Live Vedanta (Chinmaya Mission Niagara)

This mini-episode dives into independent joy. What is it, anyway?

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

This the last episode of Sea Change, our mini-series on the experiences that have changed us. Ryan shares his profound experience of getting to know God, sharing his journey from recovery to a life of service as an ER physician.

If you or someone you love is at risk of harming themselves, or needs some help with mental health, call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-8255 or just dial ‘988.’

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more! 

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

What's the different between renouncing from knowledge and renouncing for knowledge? This continues our ongoing Meditation in Life series.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. 

In this episode, we learn about the characteristics of the thinker, administrator, mobilizer, and helper. The episode draws on our ongoing study of the Bhagavad Gita's Chapter 18. This episode was originally recorded in Portland, OR, and continues our series Finding Calmness in Chaos.

And don't forget! Tonight begins Vichara Gurukula's weeklong, virtual series on Magical Mantras. If you want to know why we chant -- and meaning of what we say -- you'll not want to miss this free series. Each session takes place 8:00 to 9:30p ET on Zoom. More details on how to log in.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this next mini episode from our series of Freedom Talks, we ask the questions: How do we catch up on our samskaras? How do we teach teens their responsibilities so they don’t take things for granted? How do we deal with those who use religion as an excuse to discriminate against others?

FREEDOM TALKS are our bite-sized episodes with Vivekji featuring questions from seekers across the world.  Want to join Meaningful Mornings? Learn more.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this episode on conflict resolution, Vivekji shares a verse from the Bhagavad Gita that explains the different stages of desire and anger and how we can overcome them to resolve our outer and inner conflicts.

The Bhagavad Gita 101 series from Live Vedanta sheds light on contemporary issues of relating, communicating, dedicating, and more. Missed an episode? Listen to the previous episode or start from the beginning. 

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. Live Vedanta is produced by Nina Bhattacharya, Rita Patel, Deepal Shanmugam, and Akshaya Radhakrishnan.

How can we enjoy the work we do? How can we get to the point where work doesn't feel like work? In this week's Bhagavad Gita 101, we explore another meaningful verse related to working.

The Bhagavad Gita 101 series from Live Vedanta sheds light on contemporary issues of relating, communicating, dedicating, and more. Missed an episode? Listen to the last episode or start from the beginning. 

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young and evolving adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

With the intellect prepared, we learn how to start the process of meditation in this next episode of Meditation in Life. Vivekji explains the beginning steps of praying, relaxing the body, quieting the mind, and watching our parade.

Want to catch up on the first year of Meditation in Life? Start here.

Interested in joining Vivekji's upcoming free workshop series, Why Do We...? From March 1-4, we will be exploring behind the practices that take us from superficial doing to spiritual living. Learn more and register.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this final episode of the Significance of Our Samskaras, our understanding of retirement and death is clarified. We come to appreciate how living a lifestyle with the right purpose and vision from birth onward helps one become peaceful at this stage in life. The significance of rituals at the time of death are also beautifully explained.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Our confusion has been, so what’s next? We must practice and have this understanding become our lifestyle. In this episode of our Hinduism 101 series, Vivekji encourages us to follow and further the teachings of Sanatana Dharma. Let’s start by learning the difference between reincarnation and incarnation!

Catch up on the previous episode of Hinduism 101, or start from the beginning of the series!

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

In this next Freedom Talk, we ask the questions: How do we be detached with our teenage children? What do we do if our teenage child tells us they are not motivated to go to school because they have not found their purpose?

FREEDOM TALKS are our bite-sized episodes with Vivekji featuring questions from seekers across the world.  Want to join Meaningful Mornings? Learn more.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

This episode unpacks how to build a culture of peace, inside and out -- through understanding, participation, and communication; practicing peace as a virtue; and developing reasonable expectations. This continues our new series, Peace in a Restless World, which studies the keys to a peaceful mind, peaceful relationships, and a peaceful world.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this episode, we discuss the aspects of our personalities that can allow us to be our best. This episode was originally recorded in Portland, OR, and concludes our series on Chapter 18 of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

All of us want to be happy and we do whatever it takes to feel joyous. The problem is we think we can create happiness so we end up going on an emotional roller coaster. This roller coaster can slow down when we increase our inquiry (vichara) and decrease projection. The more we inquire the more we realize the relative is not the absolute which cultivates oneness (advaita) and leads to meditation (dhyana), realization (samadhi), and finally renunciation (sannyasa).

