The Hindu Parenting Podcast

We all want to influence our children, but how do we get them to listen to us?Episode #59 is a book discussion featuring Lila Krishna (writer, programmer, mom). We talk about the parenting bestseller “Hold On to Your Kids -Why Parents Need to Matter More than Peers”The key concepts in this book emphasize the primacy of the parent-child bond. While there is an increasing tendency for children to get closer to peers than parents, the book traces the pitfalls of a child being influenced by peers at the expense of a strong attachment bond with parents.We talk about the ways to strengthen the parent-child bond and influence children. We also explore how the ideas from the book play out in the Hindu community.You can connect with Lila Krishna here on Substack or at lilakrishna.comHindu Parenting is a community for Hindu parents worldwide. We carry articles, podcasts, reviews, classes for teens and various other resources to help you in your parenting journey.Subscribe to get the latest articles and podcasts in your e-mail inbox.Leave a note, DM or send email to contact@hinduparenting.org if you'd like to share your viewpoints, experiences and wisdom as Hindu parents, or if you wish to join our community!You can also follow us on X (Twitter) or Instagram. Our handle is “hinduparenting”The opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Episode #58 of the Hindu Parenting Podcast features a conversation with entrepreneur and inventor of an exciting new board game that teaches Sanatani concepts through play.Mumukshu is a life simulation game, wherein you play as yourself and compete with fellow players to live an ideal/perfect life as per traditional Indian way.An ideal life is based on balancing personal goals, fulfilling familial needs & wants, societal responsibilities, spiritual endeavours and your contribution to the larger dharma & civilisation.Game is based on Bhartiya civilisation, history, culture & way of life. It's rooted in the dharmic concepts of 4 purusharthas, grihasta dharma, maya, karma etc. Overcoming life challenges, resources management, proper usage of superpowers (siddhis) & taking right life decisions is key to winning the game !To pre-order the game, please contact Sahil at: +91 9969520015sahilrs@zohomail.inmumukshugame@zohomail.inInstagram ID: mumukshugame.108About the inventor, Sahil Raje Shirke:Sahil has diversified interests ranging from geopolitics to history to Vedanta to entrepreneurship. He represented India at the BRICS summit of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Stavropol (Russia). He initiated social ventures like “Subhikshaa” (a food and education program in the conversion-affected area of Dahisar, and “Bharatam Reawakening” (a youth centric discussion forum).After completing his PG from a Mumbai business school, Sahil went on to become the founder of a tech start up and the COO of another renowned Mumbai-based startup. He writes extensively on geopolitics, history and 5th generation warfare and is fascinated by Vedanta and Bhakti. Currently, he's building Mumukshu, a life simulation game based on Bharatiya civilisation, history and way of life.Hindu Parenting is a community for Hindu parents worldwide. We carry articles, podcasts, reviews, classes for teens and various other resources to help you in your parenting journey.Please support us by signing up for our newsletters to get the latest articles and podcasts in your e-mail inbox. Our podcasts (The Hindu Parenting Podcast and The Authentic Valmiki Ramayan Podcast) can be heard on Spotify, YouTube, Apple and Google Podcasts too.Leave a note, DM or send email to contact@hinduparenting.org if you'd like to share your viewpoints, experiences and wisdom as Hindu parents, or if you wish to join our community! You can also follow us on X (Twitter) or Instagram. Our handle is “hinduparenting”The opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Episode #57 of The Hindu Parenting Podcast features a conversation with Esther Dhanraj, who has published a book called “Unbaptised: Why I Left Christianity and Returned to My Roots”.In this podcast, we explore religious conversion and the danger of Evangelism to Hindus, especially Hindu children. How can parents recognise if their children are being groomed for conversion? What are the signs and how does the process happen?How are Hindu children turned against their own heritage? What are they told about Hindu devis and devathas, their parents, ancestors and the ancient Indian civilisation?Can Hindu parents teach their children to resist and counter Christian evangelists?Don't miss this episode “Up Close and Candid with Esther Dhanraj - Part 1”Listen and share with all Hindu parents. Stay tuned for Part 2 coming up soon!Link to buy the book “Unbaptised: Why I Left Christianity and Returned to My Roots”.Hindu Parenting is a community for Hindu parents worldwide. We carry articles, podcasts, reviews, classes for teens and various other resources to help you in your parenting journey.Please support us by signing up for our newsletters to get the latest articles and podcasts in your e-mail inbox. Our podcasts (The Hindu Parenting Podcast and The Authentic Valmiki Ramayan Podcast) can be heard on Spotify, YouTube, Apple and Google Podcasts too.Leave a note, DM or send email to contact@hinduparenting.org if you'd like to share your viewpoints, experiences and wisdom as Hindu parents, or if you wish to join our community! You can also follow us on X (Twitter) or Instagram. Our handle is “hinduparenting”The opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

The best proof of good children's books comes from the words spoken by children themselves! Here is a different kind of book review sent in by a mother from the Hindu Parenting Community: a video of her children enjoying the books by Yashika Dubey from Amar Granth (published 2023-2024)1. A Children's Guide to the 51 Shaktipeeths(you can buy this book here)2. A Children's Guide to the 12 Shiva Jyotirlings(Buy this book here)The above books have received great reviews from children and parents who are reading them. In the words of Vaishnavi B, a devoted mother from the Hindu Parenting community:These two are truly wonderful books. I purchased them last year, and both my 13-year-old and 9-year-old, along with us adults, thoroughly enjoyed them. A beautiful read — Highly recommend them to all Sanātani parents. Please find attached a review of the book, along with a video of my 9-year-old daughter and a 7-year-old boy who engaged in a week of learning through the Shakthi Peetha book during our Sampoorna Vidya Navaratri program. The children were deeply absorbed in the stories and came to understand that it is natural to feel grief, and that even the devas, too, experience sorrow. It's such a refreshing way to make our scriptures fun and engaging!Reflections on the book from 13-year old Ketan:The book is beautifully illustrated and is a sacred introduction to understanding the significance of Shakthi Peethas. At its heart, the dharma that flows through our samskruthi teaches us not to cling to the mortal body, for there exists a higher, eternal principle within. Shakthi Peethas are sacred abodes where the supreme power of the divine feminine is revealed, reminding us of the immense energy and grace that permeates the universe.Note: If you find our articles and podcasts helpful, please support us through a paid subscription. Hindu Parenting is a community for Hindu parents worldwide. We carry articles, podcasts, reviews, classes for teens and various other resources to help you in your parenting journey.Subscribe to get the latest articles and podcasts in your e-mail inbox.Leave a note, DM or send email to contact@hinduparenting.org if you'd like to share your viewpoints, experiences and wisdom as Hindu parents, or if you wish to join our community!You can also follow us on X (Twitter) or Instagram. Our handle is “hinduparenting” Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Episode #56 of The Hindu Parenting Podcast features Shri Mahesh Gurukkal, also known as the Warrior Monk. He is an Indian Martial Arts Guru, 5th Generation Kalari Gurukkal, Spiritual leader, Founder of Agasthyam Foundation, Kalari Innovator and Author – Filmmaker.In this podcast, we focus on the benefits of Kalaripayattu training with reflections on building resilience, fearlessness and self-esteem in children and adults.Shri Mahesh Gurukkal traces the history of Kalaripayattu and how it was banned during the colonial British rule in India. He also shares his vision of re-building the kshaatra spirit among Indians and his efforts towards training people in the mother of all martial arts, Kalaripayattu.Read all about Shri Mahesh Gurukkal and Agasthya Kalripayattu here.Instagram link for Gurukkal and Agasthyam KalripayattuYouTube link for Agasthyam KalripayattuSee a short video on Gurukkal here.Hindu Parenting is a community for Hindu parents worldwide. We carry articles, podcasts, reviews, classes for teens and various other resources to help you in your parenting journey.Please support us by signing up for our newsletters to get the latest articles and podcasts in your e-mail inbox. Our podcasts (The Hindu Parenting Podcast and The Authentic Valmiki Ramayan Podcast) can be heard on Spotify, YouTube, Apple and Google Podcasts too.Leave a note, DM