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From the world of high fashion and outer beauty to a life dedicated to inner transformation, Yogi Cameron Alborzian’s journey is one of profound evolution. In the 1990s, he was one of the most recognizable faces in fashion, gracing campaigns for major designers and walking the world’s top runways. But after over a decade in the spotlight, Cameron embarked on a transformative journey to India, studying Ayurvedic medicine and Yogic sciences under respected teachers, including Sri Vasudevan and Dr. Hari Pallathery. There, he embraced a life rooted in spiritual discipline and healing, ultimately finding guidance from his Guru, Swami Satyasangananda Saraswati.

His work has since extended beyond the ashram to some of the world’s biggest stages. A turning point came when Ellen DeGeneres invited him to live at her home, caring for her wellness needs. This experience opened doors, leading him to share Ayurvedic and Yogic insights on platforms such as The Dr. Oz Show and his own series, Yogi Cameron: A Model Guru, on ZLiving. Through television appearances, four published books, and workshops worldwide, Yogi Cameron now guides others in balancing inner peace with outer prosperity, making ancient healing practices accessible and impactful.

As he continues to support individuals on their paths to wellness, Cameron’s mission remains clear: to help others find healing, harmony, and purpose in their lives. Join us as we explore his inspiring journey and discover the practices that fuel his unique approach to holistic well-being.

Hi Yogi Cameron  thank you for your time. My first question would be : What was your life like before you discovered your passion for healing? What were you doing, and how did it contrast with where you are now?

 

I grew up in Iran for the first ten years of my life before the revolution and the subsequent war broke out. During this time, I was quickly sent out of the country and started a new chapter of my life in a boarding school, away from my parents. This was likely the beginning of my spiritual journey. Then one day, when I was 19 and on the streets of London, an agent stopped me and asked if I wanted to be a model.

This encounter marked the beginning of my next chapter—spending the following decade working in the high-fashion world, doing major campaigns and advertising with designers, musicians, and directors. (For career details, find me on the web under Cameron Alborzian.) The world of fashion and beauty is a stark contrast to the world of spirituality and health.

In fashion, everything centers on luxury and pleasure, image, fame, and attractiveness, whereas the world of spirituality and health is the polar opposite.

What was the most profound ‘aha’ moment you experienced that changed your perspective on life or your practice?

 

While in South Africa, I had the chance to meet Nelson Mandela at his home not long after he was released from prison and became the president of the country. By then, I had been in the fashion industry for over a decade, and this meeting came at a crossroads in my life. Meeting Mandela made me reflect on how a man could be treated so badly simply for wanting freedom for himself, his family, and his people, while I had enjoyed such freedom all my life. I had experienced a brief moment of potential loss of freedom when I escaped from Iran, but here I was in front of a historic hero who did not seek to harm his enemies for what they had done but instead wanted to bring everyone together to heal.

This encounter prompted me to reflect on my own life and what I was doing at that moment. I had lived a life of privilege in the world of beauty, enjoyed an exceptional career with fame and financial success—but now it was time to change course and embark on an inner journey to understand who I am and what my next purpose in life is.

How do you define healing in your own words?

 

I have been training and teaching Ayurvedic medicine and Yogic sciences since 2003 when I first went to India. From the Ayurvedic standpoint, any issue in the body requiring healing calls for a treatment. This treatment might involve herbal medicines, dietary changes, cleanses, or even surgery if necessary.

From the Yogic perspective, when the mind requires healing, we must find the cause of the imbalance and address it through breathing techniques, contemplation, meditation, chanting, and other practices.

If we need spiritual healing, we turn to our soul, using Vedic astrology, meditation, and other mediums to heal or evolve into the next level of consciousness.

What sets your approach apart from others in the field?

 

Since returning from India and meeting so many practitioners worldwide, I have realized that only a handful practice the ancient lineage paths of a guru, as most people lack a teacher guiding them in life. Traditionally, students trained in the Gurukul of a guru, who led them in the practices. This tradition has become rare as few gurus remain in the world.

My wife, Yogini Jaima, and I are fortunate to be part of the Saraswati Lineage of practitioners led by our Guru, Sri Swami Satyasangananda Saraswati. I find this connection to be the most unique aspect of our training and offerings. It is rooted in authentic, ancient practices and teachings.

In what ways have you seen your work ripple out into your community or beyond?

 

Since launching InspireLiving.co, a Yogic portal for practitioners and seekers, we have seen and heard from many about the transformative power of practice and healing. This portal is dedicated to training people in daily practices and providing them with tools and treatments to heal their body and mind.

Recently, we also opened a new spiritual wellness space called ‘My Temple’ in Los Angeles, which will be open seasonally, with Fall (Oct 2024) being the first season. This space provides an environment for gathering, practicing, and holding events, inviting other practitioners to share their knowledge and experience.

Connecting with more people in person and being able to hold space in this way has fostered an energy of compassion and unity among all, regardless of gender, religion, or spiritual beliefs. To learn more about My Temple, please visit InspireLiving.co/The-Temple-Path.

Can you share a piece of advice for those looking to turn their personal passion for wellness into a career or calling?

 

Live wellness, don’t just talk about it. Make wellness your lifestyle. Train in a particular path and practice morning and night. Speak from experience, connect with people, but find balance so as not to lose yourself in too much talk, work, or outside distractions.

The greatest challenge for each of us is to maintain balance while interacting with the outside world. Over the last decade, Yogini Jaima and I have found that as the world appears to grow more divided, the remedy is to connect with people.

To heal or evolve, one needs a strong mind and a soft heart, so we focus on this aspect of life—to join with others and invite others to join us.

Building community provides a guiding light, helping us share and ground ourselves.

Thank you, Yogi Cameron, for your time.

 

If you’d like to learn more about Yogi Cameron’s world, follow them on Instagram:@YogiCameron @YoginiJaim