cultural identity, Hinduism in America, cardiology, personal growth, faith, dharma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.