or send email to contact@hinduparenting.org if you'd like to share your viewpoints, experiences and wisdom as Hindu parents, or if you wish to join our community! You can also follow us on X (Twitter) or Instagram. Our handle is “hinduparenting”The opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Episode #55 of The Hindu Parenting Podcast is a conversation with Dr. Malladi Srinivasa Sastry, a practising psychiatrist, about the unique way he has designed his organisation Hindumitra, to function as a helping hand for individuals and families in need. It's time for Hindus to realise that we should play an active role in society. The concept of grihastashrama was celebrated for being the backbone of society. Dr. Malladi advocates spending three hours a week being a friend to individuals, families, society and environment. This social outreach based on the universal values of Sanatana dharma is an important step in developing a missionary Hindu outreach into the local communities with a spirit of service. Hindumitra's trained volunteers conduct welfare programs such as home visits, regular satsanghs, imparting holistic education etc. in Visakhapatnam, India.We also speak about advocating and speaking up for Sanatana dharma without fear or hesitation, drawing inspiration from Narada Maharishi, who spread the glory of Sri Mahavishnu among the asuras also!Dr. Malladi Srinivas Sastry is a psychiatrist by profession with over two decades of medical experience in India, the U.K., and Singapore. He has led teams in developing the services at advanced psychiatric hospitals. Additionally, he has served as a faculty member at several medical schools and has also mentored and taught junior doctors and colleagues. He has been conducting workshops and webinars on application of Sanatana Dharma in societal, family and individual wellbeing. Through his various lectures and workshops he emphasized practical application of the universal spiritual values of Sanatana Dharma such as love, compassion, courage, sincerity and honest enquiry of oneself. Learn more about Dr. Malladi's initiatives Hindumitra and Sohamvidya.Hindu Parenting is a community for Hindu parents worldwide. We carry articles, podcasts, reviews, classes for teens and various other resources to help you in your parenting journey.Please support us by signing up for our newsletters to get the latest articles and podcasts in your e-mail inbox. Our podcasts (The Hindu Parenting Podcast and The Authentic Valmiki Ramayan Podcast) can be heard on Spotify, YouTube, Apple and Google Podcasts too.Leave a note, DM or send email to contact@hinduparenting.org if you'd like to share your viewpoints, experiences and wisdom as Hindu parents, or if you wish to join our community! You can also follow us on X (Twitter) or Instagram. Our handle is “hinduparenting”The opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode 54 of The Hindu Parenting Podcast, Dr. Arathi Koundinya, Founder of Vibhu Academy speaks to us about the important festival of Varamahalakshmi Vratam, as celebrated in Karnataka and Andhra. We talk about the importance of vrata in the Sanatana ethos, the difference between a puja and a vrata, the origins of Varamahalakshmi vrata, the rituals, stories and different types of naivedyam offered to goddess Lakshmi.We also talk about getting children to participate and take a keen interest in celebrating festivals. Dr. Arathi is a Samskrit scholar, an orator, writer, trainer and counsellor. Her contributions are well known in the fields of Academic research, Softskills Training, Mentoring, Samskrtam, Aesthetics, Indian classical arts & Indological subjects. She has more than 20 years of experience in all these domains and has handled hundreds of Softskills Training programmes and Courses on Samskrtam and Indology for Indian and foreign students. She is also a Lay counselor and a popular resource person with TV and Radio channels and print media. She has travelled within and outside the country as a Trainer and cultural ambassadorNote: Please support us by signing up for our newsletters on Substack. Our podcasts (The Hindu Parenting Podcast and The Authentic Valmiki Ramayan Podcast) can be heard on Spotify, YouTube, Apple and Google Podcasts too.Please follow us on Twitter (X), Instagram or any social media platform of your choice.We are on most social media platforms with the handle “hinduparenting”. We have a Whatsapp and Telegram channel too. Our website is hinduparenting.orgFor comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Parents of young children are always looking for stories and quizzes to keep children engaged with dharmik content. In this episode, we talk with Shreedarshan K, who is the author of several books of stories for children, and a unique Ramayana workbook (based on Valmiki Ramayana) which is very popular with children and parents.We also discuss the Chinmaya Mission Balavihar program, Shreedarshan's work conducting workshops for youth and the monthly Balavihar International magazine for children, and other resources/magazines from Chinmaya mission.Shreedarshan ji is a former Asst. Prof. in the department of Electronics and Communication at Ramaiah Group of Institutions in Bengaluru. He is a prolific writer (author of five volumes of Bharatiya Katha Vaibhava stories for children and Bharatiya Katha Sagara - stories for children in two volumes). He runs his own YouTube channel and blogs explaining the significance of Hindu festivals (for children), significance of Hindu rituals (for adults), role of parents in shaping children etc, wisdom flowing from Gurudev Swami Chinmayananda himself.Note: Please support us by signing up for our newsletters on Substack and if possible, upgrading to a paid subscription. Our podcasts (The Hindu Parenting Podcast and The Authentic Valmiki Ramayan Podcast) can be heard on Spotify, YouTube, Apple and Google Podcasts too.Please follow us on Twitter (X), Instagram or any social media platform of your choice.We are on most social media platforms with the handle “hinduparenting”. We have a Whatsapp and Telegram channel too. Our website is hinduparenting.orgFor comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode 52, we speak with Dr. Rajat Mitra, internationally renowned clinical psychologist, on the aftermath of the Pehelgam terror attack on Hindus. What are some typical Hindu responses we saw and why? What drives our infinite capacity for self-abnegation? Has the average Hindu become used to avoiding confrontation, even in our numerous Whatsapp groups? Our habitual behaviours as a community have an impact on families and children. What can we do differently going forward to raise confident children who are comfortable in their own skin?Listen to Dr. Mitra on reprogramming the Hindu psyche and talking to children about our history. Share with all Hindus, especially Hindu parents!Dr. Rajat Mitra had previously shared his expertise working with victims of trans-generational trauma in The Hindu Parenting Podcast #24 - Understanding Hindu Trans-Generational TraumaIf you'd like to be part of a free webinar with Dr. Mitra especially for parents on how to talk to children about Hindu history and war, please register below. The date will be announced shortly depending on the number of registrations.Note: Please support us by signing up for our newsletters on Substack and if possible, upgrading to a paid subscription. Our podcasts (The Hindu Parenting Podcast) can be heard on Spotify, YouTube, Apple and Google Podcasts too.Please follow us on Twitter (X), Instagram or any social media platform of your choice.We are on most social media platforms with the handle “hinduparenting”. We have a Whatsapp and Telegram channel too. Our website is hinduparenting.orgFor comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Episode #51 of The Hindu Parenting Podcast features a riveting conversation with a young father, Bharath, about growing up indoctrinated, the slow path to becoming a committed dharmik, and raising young Hindu children today.This episode will make Hindu parents relive their childhood and understand what children experience. Filled with invaluable insights and exceptional clarity, this podcast will change how we view ourselves, our children, and the world.As an engineer, Bharath logically takes us along on his journey. This one is especially for techie parents!Note: Please support us by signing up for our newsletters on Substack and if possible, upgrading to a paid subscription. Our podcasts (The Hindu Parenting Podcast) can be heard on Spotify, YouTube, Apple and Google Podcasts too.Please follow us on Twitter (X), Instagram or any social media platform of your choice.We are on most social media platforms with the handle “hinduparenting”. We have a Whatsapp and Telegram channel too. Our website is hinduparenting.orgFor comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