On this season of Live Vedanta, entitled Stairway to Serenity, we'll be exploring 100 words at the heart of our self-development. The more we understand these words, the more we can live by them. Want to catch up? Start from the beginning or listen to the last episode.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. Live Vedanta is produced by Nina Bhattacharya, Deepal Shanmugam, and Sudarshan Atmavilas.

In this season of Live Vedanta, we are sharing insights on Courageous Caregiving through Vibhishana Gita. This episode will guide us in cultivating physical and mental strength which are essential for caregiving. Modeling this bala (stamina) even when we find it difficult is extremely helpful in guiding our kids to reflect the same. 

These discourses are from our Parenting Culture community, a space for seekers striving to be better in their caregiving responsibilities through the practice of self-development. You can always join Parenting Culture live on Mondays or catch up on the previous episode.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more! 

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this final episode of the Embracing Love series, we are given the means to reach the highest form of love. Achieving this, will lead to independent joy and loving others once and for all!!

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. 

In this first episode of Stairway to Serenity, Vivekji introduces the first 3 steps on the path to freedom. How can we go from forgetfulness (avidya) to intentionality, desires (kama) to peace, and attachment (raga) to quietude?

This season is accompanied by The Seeker's Wordbook. Written by Vivek Gupta, it features crisp definitions and memorable visual icons for 100 words at the heart of Vedanta. Including space on every page to augment the text with your notes and reflections, this is an essential tool for all sincere seekers.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. Live Vedanta is produced by Nina Bhattacharya, Rita Patel, Deepal Shanmugam, and Sudarshan Atmavilas.

Words matter. They can help us -- or they can hurt us. Examples of this abound in our daily lives, from a misplaced tweet that goes viral to the comforting words of a friend when we need it most. This is also true in Vedanta! On this season of Live Vedanta, entitled Stairway to Serenity, we'll be exploring 100 words at the heart of our self-development. The more we understand these words, the more we can live by them.

This season is accompanied by The Seeker's Wordbook. Written by Vivek Gupta, it features crisp definitions and memorable visual icons for 100 words at the heart of Vedanta. Including space on every page to augment the text with your notes and reflections, this is an essential tool for all sincere seekers.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. Live Vedanta is produced by Nina Bhattacharya, Rita Patel, Deepal Shanmugam, and Sudarshan Atmavilas.

This episode explores how we can leverage our unique privileges to further peace, using examples of famous peacemakers to illustrate this potential.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Before we wrap up our Meditation in Life series, we have a very special announcement from Vivekji, for all our youth in high school.

To join Vivekji for the virtual camp, Life Balance: Hacks to Wholeness, visit https://chinmayayouthcamp.wixsite.com/boston. 

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. 

Marriage, or vivaha, is one of the most important samskaras in Sanatana Dharma. In this episode of the Significance of Our Samskaras, we learn from Vivekji the opportunities for growth that marriage gives to the couple and their role in supporting, sustaining, and uplifting dharma. With the right vision, marriage is a means to selflessness and divine love.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

FREEDOM TALKS are our bite-sized episodes with Vivekji featuring questions from seekers across the world.  In today's episode, we ask the questions: How to deal with expectations from close ones? How to balance time, resources, and effort between serving while focusing on self-development? What is the significance of eclipses, especially during pregnancy?

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Peace: We all want a peaceful mind, peaceful relationships, and a peaceful world. What happens when this feels unachievable? This episode begins our new series, Peace in a Restless World, wherein Vivekji reminds us that peace is far closer than we think.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this episode of Live Vedanta, we unfold two more lessons for practical living from the Ramayana, through the stories of Shri Lakshmana and Ravana. This is the second of two episodes about living Ramayana everyday, and a rebroadcast of one of our earliest episodes of Live Vedanta!

If you've enjoyed what you heard, share this episode with a friend! Or find us online at Vichara Gurukula: https://medium.com/vicharagurukula. For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate.

This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this episode of Bhagavad Gita 101, we learn from a verse that guides us through ways we can empower others, even during a conflict. Vivekji explains how these few changes within us can resolve any conflicts we have within or with others.

