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Functional Spirituality

Ava Irani
Meditation
Mindfulness
Breathwork
Gratitude
Breathing Techniques
Relaxation Techniques
Healing
Spirituality
Breath Awareness
Self-Care
Subconscious Mind
Yoga
Manifestation
Heart Space
Parenting
Awareness
Relaxation
Self-Reflection
Personal Development
Personal Growth

Hi, my name is Ava and I’m delighted to offer you “Functional Spirituality”, a free resource of talks, trainings and guided meditations. I use an academic approach to invite critical thinking into energetic, mystical and heart-based practices. Spirituality has a history of disempowering the individual and worshiping the guru or priest, without question. In this podcast, I aim to reduce the dogma t... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes341Founded6 years ago
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Ava Arani
Meditation teacher, instructor, and creator of Functional Spirituality
Functional Spirituality
Episode: Personal Healing & Trauma-Informed Meditation with Ryan Hassan
Stephanie K. Poly
Passionate advocate for environmental awareness and mental health, and creator of the blog Conscious Fish.
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Episode: Conscious activism & the environment with Stephanie Poly

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Ava Irani
Host of Functional Spirituality; creator of the framework; focuses on embodied, heart-centered approaches to meditation and healing.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 121 ratings
  • Thought provoking and helper

    Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SpandaYoga
    Australia4 years ago
  • Inspired and soothing

    Ava is such a brilliant and wise woman. I am loving her guided meditations- the sound healing is blissful. Her voice is so incredibly soothing- she could literally talk about anything and I would still feel totally relaxed. This is a brilliant resource, thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    H.Cor
    Australia6 years ago
  • So excited by this offering and conversations

    The sense and wisdom that Ava offers in just the introduction is well worth repeated listening. To be supported to reflect on, not just what we choose to practice, but also how they directly inform our living practice, of the mat, from such a wise heart, is a gift and one I plan to continue tuning into. Thank-you Ava.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Julesdon
    Australia6 years ago
  • Amazed and grateful

    This meditation was a beautiful taste of what is to come I’m sure.

    Thank you for birthing this concept of functional spiritually at this point in time where we need it more than ever.

    Looking forward to following this journey.

    Much love.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jshiva0108
    Australia6 years ago
  • Amazing

    I love Ava’s work. I have attended her silent retreats and also studied my yoga teacher training with her.

    I am so excited to now be able to listen to her, teachings, voice and energy in the mornings.

    Thank you Ava xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stripology
    Australia6 years ago

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Thought provoking and inspiring, the host's calm guidance is a highlight.
The show's balanced critique of wellness industry norms resonates with thoughtful audiences.
Listeners appreciate practical, compassionate approaches to healing.
Guided meditations are frequently praised for accessibility and depth.

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Personal Healing & Trauma-Informed Meditation with Ryan Hassan
Q: What role do relationships and conversations (with partners or colleagues) play in this healing process?
Conversations are framed as essential to integrate shifts in healing, as changes in one person can destabilize dynamics with partners or family. Open communication helps align timelines, expectations, and living arrangements, supporting a cohesive transition and reducing misunderstandings.
Personal Healing & Trauma-Informed Meditation with Ryan Hassan
Q: How does trauma-informed meditation differ from traditional meditation approaches, and why is this distinction important?
The episode emphasizes that trauma-informed meditation separates healing outcomes from transcending outcomes. By focusing on meeting exile parts with compassionate presence, practitioners can reduce re-traumatization and cultivate sustainable changes in behavior, sleep, and daily life. Guidance and a structured practice help overcome resistance and deepen practice.
Personal Healing & Trauma-Informed Meditation with Ryan Hassan
Q: What was the context of the India retreat and how did it influence your healing process?
Ava describes the eight-day India retreat as a deeply rich and challenging experience that brought core wounds to the surface, particularly around attachment and the feeling of being enough. The exploration of IFS concepts like exile and protector translated into a tangible shift while away from family, helping reframe these parts with compassion and curiosity.
Interview with Ava by Emma Campbell
Q: How did you get to that point of realization, of like recognizing that the awakening tools were no longer working?
Ava realized the awakening techniques were not effective when she experienced physical burnout, which led her to rethink her approach to spirituality.
Interview with Ava by Emma Campbell
Q: How did this become the thing that you do now?
Ava recalls a pivotal silent meditation retreat that transformed her life and led her to pursue a career in yoga and spiritual education.

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This show centers on practical spirituality that prioritizes embodied practice, nervous-system regulation, and personal empowerment over dogma. Episodes blend meditation guidance, trauma-informed approaches, and reflective discussions on topics like privilege, burnout, social media, and the coaching/w wellness industry. Across conversations, listeners are invited to cultivate inner authority, compassionate communication, and sustainable habits through heart-centered facilitation, self-inquiry, and accessible mindfulness rituals. A notable strength is the hands-on, therapist-informed angle toward healing, burnout, and community dynamics, plus a consistent emphasis on safety, emotional safety, and embodiment in everyday life.

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