We are 50 podcasts old! For the special golden jubilee episode of The Hindu Parenting Podcast, we feature a conversation with Dr. Sampadananda Mishra, who has done more for the cause of children and Sanskrit than anyone else today.What are the benefits of Sanskrit for children? Learn from his insights - how can we make Sanskrit interesting for children? And much, much more, packed into this hour-long episode. Please share with all Hindus, especially Hindu parents.Dr. Sampadananda Mishra, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and passionate proponent of the Indian Knowledge System (IKS), has made significant contributions to the promotion and preservation of Sanskrit language and culture. He founded and launched the world's first 24-hour Sanskrit radio channel, 'Divyavani Sanskrit Radio', in 2013. Dr. Mishra recently launched a monthly e-magazine for children called 'Saptavarna', further enriching the domain of Sanskrit children's literature. Among the many awards he has been honoured with is the 'Kendra Sahitya Akademi Bala Puraskar' in 2018 for his book “Shanaih Shanaih” for children. Among his many popular books, “The Wonder That is Sanskrit”, clearly explains the uniqueness of the language.Note: Please support us by signing up for our newsletters on Substack and if possible, upgrading to a paid subscription. Our podcasts (The Hindu Parenting Podcast) can be heard on Spotify, YouTube, Apple and Google Podcasts too.Please follow us on Twitter (X), Instagram or any social media platform of your choice.We are on most social media platforms with the handle “hinduparenting”. We have a Whatsapp and Telegram channel too. Our website is hinduparenting.orgFor comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Marriage is the most important decision a human being will make in life, so we need to put at least as much thought into it as we do preparing for exams and a career. Parents must guide young Hindus through finding a suitable partner and being happily married. Episode #49 of the Hindu Parenting Podcast, a conversation with Shri. Shankar Kumaran is a must-listen episode for young Hindus and parents alike.Shri Shankar Kumaran, Founder of Life Education Institute, is a counselor and coach who has worked with many young people, including married couples, and helped them have happy marriages. Shri Kumaran was educated in the traditional Gurukula style, which gave him a deep knowledge of Sanskrit and the shastras. At the same time, he holds a degree in psychology and has worked successfully with modern couples.In this podcast, he gives significant insights into the Hindu vivaaha and the secrets of a happy marriage. What do young people need to know before looking for a life partner? What can you do as a parent to ensure your child will have a happy marriage?On the eve of Valentine's Day today, encourage people to listen to this special podcast to understand marriage better.Listen to the complete podcast and share it with all Hindus - young people and parents.You can find more information about Shri Kumaran here.Note: Please support us by signing up for our newsletters on Substack and, if possible, upgrading to a paid subscription. Our podcasts (The Hindu Parenting Podcast) can also be heard on Spotify, YouTube, Apple, and Google Podcasts.Please follow us on Twitter (X), Instagram, or any social media platform you choose.We are on most social media platforms with the handle “hinduparenting”. We have a WhatsApp and Telegram channel, too. Our website is hinduparenting.orgFor comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode #48 of the Hindu Parenting Podcast, we talk with Rajesh Sengamedu about his new book of short stories titled “Desi, Dharma aur Dilemma - Beyond Movies, Music, Mufti and Masala”The stories are about the dilemmas faced by diaspora Hindus in USA, but the theme is applicable to much of urban India today.Through these stories, the author gets us to take a long-term perspective and think about what it means to be a Hindu today. His deft touch and gentle probing go to the root of many dilemmas we face today. The stories are not prescriptive, but leave us with lingering questions and a clear dharmik lens through which to look at our lives.The book is especially relevant for parents. It helps us to see the long-term effects of everyday parenting choices we make as Hindus in the modern world.Enjoy the podcast and please share with friends and family!Read more about the author, Rajesh Sengamedu, in this interview.The book “Desi, Dharma aur Dilemma” is available for purchase on Amazon internationally at this link.Buyers from India can find the book at this link.Note: Please support us by signing up for our newsletters on Substack and if possible, upgrading to a paid subscription. Our podcasts (The Hindu Parenting Podcast) can be heard on Spotify, YouTube, Apple and Google Podcasts too.Please follow us on Twitter (X), Instagram or any social media platform of your choice.We are on most social media platforms with the handle “hinduparenting”. We have a Whatsapp and Telegram channel too. Our website is hinduparenting.orgFor comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.org Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode 47 of The Hindu Parenting Podcast, we talk about the Panchatantra with Dr. M. V. Vishwanath, Sanskrit scholar and renowned speaker.The tales of the Panchatantra have always been of special interest to children, but did you know that its actual purpose and message is deeply embedded within the tales? The Panchatantra has travelled far and wide from the place of its origin, Bharat (India). It has unfortunately been relegated to the genre of kiddie literature in modern India, but the Panchatantra is actually profound and visionary in its scope. Listen to the podcast to find out the true meaning behind the text!Dr. Viswanath is a reputed scholar with three M.A. degrees and a PhD in Sanskrit from Benaras Hindu University, Varanasi. His research areas include Sanskrit literature, Arthashastra and Sankhya philosophy.He also delivers various sessions on Bhagavadgita, Vedanta, Yoga and Upanishads for many Yoga schools both online and offline.Note: Please follow us on Twitter (X), Instagram or any social media platform of your choice. Our podcasts (The Hindu Parenting Podcast) can be heard on Spotify, YouTube, Apple and Google Podcasts too. Please support us by signing up for our newsletters on Substack and if possible, upgrading to a paid subscription.General Information:We are on most social media platforms with the handle “hinduparenting”. We have a Whatsapp and Telegram channel. Our website is hinduparenting.orgFor comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 46 of the Hindu Parenting Podcast explores the significance of the bindi/bottu/tilak. Why do we wear a bindi or tilak; what are the different traditions surrounding it?Don't forget to celebrate the International Bindi and Tilak Day on 15th October!Dr. Bharath Srinivasan is our guest for this podcast. He has a Doctorate Degree in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Delhi and currently works as Engineering and Marketing Head at a small company in Bangalore. He was the founding Director of the Indian History Awareness Group (IHAR) of Houston works on research on Bharat and its ancient traditions. He also is a trustee of Prakruthi Ayurveda Prathisthana for the past 15 years and supports its Research Activities on Ayurveda. He has also worked with Rajiv Malhotra on many projects related to building the Grand Narrative of India. With experience spanning diverse fields and a strong knowledge of the shastras, he is well placed to help us understand the shastric underpinnings of our symbols like the bindi and the tilak.General Information:For comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our Substack and follow our social media handles:X/Twitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingWhatsApp channel: Hindu ParentingWebsite: hinduparenting.orgThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 45 of the Hindu Parenting Podcast features a conversation with Shawn Binda, host of Hindu Lifestyle on YouTube and a Hindu Educator, about Hindus in the Caribbean.Not many people know of the presence of a sizeable Hindu community in the Caribbean which has held on to its Hindu identity in the face of overwhelming odds. How they have managed to stay Hindu over many generations is a story that Hindus need to hear, as we grapple with the challenge of passing on our traditions and identity to future generations.Shawn Binda is of Indo-Caribbean ancestry and teaches Hinduism at a local mandir in Toronto, Canada, to teenagers and young adults every week. He conducts workshops with Hindu youth. Shawn has a passion for Hinduism. His insights are very valuable to Hindu parents in India and abroad.Show Notes:1:00 - Introduction5:27 - How did Hinduism Survive in the Caribbean?10:30 - Indentured Labour and How Indians got to the Caribbean15:40 - How Did They Withstand the Pressure to Convert? 