The Bhagavad Gita 101 series with Shri Vivek Gupta sheds light on contemporary issues of relating, communicating, dedicating, and more. Missed an episode? Listen to the previous episode or start from the beginning. 

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. Live Vedanta is produced by Nina Bhattacharya, Rita Patel, Deepal Shanmugam, and Akshaya Radhakrishnan.

Welcome to Live Vedanta, a new podcast about simple living and high thinking with spiritual guide, Vivek Gupta. Each week, we will be diving into the science of independent joy. Our first episode drops this Sunday, September 2. Stay tuned!

In this next mini episode from our series of Freedom Talks, we ask the questions: Is taking care of oneself selfish? How does a baby shower support the third samskara? How can we create an environment for our spouse that cultivates and nurtures responsibility?

FREEDOM TALKS are our bite-sized episodes with Vivekji featuring questions from seekers across the world.  Want to join Meaningful Mornings? Learn more.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this season of Live Vedanta, we are sharing insights on Courageous Caregiving through Vibhishana Gita. This week, we’re exploring satya, or integrity. How can we align our thoughts, words, and actions to stay true?

These discourses are from our Parenting Culture community, a space for seekers striving to be better in their caregiving responsibilities through the practice of self-development. You can always join Parenting Culture live on Mondays or catch up on the previous episode.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more! 

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this week's episode, the first of two, we learn about the "vision" and the "expression" that can help us become better even when life feels so busy.

Guess what? The Happiness Series Part II starts today! From December 3rd to 6th, 7pm to 8:30pm ET, Vivekji will uncover answers to your most compelling questions about life and living. This unique and interactive workshop will take place virtually, so that anyone of any age can join from their computers! Learn more and access the log-in link from our website: https://medium.com/vicharagurukula.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Why do we feed a child honey, ghee, and yogurt when they are born? What does it mean to give a child a name? In this episode, we focus on the childhood samskaras. This continues "Significance of Our Samskaras," a series first delivered by Vivekji in 2012 in Frederick, MD.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Now that we know what our external environment should look like when we practice meditation, how do we get mentally ready? In this next episode of the Meditation in Life series, Vivekji gives us practical ways we can improve the quality, quantity and direction of our thoughts!

Want to catch up on the first year of Meditation in Life? Start here.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this next mini episode from our series of Freedom Talks, we ask the questions: How to deal with expectations from close ones? How to balance time, resources, and effort between serving while focusing on self-development? What is the significance of eclipses, especially during pregnancy?

FREEDOM TALKS are our bite-sized episodes with Vivekji featuring questions from seekers across the world.  Want to join Meaningful Mornings? Learn more.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this week's mini-episode, Vivekji explores how we can find our calling.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

On this episode of Live Vedanta, we will flow through the second half of our review of Courageous Caregiving through the lens of Vibhishana Gita. This is a good opportunity for us to pause and reflect on how we can practice Bala (Stamina), Viveka (Prioritization), Dama (Discipline), and Parahita (Empathy), Kshama (Forgiveness), Krpa (Kindness), and Samata (Balance).

These discourses are from our Parenting Culture community, a space for seekers striving to be better in their caregiving responsibilities through the practice of self-development. You can always join Parenting Culture live on Mondays or catch up on the previous episode.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more! 

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Despite knowing the techniques to quieten the mind, we may still feel that our mind wanders during meditation. In this next episode of the Meditation in Life series, Vivekji provides more tactile methods to make our inner software pure and focused.

Want to catch up on the first year of Meditation in Life? Start here.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Many times in life, we find ourselves tired -- completely exhausted in running the seemingly endless race of responsibilities. When we’re lacking in inspiration to keep going, where do we find purpose (puruṣhārtha) in all this? How do we choose between what’s easy and pleasurable (preyas) vs. what’s peaceful and visionary (shreyas)?

On this season of Live Vedanta, entitled Stairway to Serenity, we'll be exploring 100 words at the heart of our self-development. The more we understand these words, the more we can live by them. Want to catch up? Start from the beginning or listen to the last episode.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. Live Vedanta is produced by Nina Bhattacharya, Deepal Shanmugam, and Sudarshan Atmavilas. 

