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The Spiritual Bypass
Season 1 Episode 188
James focuses on the concept of the "spiritual bypass," illustrated through Arjuna's reluctance in Chapter 1. Faced with the imminent battle, Arjuna …
1 year, 11 months ago
Complete Being
Season 1 Episode 185
Bames explores the Sanskrit term "Paripurna," meaning "all full." This concept, frequently used in ashram lectures to describe the state of Brahman o…
1 year, 11 months ago
The Gospel of Both
Season 1 Episode 184
In our daily quest for simplicity, we often seek the one thing that can transform our lives—be it a career tip, a parenting hack, or the essence of w…
1 year, 11 months ago
Conversion is for Losers
Season 1 Episode 183
James challenges conventional notions about success, evangelism, and fulfillment. Drawing inspiration from Peter Thiel's perspective on competition, …
1 year, 11 months ago
Can You Hear It?
Season 1 Episode 182
James dives into the practice of morning reflection and study, exploring its transformative power in our daily lives. Whispering through the foreshad…
1 year, 11 months ago
Living as Artform
Season 1 Episode 181
James considers the concept of living as a skill, like any other, to be mastered — drawing from Vedantic philosophy. Through vivid imagery and person…
1 year, 11 months ago
Nectar and Poison
Season 1 Episode 180
James dives into a profound concept from Vedanta philosophy found in the Bhagavad Gita. Using the analogy of nectar and poison, James explores the id…
1 year, 11 months ago
Fate and Free Will
Season 1 Episode 179
James focuses on the philosophical concepts of destiny and personal agency as elucidated in Vedantic teachings. Drawing from the wisdom of the Vedas …
1 year, 11 months ago
The Symbol of Desire
Season 1 Episode 178
James reflects on the concept of desire and its symbolic representation in various religious and philosophical traditions. Drawing from Christianity,…
1 year, 11 months ago
The Power of Encouragement
Season 1 Episode 177
James reflects on the transformative impact of encouraging words and the role of community and wise teachers in providing such support. Drawing from …
1 year, 11 months ago