18:20 - Percentage of Hindus in Different Countries of the Caribbean26:00 - Difference between Hindus raised in India and in the Caribbean32:20 - How Do You Get Kids to Come to the Mandir?38:00 - Role of Music and Dance in Hinduism41:00 - Important Message for Hindu Parents46:00 - Science, Spirituality and Hinduism48:00 - Hindus and Hinduism - The Way Forward 53:00 - ConclusionGeneral Information:For comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our Substack and follow our social media handles:X/Twitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingWhatsApp channel: Hindu ParentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Introduction 2:00 - Onam the Long Festival Celebration of 14 days7:40 - Onam or Vishu. Which is the New Year? 10:20 - Story of Onam, Thrikkakara Vamanamurti temple, Proclamation of Onam 20:00 - Bali Pratipada celebrated all over India21:00 - Historical references to Onam in Tamil Sangam literature as Vamana Jayanti, or birth of Vishnu avatar. Writings of Alvars talk about Thrikkakara.25:30 - Modern distortion of the Onam story by current narrative in Kerala and dilution of Hindu origins.28:10 - Why did Onam celebration die out in Tamil Nadu?35:50 - Current situation in Kerala, complacence and inability to perceive the difference between Semitic religions and mathas and sampradayas (different opinions or paths from within Hindu dharma)48:00 - Hindu rituals and significance behind pookolam (rangoli), Onam Sadya and boat races as a temple tradition.1:00:00 - How to reclaim Hindu festivals and prevent them from being turned into tools of anti-Hindu propaganda?1:05:00 - Message for Hindu parents. What makes a Hindu different from all others? The five Mahayagnyas or vratas to be observed everyday.1:12:30 - End Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 43 of the Hindu Parenting Podcast features Anshu Dubey, the Founder and President of Brahm Varchas Education, who speaks about parenting based on the shastras and other Hindu scriptures.We talk about the science and art of Vedic parenting, focusing on a set of sutras given by Pujya Vishwanath Guruji. The philosophy and techniques are based on the shastras and especially relevant for modern parents.The all-round knowledge of the upbringing of children handed down since generations is getting lost today. Vedic Parenting knowledge capsules are a gateway for the modern Hindu parent to access and apply ancient wisdom in raising children.Note: If you find our work valuable, please consider making a contribution. It will help us cover the costs of reaching many more Hindu parents. International subscribers can use the upgrade-to-paid option on Substack.QR code for India payments:Thank you!General Information:For comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our Substack and follow our social media handles:X/Twitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingWhatsApp channel: Hindu ParentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode 42, we speak with a Homeschooling mother from USA. This podcast assumes special significance because it is being aired at a time when the woke phenomenon is rampaging through American educational institutions.There is a rising tide of anti-Hindu literature being circulated in American media and academia. When schools portray Hinduism as nothing more than “casteism” and schoolchildren are taught contempt for Hindus, what effect does it have on our children?In light of the Riddhi Patel episode where a Hindu girl was pulled into anti-Hindu and pro-terror activism and is being jailed for making threats to lawmakers, what choices do Hindu parents have if we want our children to stay clear of the indoctrination in public schools in USA?Find out all you wanted to know about homeschooling in the USA in this episode of The Hindu Parenting Podcast.Please listen and share!Note: If you find our work valuable, please consider making a contribution. It will help us cover the costs of reaching many more Hindu parents. International subscribers can use the upgrade-to-paid option on Substack.QR code for India payments:Thank you!General Information:For comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our Substack and follow our social media handles:Twitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Hindu Parenting Podcast Episode 41 is a conversation with Dr. Omendra Ratnu, a practising ENT surgeon who also has an abiding passion for culture, history and Dharma. Dr. Ratnu runs an NGO, Nimittekam, to rehabilitate minority refugees from Pakistan in Bharat.Dr. Ratnu has a keen interest in the history of Rajasthan and has written several articles on the history of Mewar. His recent book is titled “Maharanas - A 1000 Year War for Dharma”. He is also the Founder of Dharmansh Foundation, which accepts monthly contributions to help underprivileged and persecuted Hindu populations in the Indian subcontinent.Why should this matter to us as parents? Because our children need a thriving community. They need safety in numbers. We need a robust Hindu population for Dharma to thrive into the next generation and beyond.Nimittekam.org and Dharmansh Foundation also accept donations from outside India.Please listen and share!Note: If you find our work valuable, please consider making a contribution. It will help us cover the costs of reaching many more Hindu parents.General Information:For comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our Substack and follow our social media handles:Twitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode 40 of The Hindu Parenting Podcast, Matrushree Ananthalakshmi, Co-Founder of Anaadi Foundation explains IKS - Indian Knowledge Systems.Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) is quite the buzzword now, but what exactly constitutes IKS (other than Yoga and Ayurveda)? Anaadi Foundation has a set of IKS books specially designed for children, which can be used to teach kids at home. Learn more about the books, the topics covered and how we can teach children all about the scientific heritage of Bharat (India). What is the system of modern Gurukul education like? How does it differ from the mainstream schooling? Ananthalakshmi ji also shares a message especially for parents. Timestamps:1:25: What is IKS?12:03: Details on IKS Books for Children20:37: About Anaadi Foundation28:41 : Location of Anaadi Dharma Gurukula and integration with the mainstream36:53: Training people in Bharatiya pedagogy39:13: Samskara Journal42:24 : Indigenous Education Systems around the world46:06 : Message for ParentsGeneral Information:For comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our Substack and follow our social media handles:Twitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingWe also have a new Whatsapp channel.The opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Episode 39: A conversation about feminism with Prof. Madhu Purnima Kishwar (Founder, Manushi Trust and one of India's most distinguished academics in the social sciences).The social sciences are a black box for most Hindu parents. The western social sciences hold a disproportionate influence on our lives and our collective future, hence it is essential to talk to our children about feminism and other western movements. This conversation will help bring clarity to feminism and situate it in the Hindu context.Feminism is derived from the Abrahamic thought system which is binary and rooted in perennial conflict. It is different from the dharmik worldview which is based on harmony, balance and consensus. What explains the rise of Marxism, feminism and other theories? What is the danger in viewing dharmik cultures through these modern lenses? Are feminists happy? What is the effect of feminism on women, on men, and on the family as a unit? How can Hindu families navigate through this landscape?Please listen and share!Prof. Madhu Kishwar started her academic career as a lecturer in a DU college and in 1991 was invited as a professor in CSDS, a leading social science research centre based in Delhi. She was awarded national professorship of ICSSR followed by senior fellow at Nehru Memorial Centre for Contemporary Studies. She has also made several documentary films for Doordarshan.Note: If you find our work valuable, please consider making a contribution. It will help us cover the costs of reaching many more Hindu parents.If you live outside India, please use the substack platform (through Stripe). If you live in India, please write to contact@hinduparenting.org to get the QR code.General Information:For comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our Substack and follow our social media handles:Twitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode 38, we talk with Acharya Padmini Ravi, a journey in dance for over 5 decades. An exponent of the ancient craft of Bharatanatyam, a performer, speaker and teacher, she reveals a new dimension to dance.Why should children learn classical performing arts, especially a difficult dance form like Bharatanatyam? The skills they learn helps them be the best version of themselves, no matter what profession they choose in future.We also explore the journey of a dancer from the physical to the metaphysical. Bharatanatyam opens the door to an inner, mystical journey for the dancer, and helps them unlock a new dimension in their creative and spiritual journey.The processes children undergo with rigorous dance training help them connect with the self, adding a layer of poise and confidence to their personality.Acharya Padmini Ravi has trained over 500 students internationally, making her the perfect person to speak on the topic of Bharatanatyam and children. She's currently pursuing her PhD in “The Intangible Benefits of Dance” at Jain University, Bangalore. You can find more about her on her Facebook page and also at Padmini Ravi Dance Academy.General Information:For comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our Substack and follow our social media handles:Twitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Shri Rishi Pal Chauhan, Founder and Principal of Jiva Public School talks about personalising education because every child is unique. Shri Chauhan elaborates on the ways in which Jiva School incorporates Bharatiya Hindu values like Dinacharya and Svadhyaya into the daily routine for children. It helps children to observe their actions and become self-aware.The body constitution and multiple intelligences of children vary widely. Jiva School helps analyse children and train them in the activities and paths that suits them. Please listen to the end of the podcast for a special message and a free offer to test your children using the Jiva method!You can find more about Jiva Public School here. General Information:For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our Substack and follow our social media handles:Twitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