How can you join our commitment to contribute, chant, and change to support our Mother Earth? Visit the Dedicating to Devi page and register for our CommUnity challenge.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta

Our relationship with our faith requires reflection to ensure we do not falter. In this next episode of the Meditation in Life series, Vivekji describes two types of faith and guides us on what is needed to build unwavering faith. 

Want to catch up on the first year of Meditation in Life? Start here.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Becoming Shri Krishna does not have to be an abstract concept. In this season of Parenting Culture, we embark on reflecting and practicing 20 virtues that are prerequisites to be an extraordinary caregiver. These virtues are derived from Shri Krishna's teachings in Bhagavad Gita. This week, Vivekji guides us on the importance of our CommUnity as a space to follow our own advice so that we can convert values into lived virtues. Follow future episodes of Parenting Culture.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young and evolving adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

We're inviting you to join our new community to serve the Earth, together. Welcome to Prthvi Sevasanga!

Learn more about the initiative and join our upcoming workshop on January 30. 🌱

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this episode of Live Vedanta, we unpack two questions: What is the difference between spirituality and religion? What is Hinduism, anyway? This is the first of two episodes recorded at Carnegie Mellon University.

If you've enjoyed what you heard, share this episode with a friend! Or find us online at Vichara Gurukula: https://medium.com/vicharagurukula. For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate.

This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this next episode of the Significance of Our Samskaras, the child is ready to become a student of the gurukula. What is the purpose of the thread ceremony? Why are there 3 strings and what is the significance of the knot tied around those strings? Vivekji provides an in-depth explanation about the importance and significant meaning underlying the upanayana samskara.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this episode, we learn about how to deal with people in our lives through lens of Swami Chinmayananda's short and beautiful text, "I Love You Letters." This is the first of several episodes recorded in Atlanta, GA.

If you've enjoyed what you heard, share this episode with a friend! Or find us online at Vichara Gurukula: https://medium.com/vicharagurukula. For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate.

This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this season of Live Vedanta, we are sharing insights on Courageous Caregiving through Vibhishana Gita. This episode will dive into embracing responsibilities without anxiety or blame by practicing santosha (contentment) through having a cheerful attitude and embracing the lightness that comes from doing what is right, regardless of outcomes. Accepting choiceless cheer with grace will lead us to become grateful, faithful, and ultimately peaceful.

These discourses are from our Parenting Culture community, a space for seekers striving to be better in their caregiving responsibilities through the practice of self-development. You can always join Parenting Culture live on Mondays  or catch up on the previous episode.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more! 

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Today is Maha Shivaratri! To joyously and soulfully celebrate this day, we feature four voices from Chinmaya Mission: 

• Vivekji, who reminds us of the three spiritual "birthdays" we all have
• Swami Swaroopananda, the Global Head of Chinmaya Mission, who explores the symbolism of Lord Shiva's appearance
• Swami Tejomayananda, who unpacks the meaning of the simple and powerful mantra, "Om Namah Shivaya"
• Swami Chinmayananda  -  or Gurudev  -  who explains the significance of the Maha Mritunjaya Mantra, which invokes Lord Shiva.

For those on the journey of self-development, [Vichara Gurukula][1] is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Happy New Year! Let's kick off 2019 with even more inspiration. In this week's episode, we continue our series where youth from Chinmaya Mission read a quote, and Vivekji shares insights based on these quotes The theme of this episode is action. When? Now.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Throughout our Meditation in Life series, we have emphasized that this is a lifestyle course -- that our whole lifestyle must be directed towards enlightenment. In this week's episode, we explore this further and specifically focus on the seven ways we condition Brahman, that which is infinite.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. 

Sea Change is our mini-series on the experiences that have changed us. One seeker shares her experience, over voicemail, about finding grace through divorce.

Interested in joining Efforts for HERstory? We have lots planned for this upcoming month!

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more! 

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

What is Enlightenment? What does it look like? In this next episode of the Hinduism 101 series, Vivekji provides a technical and practical explanation of true Freedom. Catch up on the previous episode of Hinduism 101, or start from the beginning of the series!

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

Welcome to Meditation in Life, the second season of our Live Vedanta podcast. Each week, we will be diving into the science of meditation with spiritual guide, Vivek Gupta. Our first episode drops this Monday, September 23. Stay tuned!