The Lohri episode features a conversation around stories and lived experiences from the Punjab area of India. One of our guests is Charu Uppal ji, media scholar and storyteller. You can find her articles at charuuppal.substack.com The word Lohri comes from Loh which means ‘flame'. As the name suggests, the Lohri tradition involves a bonfire symbolising energy, hope and renewal.Listen to the beautiful story of Dulla Bhattiwaala and the origin of Lohri. The story lives on in the form of a ballad singing tradition called Vaar. Listen to the original Punjabi song of Dulla Bhattiwala here. Here are the lyrics and the English translation of the song.You can find more songs related to Lohri here.Many beautiful traditions are slowly going out of fashion as we adopt a uniform Halloween-type culture these days. Watch the folk tradition of going from house to house singing songs and collecting treats. Our festival podcasts bring out the cultural unity of Bharat (India). Lohri as celebrated in Punjab has an amazing similarity with Bhogi celebrated in the Southern Telugu states, which we covered last year during Makara Sankranti.Listen to our Bhogi/Sankranti podcast from last year here. Please listen to the podcasts, watch the video links and involve your children in the celebrations so that we can keep our diverse festivals and traditions alive!Note: If you find our work valuable, please consider making a contribution. It will help us cover the costs of reaching many more Hindu parents. If you live in India, please write to contact@hinduparenting.org to get the QR code. All others outside India can use the substack platform (through Stripe).General Information:For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and podcast suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our Substack and follow our social media handles:Twitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them. Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In this podcast, Shri Pankaj Saxena helps us understand the role of the family in the overall context of Hindu cosmology. He explains that the Hindu worldview is based on Kartavya Bodh, a sense of duties toward one another in the family and beyond. We explore how it is clashing with the rights narrative around us today.The family unit makes it easier for a Hindu to repay the Panch Rna-s and live a fulfilled life with psychological, spiritual, physical and intellectual comfort. Listen to an exposition on the pyramid of identities that a Hindu is part of. How do these identities help us with a larger goal and how do they balance human existence with nature and culture?For the family to be remain relevant in today's scenario, we need to step out of our idealistic bubble and take a realistic look at the problems within the family today. Once the situation is understood, we can attempt to explore the way forward.Pankaj Saxena is Co-Founder and Director, Cultural Research at Brhat. He is an author on Hindu temples, arts, literature, history and culture. His writing explains the beauty of Sanātana Dharma through stories about traditions, communities and culture. He has a deep interest in cultural anthropology, evolutionary biology and ecology, and has visited more than 1200 Hindu temples.Link to books of Shri Ram Swarup and Shri Sita Ram Goel, mentioned in the podcast. You can also find PDFs of these books online which can be downloaded.Note: If you find our work valuable, please consider making a contribution. It will help us cover the costs of reaching many more Hindu parents. If you live in India, please write to contact@hinduparenting.org to get the QR code. All others outside India can use the substack platform (through Stripe).Contents of the podcast:0:00 - Introduction to the topic, Family0:54 - Introduction to speaker, Pankaj Saxena1:54 - Courses offered by Pankaj Saxena5:25 - Idea of Family in Hindu society (Grihasthashram)12:49 - Attacks on Traditional family structure today23:09 - Kartavyabodh in Sanatana Dharma, Duties vs Rights30:42 - Varnashrama Dharma39:13 - Convention vs Tradition45:08 - Understanding the Hindu Family structure52:03 – Dowry vs Sthreedhan55:43 - Closing Remarks58:07 - Authentic References for parents to learn59:56 - Message for Hindu Parents1:00:46 - Hindu Parenting Platform InfoGeneral Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them. Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In Episode 34, we look at rituals in Hinduism, in a conversation with Shri PVR Narasimha Rao. The English word ritual does not really capture the sense of sacred or meaningful action that is the core of Hinduism. What is the purpose of Sadhana? What place does it hold in Sanatana Dharma? What do the shastras say?We also touch on the “religious vs. spiritual” debate and understand the importance of both ritual and meditation. How do they help people in living a good life and finally, put them on the path to Moksha?Shri Rao expounds on the different types of sadhanas in Hinduism which are based on the five elements. How do they differ? Are pranayama and homa/havan the same in principle?This podcast will give you a deep understanding of Hinduism and the place of rituals (the better word is Sadhana!) Listen till the end for a special message on introducing rituals to children.Shri PVR Narasimha Rao has BTech from IIT Madra and a Masters from Rice University, USA. He is a senior manager at a US semiconductor company. He is a Jyotish researcher, author, teacher and created a popular free Jyotish software. He is also a Sanskrit scholar, philosopher and teaches homa and other ritiuals. You can find more about his work on teaching homa and other simple rituals at vedicastrolger.orgNote: If you find our work valuable, please consider making a contribution. It will help us cover the costs of reaching many more Hindu parents. If you live in India, please write to contact@hinduparenting.org to get the QR code. All others outside India can use the substack platform (through Stripe).Contents of the podcast:0:00 - Introduction1:38 - Ritual, Karma, Sadhana, Meditation20:22 - Types of Sadhana32:48 - Fear of making a mistake38:14 - Is Adhikara necessary?43:05 - Learning how to perform Pooja/Havan45:37 - Personal Pooja Apparatus51:33 - Schedule/timing prescribed by Shastras55:47 - Following Rituals in both letter and spirit1:04:14 - Advice for parents1:10:34 - Do It Yourself Info from Speaker1:13:55 - Hindu Parenting Platform InfoGeneral Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them. Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

This episode features Shri Ramakrishna Kongalla, a researcher on temples and the Asst. Prof. at the Department of Travel and Tourism Management.Shri Kongalla brings his expertise in understanding temples to help us decode the beautiful stories that temples tell. What is the dhvajasthambam? Are there regional variations in temple styles? What do we need to know in order to decipher the sculpture on the temple walls? What is the order of things to do in a temple?We hope parents will use this conversation to help children understand and appreciate the profound yet simple meanings behind everything related to the Devasthanam i.e. the Hindu temple.Please listen till the end for a message especially meant for today's parents and children!Chapters in this episode:0:00 - Introduction1:01 - Is “Temple” the right word for Bharateeya Devalayas?4:14 - Where should a Devalaya be located?8:09 - Difference between Temple and Devalayam10:25 - What are the different components of a Devalaya?19:19 - Two styles of Construction22:36 - Types of Mandapas23:48 - Story of Dvaja Stambham (Highlight)30:16 - Meanings of Devalaya Carvings39:57 - KirtiMukha (Lion face) in Devalaya (Highlight)46:25 - Yali or Vyala representative of Purusharthas52:23 - What to do in Devalaya?1:04:13 - Message for Hindu Parents1:06:07 - Plan for another podcast with the speaker1:07:30 - Additional Info and Pictures are available1:08:00 - Hindu Parenting Platform InfoHere are some beautiful images shared by Shri Ramakrishna Kongalla to aid in the understanding of the concepts explained in this episode.Note: If you find our work valuable, please consider making a contribution. It will help us cover the costs of reaching many more Hindu parents through sponsorship of events and on social media. If you live in India, please reach out to contact@hinduparenting.org to get the QR code. All others outside India can use the substack platform (through Stripe) itself. General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingCopyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode on Hindu festivals, we converse with Monidipa Bose about Durga Puja as it is celebrated in Bengal. Monidipa Bose writes about history and heritage. She traces the history of Matrika worship and the rituals followed in Bengal.Listen to this podcast for everything you wanted to know about Durga Puja, including the different forms of the Devi worshipped each day, the colours associated with each deity, the traditions specific to Bengal and the great tradition of worshipping the Divine Feminine in Bharat.You can find more about Monidipa Bose here.General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we talk to the concept creators behind a global initiative called the International Bindi & Tilak Day, celebrated on October 15 every year. Listen to their story and vision.We need these rallying points to enthuse young people and build a mass movement.Every movement starts with a spark. Let this be the spark we need to reclaim and wear our Hindu identity with pride. Make Hindu culture cool and aspirational!The goals of the creators are to:Promote Hindu Unity through Bindi & TilakEncourage Hindus Worldwide to Sport Bindi & TilakMake Hindu Identity an Accepted NormLet's all stand behind this initiative to forge a strong and collective Hindu identity.Please encourage everyone to use the hashtag #InternationalBindiAndTilakDay to trend pictures of people, pets or loved things with bindi/tilak on social media.General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

This podcast is a conversation with Prof. Vamsee Juluri who teaches Media Studies at the University of San Francisco. We address the challenge of communicating with young people and children who are being told by everyone and everything around them that Hinduism is regressive, patriarchal and casteist.Prof. Juluri brings his vast experience in analysing media and the nature of modern communication to make us aware of the forces at play. He takes a recent example in the news to demonstrate the use of precise and effective communication rather than fall back thoughtlessly on dismissive phrases we hear on social media (buzzwords like leftist, woke, right-wing, Marxism etc). He explains to us how words are not just tools we use, but forces which end up using us, if we are not careful.Once we know what we are up against, what can we do? Can we learn communication skills? We must look to preserve intergenerational bonds, and be open to learning.For more on what we can do, listen to the full podcast in which Professor Juluri shares his unique insight into communication within families and the road ahead.General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingThreads: hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In this podcast, we talk to Abhinav Kadambi & Krishna Rajaganesan - Founders of a Bharatiya strength training startup - about the important but neglected area of physical fitness & strength training, from a Bharatiya POV. What's the relevance of physical strength & kshaatra for parents? Hear all about mugdar, gadaa (mace), kusti (wrestling). How is the Bharatiya method different from modern gymming? (It is holistic and develops the body, mind, emotions & spirit). There is a diet component and the whole system of training is personalised. There's also the common thread of the sacred running through all our art forms, making bala-sadhana also a part of self-transcendence eventually. How can you train? (Krishna & Abhinav will walk you through the steps, no matter what your age & profession). Workshops are available for specific groups like Bharatanatyam dancers too.Listen to this interesting conversation on how the fabled Hindu physical prowess is all but forgotten by its descendants today and what we can do to revive it. Please be sure to read about ancient Hindu warriors here.Please support these two young men and their startup by committing to train the Bharatiya way. You can help build a community by getting more people into akhadas. What can you do? Follow “MugdarMonk” and “abhinavk17” on Instagram. Gather a bunch of like-minded people and contact “MugdarMonk” for workshops in your location. Kindly spread the word and share this podcast with your friends and family. General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Vinayaka Chaturthi is one of the most important festivals for Hindus and especially loved by children. In this podcast, we converse with Dr. Arathi V.B., Founder and Chairperson of Vibhu Academy. We cover a lot of topics, including the importance of the festival, how it is celebrated, what is the concept and meaning behind it.This podcast delves into the essence of Sanathana Dharma, the Agamas, Gowri-Ganesha habba as an amalgam of folk and agamic traditions, what is the difference between a vrata and an utsava, the history of sarvajanik Ganeshotsav celebrations and the way forward with respect to imparting knowledge of Hinduism and traditions to children.Dr. Arathi is a Samskrit scholar, an orator, writer, trainer and counsellor. Her contributions are well known in the fields of Academic research, Softskills Training, Mentoring, Samskrtam, Aesthetics, Indian classical arts & Indological subjects. She has more than 20 years of experience in all these domains and has handled hundreds of Softskills Training programmes and Courses on Samskrtam and Indology for Indian and foreign students. She is also a Lay counselor and a popular resource person with TV and Radio channels and print media. She has travelled within and outside the country as a Trainer and cultural ambassador.Please listen and share widely as a service to the Hindu community. Subscribe to us and follow us on the social media channel of your choice. Our handle everywhere is hinduparenting. Please reach out to us with your suggestions and let us help you in the important job of raising happy Hindu children.General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In this podcast, we talk with Shri R.B. Ramesh, internationally renowned chess coach and trainer of many successful youngsters like R. Praggnanandhaa. He is the founder of Chess Gurukul, a chess coaching academy.The Dronacharya Series is our humble tribute to the great gurus of our tradition. For young (and not-so-young) parents, the greatest learning comes from the teachers who motivate and inspire children to excel.How does Shri Ramesh train children to work hard & do their best, to deal with wins and losses, to face Grandmasters with intimidating reputations? Why is his training centre called Chess Gurukul? What can we learn from him?What is his message to parents and to the Bharatiya youth of today? Please listen to this podcast and share!General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Festivals and rituals are at the heart of Hinduism. The sheer number, colour, grandeur, meaningfulness, regional variations and wide variety in its festivals make Hinduism unique and exciting for young people. In this podcast, we have a fun conversation with Neha Srivastava, the founder of Shaktitva Foundation about the festival of Raksha Bandhan. We start with the details of when and how it is celebrated in the Uttar Pradesh tradition.Hear the story of its origins, and let your children learn to distinguish between real and fake stories. In today's world, all Hindu festivals are being interpreted using a Marxist or feminist lens. How does this apply to Raksha Bandhan? Listen as Neha Srivastava explains all the issues around it, and how the beauty of a Hindu festival is timeless, no matter how much academicians try to twist and distort it.Do you wish your children knew the actual history and story about Raksha Bandhan, so that they can fight back with facts?We recommend this podcast especially for parents with young daughters. Shaktitva Foundation has come out with a contemporary comic strip to explain Raksha Bandhan to the youth of today. Show this easy-to-read comic strip version of the facts surrounding Raksha Bandhan to your children. Listen to this podcast and share with young Hindus, whether they are parents or not!General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In this podcast, we focus on a young startup called Indic Bricks that aims to make our heritage cool while helping kids develop creative & 3D spatial skills; train kids in STEM & robotics while giving them confidence and rootedness.Just as our kids read western fantasy, they also play with western or Japanese toys & comics (think Marvel, Barbie, Manga, Pokémon etc). An interest in our heritage starts with the toy box. What if kids had Indian toys like blocks to build temples with or model yogasanas?Blocks are a great favourite with adults too! Imagine having a fun yoga pose on your desk at work! Indian-themed blocks also connect grandparents with kids (say while building a Ganesha & telling fun stories..)Please listen and share with all!Indic Bricks is offering a special discount on all products exclusively for the subscribers of Hindu Parenting on Substack.Please avail of the discount code HIPA10 valid till October 31st.The discount code is available only to subscribers of Hindu Parenting. So, all those who want to avail of the discount - if you are not yet subscribed to us, please do so at the earliest!Listen to the full podcast to find out about upcoming new blocks sets, especially a big limited-edition collector's item to be released during the opening of the Shri Ram temple in Ayodhya.To browse the store, visit Indic Bricks at indicbricks.comIndic Bricks products are also available on Amazon.General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