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

One of the biggest punyas (merits) is to have krpa (kindness), wherein one which is one who follows the right actions, marked by selflessness and devoid of calculation. Krpa is also defined as grace: By engaging in activities that bring us joy, we are able to feel more grace. When we feel more grace, we  and can remember and appreciate those who have been kind to us, making it easier to then channeling that joy and gentleness to those that we care for.

These discourses are from our Parenting Culture community, a space for seekers striving to be better in their caregiving responsibilities through the practice of self-development. You can always join Parenting Culture live on Mondays, catch up on the previous episode, or start from the beginning of this season.

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Why do we chant mantras? And what do they even mean? In this mini-episode, Swamini Supriyananda explains the power of prayer.

To learn more about these "magical mantras," tune into our interactive, virtual series next week from your computers! From **April 15-18 **on Zoom, Vivekji will be exploring mantras for commencing, living, helping, and completing.

Each session takes place from 8:00 to 9:30 p ET, and did we mention you can join virtually? Click through for more details on how to log in!

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

What captivates our mind and intellect? How do we know what path to follow? In this second episode of the Hinduism 101 series, Vivekji explains the role of a guide and scripture in helping us realize our full potential. 

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Piercing the ears, cutting the hair, and the first written word carry deep significance. In this next episode of the Significance of Our Samskaras, Vivekji explains these childhood samskaras that bring to focus the child’s mind and intellect which are to be directed to the divine.

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On our spiritual journeys, we often encounter own vices, like distraction and attachment. So, what's the antidote? In this episode of Live Vedanta, we look at this question closely through the lens of the Ramayana, one of our manuals for living a happy life. This is the first of two episodes -- tune in!

If you've enjoyed what you heard, share this episode with a friend! Or find us online at Vichara Gurukula: https://medium.com/vicharagurukula. For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate.

This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this episode, we examine the verse often described as the "Essence of the Bhagavad Gita" before reviewing all of the sutras -- reminders -- from our study of Chapter 18. This episode culminates our series, Finding Calmness in Chaos.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Welcome to Rhythm Divine! What if instead of Shri Krishna chanting the Bhagavad Gita to you in Sanskrit, He was rapping it to you in English? Would you resonate more with His message? A team from across North America, guided by Shri Vivek Gupta of Chinmaya Mission Niagara, has worked to make this a reality, translating the top 70 verses (10%) of the Bhagavad Gita into English, in the same meter as the original -- to bring the authentic message of the Divine into a modern rhythm for contemporary audiences. In this episode, we're tuning into the divine message from Chapters 7-9.

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Poets: Bhagavan Krishna, Shri Vivekji, and Sudarshan Atmavilas
Rappers: Sudarshan Atmavilas and Ananya Chakravarti
Singer: Divya Sundaram
Mridangam and Kanjira: Aryan Ramesh
Piano: Divya Sundaram
Bansuri: Chethan Anant
Producers: Chethan Anant and Divya Sundaram

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This episode unpacks how to build a culture of peace, inside and out -- through understanding, participation, and communication; practicing peace as a virtue; and developing reasonable expectations. This continues our new series, Peace in a Restless World, which studies the keys to a peaceful mind, peaceful relationships, and a peaceful world.

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What does it truly mean to feel fortunate (bhagya)? What are some ways we can get to this feeling of serenity? Vivekji teaches us one way to invest in feeling fortunate is to know that all is temporary. Realizing that even the body (deha) is an equipment we have to help us uncover our true nature.

On this season of Live Vedanta, entitled Stairway to Serenity, we'll be exploring 100 words at the heart of our self-development. The more we understand these words, the more we can live by them. Want to catch up? Start from the beginning or listen to the last episode.

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Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. Live Vedanta is produced by Nina Bhattacharya, Deepal Shanmugam, and Sudarshan Atmavilas.

In this next episode of the Meditation in Life series, we learn from Vivekji about the evolution from quietude to silence. Our nature is independent, our nature is silence. When we know this, we can revel in silence rather than being afraid of it.

Want to catch up on the first year of Meditation in Life? Start here.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Welcome to Meditation in Life, the second season of our Live Vedanta podcast. Each week, we will be diving into the science of meditation with spiritual guide, Vivek Gupta. This week, we commence our course, and examine this difference between "being" and "becoming."

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this episode on applying Bhagavad Gita to working, we learn about the importance of balancing what we do and how we think. With this checked off, we can then immerse ourselves with dedication and focus.

The Bhagavad Gita 101 series from Live Vedanta sheds light on contemporary issues of relating, communicating, dedicating, and more. Missed an episode? Listen to the last episode or start from the beginning. 

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young and evolving adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

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We're exploring your stories of transition through the lens of Vedanta. Welcome to Sea Change, a mini-series on the experiences that have transformed us. In this episode, we're talking to Sudarshan about embracing independence and grounding into purpose during college.

Want to join one of our 2024-25 weekly courses for self-development?  Join one of our free open homes on Aug 29, Sep 7, or Sep 16 to connect with our Guides and learn more.

Want to reflect on a transition in your life through the lens of Vedanta? Leave us a voice message at https://speakpipe.com/livevedanta.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

This week, we hammer out confusion, learning more about something called the "subtle body." This continues our ongoing Meditation in Life series.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

As the sun comes out to stay, wave your sorrows goodbye, because we’re going on a Spiritual Summer Tour starting May 31! For 10 weeks, Vivekji and a team of inspiring teachers will guide us through 5 dynamic weekly workshops and mini-courses geared towards Self-Development. We would love to see you! Register today.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

If we want to communicate well with others, we first need to know ourselves better. In this episode, Vivekji explains how all aspects of us are subject to the Gunas... and how these Gunas affect our communication with others.

The Bhagavad Gita 101 series from Live Vedanta sheds light on contemporary issues of relating, communicating, dedicating, and more. Missed an episode? Listen to the last episode or start from the beginning. 

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young and evolving adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

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In this episode, recorded in Atlanta, GA, we unpack our last "I Love You Letter" for now, on the theme of "cease and desist."

If you've enjoyed what you heard, join Vichara Gurukula for the Happiness Series Part II! From December 3rd to 6th, 7pm to 8:30pm ET, Vivekji will uncover answers to your most compelling questions about life and living. This unique and interactive workshop will take place virtually, so that anyone of any age can join! Mark your calendars and learn more on our website: https://medium.com/vicharagurukula.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

The purpose of our ongoing Meditation in Life series is to raise control of ourselves, so that we are more confident in our sadhana. This gives us the tools to move past the body, beyond the waking, dream, and sleep states. But what does that look like?

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

We continue to dig deeper into how to express divine love in this episode. Vivekji describes the simple ways of divine love and the steps we can take to cultivate this highest form of love.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. 

Welcome to Meditation in Life, the second season of our Live Vedanta podcast. Each week, we will be diving into the science of meditation with spiritual guide, Vivek Gupta. This week, we talk about the role of virtue development in preparation for contemplation.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

We're revisiting another Freedom Talk, one of our bite-sized episodes with Vivekji featuring questions from seekers across the world. In this episode, we ask the questions: What is the difference in reflection and inquiry? What is the difference between contemplation and inquiry? How should a seeker transition from one keystone to the next in their journey of self-development?

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

What are the 3 desires that people have? What do we do when are sick and tired of being sick and tired? How do we feel the touch of scriptural knowledge?  How can we grow in our reverence for religion? How does one be vulnerable enough to open themselves to knowledge? This continues our ongoing Meditation in Life series.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

With an understanding of the evolution from quietude to silence, how do we get there?  In this next episode of the Meditation in Life series, Vivekji tells us the secret to achieve success in contemplation. We learn about what is needed to raise identification from our body, mind and intellect to that which is higher.

Want to catch up on the first year of Meditation in Life? Start here.

Are you interested in joining Dharma in Daily Life, Vivekji's July series with the Hindu Society of North Carolina on bringing spirituality into one's day-to-day? Click here for details.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

What if instead of Shri Krishna chanting the Bhagavad Gita to you in Sanskrit, He was rapping it to you in English? Would you resonate more with His message? A team from across North America, guided by Shri Vivek Gupta of Chinmaya Mission Niagara, has worked to make this a reality, translating the top 70 verses (10%) of the Bhagavad Gita into English, in the same meter as the original -- to bring the authentic message of the Divine into a modern rhythm for contemporary audiences. Join us for the release of Rhythm Divine, dropping on Holi, March 14th, right here on Live Vedanta! 