This is a special podcast for Hindu parents sending children for college to USA - what to expect, what to avoid, what support networks do students have?In this episode, we talk to Vijaya Viswanathan, co-author of the latest bestseller Snakes in the Ganga, and co-founder of Agastya Gurukulam, an initiative for imparting Bharatiya education.We converse about general dangers like vaping, alcohol, parties & also Hindu-specific ones like pressure to disown your parents & heritage.Should you send children abroad for undergrad or masters programs? Should they take courses on India, Hinduism, South Asia, Indology?Are liberal arts courses worth it? Does choosing a STEM major insulate your child from social justice activism?What are the three important things parents can do to prepare their children before they go abroad?We discuss a wide range of issues from meals plans and food to mental health and..what's the real purpose of education?To be forewarned is to be forearmed. Subscribe to our podcasts for topics, viewpoints and insights that you won't find elsewhere...and then take an informed decision to do what's best for you and your child!General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we address the issue of conversion. We talk to Sruthi about her experiences, the questions she had that her parents couldn't answer, her story of conversion and how she came back to Hinduism in just two and a half hours of logical conversation with Acharya ji of Aarsha Vidya Samajam.The movie The Kerala Story is based on the accounts of many girls like Sruthi. Hindu parents need to listen carefully and learn from these stories, because it is both our right and our duty to raise our children to carry on the Sanatana Parampara.Hear Sruthi's message for young people and the state of Hindu Samaj today. Sruthi's story is also found in the book The Story of A Reversion. This podcast is mainly in MALAYALAM, hence we have a video with ENGLISH subtitles that non-Malayalam speakers can watch.General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In this podcast we converse with Dr. Rajat Mitra, internationally renowned Professor and Clinical Pyschologist on the trans-generational trauma faced by Hindus.We explore many issues relating to the collective Hindu psyche, the silence and the lack of empathy with other Hindus. Other survivors of genocides have historically had the same trauma response and the way to set our next generation free from these mental shackles is by owning the past, acknowledging the trauma and moving on into joyous healing.We owe it to our descendants to pass on the glorious tradition of science, learning, knowledge, memory and feeling that is the hallmark of the Hindu civilisation.Listen to a fascinating conversation that will set our children free!Please look up Dr. Rajat Mitra's website to find out about his illustrious career. He has worked with the grief and trauma of people across many countries, giving him an unparalleled perspective into the issue. He is the author of the much-acclaimed work of fiction The Infidel Next Door, recommended reading for parents and children.General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingThe opinions expressed by guests on The Hindu Parenting Podcast are their personal opinions and Hindu Parenting does not assume any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, completeness, suitability or validity of anything shared on our platform by them.Copyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Gaurav Tiwari, Founder of Sutradhar, shares his great insights on our culture, festivals and the role of storytelling in raising children today. He has designed a range of products and videos for young children and families, some of which are puzzles, board games and different kinds of videos, also available as an app.Gaurav Tiwari, a mechanical engineer from IIT Bombay, quit his career of 16 years in the financial services industry to follow his passion: to help build a better world by imparting Indian cultural values to our next generation through stories from our ancient history.Learn more at mysutradhar.com and the board game at playranbhoomi.comYou can download the app here.Here is a list of all YouTube channels of Sutradhar:मराठी https://youtube.com/@SutradharMarathiEnglish https://youtube.com/@SutradharEnglishओड़िया https://youtube.com/@SutradharOdiaहिन्दी https://youtube.com/@MySutradharKids https://youtube.com/@SutradharKidsSutradhar Podcasts :Sutradhar Mini Tales (हिन्दी) https://shorturl.at/gknNOSutradhar Mini Tales (English) https://shorturl.at/bdmJ1Panchtantra (मराठी) https://shorturl.at/nvACZPanchtantra (English) https://shorturl.at/fit48Panchtantra (हिन्दी) https://shorturl.at/CGU19Mahabharat https://shorturl.at/aCDZ2Ranbhoomi https://shorturl.at/bhtBIItihas Puran ki kathaen https://shorturl.at/bzK37Itihas Puran ki kathaen (Marathi) https://shorturl.at/AKLXZMySutradhar https://shorturl.at/wFIW5Ramayan se pehle https://shorturl.at/ikmzIKahi-Suni https://shorturl.at/vINW5Bheeshm Neeti https://shorturl.at/tuxW3Shri Ram Katha https://shorturl.at/huHVYNala-Damayanti (हिन्दी) https://shorturl.at/fhpFONala-Damayanti (English) https://shorturl.at/fuSUXFollow Sutradhar at:1. Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/mysutradhar2. Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/mysutradhar3. Twitter : https://www.twitter.com/mysutradharGeneral Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparenting Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Listen to Part 2 of our Podcast with bestselling author Ranjith Radhakrishnan, author of “Rama of the Axe”, a novel based on Parashurama, the 6th avatara of Mahavishnu.This set of two podcasts contains deep discussions on essential concepts of Hindu dharma and reclaiming our ways of seeing, rather than using a Western lens.We continue the conversation from Part 1 on the need for kshaatra in the service of dharma. Hear a powerful excerpt read out by the author as he gives us a glimpse into his thought process.We also talk about the Divine Feminine as Shakti being an essential part of Hindu worship, unlike in Abrahamic religions and finally, Ranjith ji gives his advice to aspiring authors who want to write novels/stories based on our itihasas and puranas.Ranjith Radhakrishnan is a Bengaluru based entrepreneur. He is an ex-actor, assistant director, script assistant, toll manager, and pretty much ex everything else. He is father to a brat and husband to a wife who loves dogs, cats, cows, elephants, her husband and other animals, strictly in that order. He loves grandmother's tales and stories from our Puranas and Itihasas. He is a proud pagan and ardent idol-worshipper. He drinks a lot of tea as every right-thinking person should.Published works:Debut Novel: Rama of the AxeShort Story: Shakuni - The Dice of Death, in the anthology Unsung Valour - Forgotten Warriors of the Kurukshetra War.Poem: Tushara Svayamvara, in the anthology Arya - Vedic women of Substance.Website: ranjithradhakrishnan.comTwitter: ranjith_rFacebook: ranjith.radhakrishnanInstagram: ranjithrdhkrshnYou can get your copy of “Rama of the Axe” from any of the booksellers below:Padhega India (40% discount on MRP, Indic bookseller, prompt and friendly service)AmazonFlipkartGeneral Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparenting Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

Listen to Part 1 of our Podcast with bestselling author Ranjith Radhakrishnan. Why is this book a game-changer in its genre? Hear about lesser known facets of Hindu dharma through the 6th Avatara, Parashurama; the axe as a weapon of choice (not the more common bow or mace); the role of kshaatra; the inspiration behind the author's handling of these themes, and more.Ranjith Radhakrishnan is a Bengaluru based entrepreneur. He is an ex-actor, assistant director, script assistant, toll manager, and pretty much ex everything else. He is father to a brat and husband to a wife who loves dogs, cats, cows, elephants, her husband and other animals, strictly in that order. He loves grandmother's tales and stories from our Puranas and Itihasas. He is a proud pagan and ardent idol-worshipper. He drinks a lot of tea as every right-thinking person should.Published works:Debut Novel: Rama of the AxeShort Story: Shakuni - The Dice of Death, in the anthology Unsung Valour - Forgotten Warriors of the Kurukshetra War.Poem: Tushara Svayamvara, in the anthology Arya - Vedic women of Substance.website: ranjithradhakrishnan.comTwitter: ranjith_rFacebook: ranjith.radhakrishnanInstagram: ranjithrdhkrshnGrab your copies from any of the places below:Padhega India: https://rzp.io/l/RamaOftheAxe (40% discount on MRP. Hindu Parenting endorses Padhega India for their extremely prompt and friendly service!)Amazon:http://amzn.eu/d/bzD1W09Flipkart: https://shorturl.at/qruDQ General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparenting Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