Want to drop by the release party? We'll be gathering as a CommUnity on Thursday, March 13. More details

In this week's episode, the second of two on being better while being busy, we learn strategies for learning, integrating, and practicing, and explore the difference between "bad busy" and "good busy."

Love this podcast, but looking for an accessible version for the kid in your life? Starting January 9, 2019, Captain Vivekji will be leading "Happy Hour" -- a weekly class specially designed for children in grades 1 through 8. Each week, Captain V will bring to life lessons from awesome texts like, Horton Hears a Who, Charlotte's Web, and more! Click through for more details on timing and registration: https://medium.com/vicharagurukula/happy-hour-with-captain-vivekji-cc3512f2e519

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this next mini episode from our series of Freedom Talks, we ask the questions: How can we detach from a close family member who is going through challenges? How can we overcome challenges of parenting young kids?

FREEDOM TALKS are our bite-sized episodes with Vivekji featuring questions from seekers across the world.  Want to join Meaningful Mornings? Learn more.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this Freedom Talk, originally published in 2022, we ask the questions: What does Sanatana Dharma tell us about women’s rights? What do you do if your parents do not accept or agree with your dreams and aspirations?

FREEDOM TALKS are our bite-sized episodes with Vivekji featuring questions from seekers across the world. Want to join Meaningful Mornings? Learn more.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this episode, learn about the power of being in the company of those who are noble. In such an environment, the best in us is expressed. The impression left on our minds by being in such company brings about a subtle peace that leads to inner transformation. This continues our series on Embracing Love.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. 

In this mini-episode, we get answers to questions that so many of us have. How do we navigate the busy nature of our day-to-day lives? How do we approach our personal and professional life with the right mindset? How do we tackle the stress that comes with comparing ourselves to others?  

Like what you hear?  On May 6, a unique workshop led by Shri Vivek Gupta will provide in-depth answers to these questions and more. Visit the Installing Balance page to learn more and register.

What reminders do we have to help us realize who we really are? How do we develop a relationship with God? With what attitude should we approach learning about Hinduism? Let’s listen in on this next episode of the Hinduism 101 series as Vivekji provides answers to these questions.

Catch up on the previous episode of Hinduism 101, or start from the beginning of the series!

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

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In this season of Live Vedanta, we are sharing insights on Courageous Caregiving through Vibhishana Gita. When we are engaged in conflict with those we are close to, virati (independence) acts as a shield. This shield is built by recognizing that true joy cannot be found externally, avoiding labeling, embracing detachment, and depending on Divinity. 

These discourses are from our Parenting Culture community, a space for seekers striving to be better in their caregiving responsibilities through the practice of self-development. You can always join Parenting Culture live on Mondays  or catch up on the previous episode.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more! 

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this next episode of the Meditation in Life series,  we learn about the cause and effects of being unsettled. Vivekji describes the changes in our lifestyle that are needed to move from feeling unsettled to being peaceful.

Want to catch up on the first year of Meditation in Life? Start here.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this next Freedom Talk, we ask the questions: What is the difference in reflection and inquiry? What is the difference between contemplation and inquiry? How should a seeker transition from one keystone to the next in their journey of self-development?

FREEDOM TALKS are our bite-sized episodes with Vivekji featuring questions from seekers across the world.  Want to join Meaningful Mornings? Learn more.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this next mini episode from our series of Freedom Talks, we ask the questions: What does Sanatana Dharma tell us about women’s rights? What do you do if your parents do not accept or agree with your dreams and aspirations?

FREEDOM TALKS are our bite-sized episodes with Vivekji featuring questions from seekers across the world. Want to join Meaningful Mornings? Learn more.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this next mini episode from our series of Freedom Talks, we ask the questions: How much should we be thinking about the past? How do we balance learning with quietening the mind?

Want to join Meaningful Mornings? Learn more.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this episode of Live Vedanta, we unpack two questions: What is the difference between spirituality and religion? What is Hinduism, anyway? This is the first of two episodes recorded at Carnegie Mellon University.

If you've enjoyed what you heard, share this episode with a friend! Or find us online at Vichara Gurukula: https://medium.com/vicharagurukula. For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate.

This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this episode on parenting, Vivekji teaches us what are the responsibilities of a parent. Vivekji also shares the difference between an ordinary parent and a Divine parent. 

The Bhagavad Gita 101 series from Live Vedanta sheds light on contemporary issues of relating, communicating, dedicating, and more. Missed an episode? Listen to the previous episode or start from the beginning. 

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. Live Vedanta is produced by Nina Bhattacharya, Rita Patel, Deepal Shanmugam, and Akshaya Radhakrishnan.

This mini-episode dives into independent joy. What is it, anyway?

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Before we begin our next season, we're exploring your stories of transition through the lens of Vedanta. Welcome to Sea Change, a mini-series on the experiences that have transformed us. In this first episode, we're talking to Lavanya about a moment in her life that demanded taking a pause.

Want to reflect on a transition in your life through the lens of Vedanta? Leave us a voice message at https://speakpipe.com/livevedanta.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Sea Change is our mini-series on the experiences that have changed us. How do love ourselves when we are alone? In this episode, we're talking to Prem about how a period with the least external movement -- the COVID-19 pandemic -- offered the deepest internal transformation.

Want to join one of our 2024-25 weekly courses for self-development?  Join our free open home on Sep 16 to connect with our Guides and learn more.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Are we as strong as we think against our context? In what ways, can we build immunity against external influences? In this next episode of the Meditation in Life series, Vivekji gives us reminders on how we can increase the purity of our mind. 

Want to catch up on the first year of Meditation in Life? Start here.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

Are you ready to dive deeper into your self-development journey? Our Courses and CommUnities are starting soon! Register at chinmayaniagara.com.

In this episode of Live Vedanta, we tease apart the purpose of charity by connecting to five steps of self-development. This is the first of two episodes -- tune in!

If you've enjoyed what you heard, share this episode with a friend! Or find us online at Vichara Gurukula: https://medium.com/vicharagurukula. For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate.

This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this episode, we remember that divinity is in the details -- reviewing what we have learned so far about Chapter 18 of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita before turning to Verse 20. This episode was originally recorded in Portland, OR.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

We often find ourselves feeling weighed down by changing circumstances and unending responsibilities -- but are our ropes really external, or internal? When we look inwards at our own temperament (guna), do we find ourselves tired and complaining in laziness (tamas), anxious about results in selfishness (rajas), or living with vision and inner harmony (sattva)? Only when we analyze our self-made bonds can we untie them, to feel true Freedom.

On this season of Live Vedanta, entitled Stairway to Serenity, we'll be exploring 100 words at the heart of our self-development. The more we understand these words, the more we can live by them. Want to catch up? Start from the beginning or listen to the last episode.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more!

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta. Live Vedanta is produced by Nina Bhattacharya, Deepal Shanmugam, and Sudarshan Atmavilas.

If we want quietude, why do we continue pursuing pleasure, possession, and position? In this week's episode, we explore how to become sannyasis of our desires. This continues our ongoing Meditation in Life series. 

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this season of Live Vedanta, we are sharing insights on Courageous Caregiving through Vibhishana Gita. This week, we are illuminating dhiraja (determination).

These discourses are from our Parenting Culture community, a space for seekers striving to be better in their caregiving responsibilities through the practice of self-development. You can always join Parenting Culture live on Mondays or catch up on the previous episode.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more updates about upcoming live workshops, courses, and more! 

Chinmaya Mission is an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

This week, we resume our Meditation in Life series. This episode is all about clarity -- understanding deeply and fully that looking externally will not change anything internally.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In the final episode of the Meditation in Life series, Vivekji encourages us to not give up and keep our defense strong against the ego. We also are given a broader vision of the entire Meditation in Life series with an overview on the need for balance, focus, steadiness, and stamina to reach our goal of independent joy.

Want to catch up on Meditation in Life from the beginning? Start here.

For those on the journey of self-development, Chinmaya Mission Niagara provides a community forum to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.

In this week's episode, we talk about slowing our investments in pleasure -- and in turn, slowing our investments in the body. This continues our ongoing Meditation in Life series.

For those on the journey of self-development, Vichara Gurukula is a community forum that provides an opportunity to listen, reflect, and contemplate. This podcast is produced by young adults of Chinmaya Mission, an international non-profit organization working to transform individuals through the knowledge of Vedanta.