The final episode of our series on Mental Health is a summary of the many issues and multiple perspectives that we discussed in the previous episodes. We identify the main problems faced by children, teenagers and young adults. We also discuss ways to deal with the Mental Health crisis and raise happy, healthy children who will be able to lead meaningful lives and become balanced, productive adults.We encourage to you to listen to all the previous episodes in this podcast series to get a full perspective on the magnitude of the problem, what part the media plays, how it affects Hindu children, and what we can do about it. An informed parent is an empowered parent.The previous episodes in the Mental Health Series:Mental Health Series - 1 (The World of Teenagers)Mental Health Series - 2 (From the Teens to the 20s)Mental Health Series - 3 (Subliminal Messaging and pre-Teens)Mental Health Series - 4 (Perspectives from a Mental Health Professional)Mental Health Series - 5 (Indic Perspective on Mental Health)General Information:Subscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparenting Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In Part 5 of the Mental Health Series, we chat with Dr Mala Kapadia, an expert on Indic psychology about perspectives on mental health from within the Hindu tradition.Dr Mala Kapadia, Ph.D. is Director, Anandi Transdisciplinary Research Initiatives, Palani, Coimbatore. She is Principal Investigator in a research project under IKS, MoE, Government of India. The project encompasses creating a framework and Index of Wellbeing and Happiness, based on Hitayu and Sukhayu constructs from Ayurveda. She has designed curriculums based on the same for higher education.Dr. Mala Kapadia's academic journey is through Psychology, Literature, Human Resources, Yoga, Ayurveda, Film and Video Production. She was an adjunct professor at S.P. Jain School of Global Management at Dubai, Singapore, Sydney and Mumbai campuses from 2005 to 2020. Her career has been through research, education, journalism, HR and consulting. Dr. Mala's area of research is Indic wisdom for the betterment of humanity. Her strength is integrating wisdom of India with modern theories and research in the fields of Wellness & Well-being, Emotional Intelligence, Positive psychology, Leadership and Feminine Energy. Education psychology through Ayurveda and Yoga is an integral research area and one of the focus areas of her current work along with creating Indic frameworks and course curriculums for integration into mainstream courses.General InformationSubscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparenting Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

For Part 4 of the Mental Health Series, we interview a leading national child and teen psychiatrist who clears many misconceptions about seeking professional help for children. Please see below for more about Dr. Raghavendra. Dr. Raghavendra Kumar K.MBBS, MD Psychiatry, DM Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (NIMHANS) Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (NIMHANS)Diploma in Psychiatry (NIMHANS)Post Graduate Diploma in Child rights Law (National Law School of India University)He has a vast and multi-dimensional experience of more than 13 years in treating Child & Adolescent Psychiatric conditions, all acquired at prestigious institutes of India.He has been the first rank holder for the national level entrance exams in NIMHANS.He is the first child psychiatrist in India to become a qualified child rights advocate after finishing his course in Child Rights Law (PGDCRL).He is one of the very few Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists in the nation, who is skilled in both pharmacological as well as psychological therapies.He is a visiting Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist at Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health (IGICH) one of the most prestigious and a tertiary care paediatric hospitals in India.He is currently pursuing his Course in Developmental Neurology from Trivandrum Medical College. He will be the first Child Psychiatrist to become a qualified developmental neurologist upon completing it.He is the director of Mana Mandira Healthcare, Bengaluru; one of its kind child mental health start-up in India.He has been a guest speaker at several conferences. He has been a resource person for several parenting workshops at national as well as international level. He has been invited twice as a panelist to the workshops pertaining to child mental health by National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Govt of India.General InformationSubscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingCopyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In part 3 of the Mental Health Series, we address the important issue of subliminal messaging directed at young children, in a conversation with Subhodeep ji, who is. a civilisational studies researcher and also the father of a 10-year old.For more about his work in civilisational and media studies, please check https://www.subhodeepmukhopadhyay.comGeneral InformationSubscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingCopyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

We often hear the term “Mental Health” from young people today. So what is this mental health crisis that everyone seems to be talking about? How relevant is it to Hindu parents and what can we do about it?In the second episode of this new series, we talk to two adults in their twenties to get a peek into their world. Are their concerns different from the young teens? What's it like to be in your 20s today? Can we reframe mental health as mental fitness?General InformationSubscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingKoo: hinduparentingCopyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

We often hear the term “Mental Health” from young people today. So what is this mental health crisis that everyone seems to be talking about? How relevant is it to Hindu parents and what can we do about it?In the first episode of this new series, we converse with young teenagers to get a peek into their world. What pressures do they encounter in schools? What are the issues that they face daily? What are their concerns?General InformationSubscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingCopyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

From time to time, we will feature start-ups in the Dharmik Ecosystem with products and services for Hindu parents and children. In this episode, we converse with the young Founders of The Vedic Pond, Sri Hari and Namrata.Listen to Namrata and Sri Hari talk about their journey, what they bring to the Dharmik space, and the increasing demand for cultural entrepreneurship in the area of IKS (Indic Knowledge Systems). Do feel free to explore their website and reach out to them.https://www.thevedicpond.com/The Vedic Pond is a Cultural-Spiritual Learning Platform for re-awakening theINFINITE Potential in the Young Generation, grounded in the Vedic world-viewIt seeks to be the facilitator of the inner unfolding for young minds - much like a Temple Pond, which is a nourishing space for the Lotus Flower to bloom.General InformationSubscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingCopyright belongs to Hindu Parenting. Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we continue the conversation around stories from Hindu epics, the itihasas (Ramayana and Mahabharata). Bharathi ji, avid storyteller and writer specialising in Mahabharata, helps us access the original texts and bust many myths. We also discuss the danger of assuming versions from outside the tradition to be accurate and true.General InformationSubscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingCopyright belongs to Hinduparenting.In this episode, we have talked to Bharathi ji who is really deep into the study of Mahabharata. Do check out her post on substack here, where she has chronicled the myth busting that she did of Ekalavya who we have all learnt is a tragic hero who had to give his thumb as guru dakshina to Dronacharya. Find out the truth of Ekalavya both of rom our podcast as well as Bharathi's substack post. Do subscribe to her substack too and follow her on twitter @MyMBJourney Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we converse with Bharathi ji, a mother and a professional writer and storyteller. We explore the topic of “Why tell Stories” taking many examples of stories within stories in our Itihasas and Puranas. Come, listen to a fascinating discussion and some great stories!General InformationSubscribers are requested to look for The Hindu Parenting notification emails for new podcasts/posts in their email promotions/spam tab and personally move these into the main inbox. Thereafter all posts will be delivered to their main inbox. Thank you!For questions that you'd like us to address, please use the form below:Hindu Parenting QuestionsFor comments and suggestions, please use the comments tab or write to us at contact@hinduparenting.orgPlease note that questions will not be answered on email.Do subscribe to our substack and follow us on our social media handlesTwitter: hinduparentingInstagram: hinduparentingTelegram: t.me/hinduparentingFacebook: facebook.com/hinduparentingFacebook group: facebook.com/groups/hinduparentingCopyright belongs to Hinduparenting.Transcript in Progress… Get full access to Hindu Parenting at hinduparenting.substack.com/subscribe