Podcasts about vedic sciences

6,8 और 12 भाव क्यों बुरे? भाव और उसके मालिक मे क्या अंतर है ? राहू - केतु मे क्या बुराई है? विदेश यात्रा और 12 भाव का स्वामी भाव पीड़ित कैसे होता है? Astrologer Nitin Kashyap Astrology Queries Session ज्योतिष एक अथाह सागर है जिसमे कई ज्योतिष के नियम छिपे हुए है इस चैनल पर प्रसारित video कुंडली के अलग अलग रहस्यों को उजागर करती है चाहे वह #वक्रीग्रह हो, अस्त ग्रह हो, नीच ग्रह का प्रभाव हो, साढ़े साती हो या मांगलिक दोष | इनके पीछे के कारण और उनके निवारण इस चैनल पर मिल जाएंगे| जन्म कुंडली मे मंगल का 12 भावों मे प्रभाव, #12राशि को कैसे देखा जाता है, 9 ग्रह किस प्रकार आपकी कुंडली के फलित पर असर डालते है यही सब इस चैनल पर उपलब्ध है| Nitin P.Kashyap is a traditional practitioner of Vedic Sciences. He commands authority on Astrology, Vastu. He received title of Jyotish Vachaspati, Jyotish Kalamani and Jyotish Vid from esteemed institutions of India. He has clients in Australia, Europe, Asia and the American continent. Nitin Kashyap has numerous articles in India Today, The Astrological Magazine, Modern Astrology, Jyotish Manthan and Planetarypositions.com to his credit. He has done radio show with BIGFM 92.7 for annual predictions. He also appeared on Television with Mangalik Dosha, Kalsarpa Dosha, Pitra Dosha topics. Nitin P.Kashyap is taking offline and online classes on different aspects of Astrology.His scientific background and practical approach took him to research and study of Astronomy, Tajika, Prashna Kundali, Jaimini, samudrik, and KP system. Having mastered the various branches of Astrology, he had established himself as an adept and proficient astrologer. Astro Life Sutras provided astrology online and offline courses, consultation with Astrologer Nitin Kashyap and unique Jyotish content in the form of astrology videos, blogs, post and quizzes. If you want to take appointment from Astrologer Nitin Kashyap or want to learn astrology online classes please visit https://www.AstroLifeSutras.com Join our Whatsapp community - https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va91... Facebook Page - www.Facebook.com/Astrolifesutras Instagram -   / astronitin   Listen our jyotish podcast (astrology podcast) on https://open.spotify.com/show/3kU1i9e... On Gaana app - https://gaana.com/season/jyotish-in-h...

ऋण कब लेना चाहिए? ऋण कब नहीं लेना चाहिए? क्या ग्रहों की दृष्टियों मे अंतर होता है? मारक ग्रह की #दशा आने पर क्या फलित होगा? सूर्य, चंद्र, मंगल से #12_भाव क्यों महत्वपूर्ण है? ऐसे ही रोचक प्रश्न Hena Prasun जी के द्वारा पूछे गए| आइए जानते है उनके उत्तर Astrologer Nitin P.Kashyap के साथ | Saturn in the 7th house (शनि 7वे भाव में) - Part-2 -    • Saturn in the 7th house (शनि 7वे भाव ...   10 Questions of Astrology - Nitin Kashyap (Hindi) -    • 10 Questions of Astrology - Nitin Kas...   तिथि की मुहुर्त में भूमिका | ज्योतिष पंचांग | Role of Lunar Days in Muhurtha -    • तिथि की मुहुर्त में भूमिका  | ज्योतिष...   शनि और शुक्र का अनोखा संबंध | Venus Saturn unique relations | कुंडली मे शुक्र शनि | Nitin P.Kashyap -    • शनि और शुक्र का अनोखा  संबंध | Venus ...   नीच भंग ग्रह की दृष्टि | जीवनसाथी का कार्यक्षेत्र | ज्योतिष प्रश्न | Nitin Kashyap LIVE from Banaras -    • नीच भंग ग्रह की दृष्टि | जीवनसाथी का ...   कुंडली में सफलता के रहस्य Bhabajeet ( Exotic Astrology ) Part 3-    • कुंडली में सफलता के रहस्य - Bhabajeet...   ज्योतिष एक अथाह सागर है जिसमे कई ज्योतिष के नियम छिपे हुए है इस चैनल पर प्रसारित video कुंडली के अलग अलग रहस्यों को उजागर करती है चाहे वह #वक्रीग्रह हो, अस्त ग्रह हो, नीच ग्रह का प्रभाव हो, साढ़े साती हो या मांगलिक दोष | इनके पीछे के कारण और उनके निवारण इस चैनल पर मिल जाएंगे| जन्म कुंडली मे मंगल का 12 भावों मे प्रभाव, #12राशि को कैसे देखा जाता है, 9 ग्रह किस प्रकार आपकी कुंडली के फलित पर असर डालते है यही सब इस चैनल पर उपलब्ध है| For taking appointment from Astrologer Nitin Kashyap or to learn astrology online please visit https://www.AstroLifeSutras.com Nitin P.Kashyap is a traditional practitioner of Vedic Sciences. He commands authority on Astrology, Vastu. He received title of Jyotish Vachaspati, Jyotish Kalamani and Jyotish Vid from esteemed institutions of India. He has clients in Australia, Europe, Asia and the American continent. Nitin Kashyap has numerous articles in India Today, The Astrological Magazine, Modern Astrology, Jyotish Manthan and Planetarypositions.com to his credit. He has done radio show with BIGFM 92.7 for annual predictions. He also appeared on Television with Mangalik Dosha, Kalsarpa Dosha, Pitra Dosha topics. Nitin P.Kashyap is taking offline and online classes on different aspects of Astrology.His scientific background and practical approach took him to research and study of Astronomy, Tajika, Prashna Kundali, Jaimini, samudrik, and KP system. Having mastered the various branches of Astrology, he had established himself as an adept and proficient astrologer. Astro Life Sutras provided astrology online courses, consultation with Astrologer Nitin Kashyap and unique Jyotish content in the form of astrology videos, blogs, post and quizzes. If you want to take appointment from Astrologer Nitin Kashyap or want to learn astrology online classes please visit https://www.AstroLifeSutras.com Facebook Page - www.Facebook.com/Astrolifesutras Instagram -   / astronitin   Listen our jyotish podcast (astrology podcast) on https://open.spotify.com/show/3kU1i9e... On Gaana app - https://gaana.com/season/jyotish-in-h...

• शुक्र और बुध की युति क्या फल देती है? • नींद कम आना और ज्योतिष • राशि और नक्षत्र कैसे याद करें • बच्चे की डेलीवेरी की डेट • देश, काल और पात्र की उपयोगिता यह विडिओ नैनीताल मे शूट किया गया है | Astrologer Nitin P.Kashyap इस विडिओ मे बता रहे है की कैसे ज्योतिष मे उपरोक्त बातों को देखा जाता है | Download Now: http://on-app.in/app/home/app/home?or... Join "Astro Life Sutras Classes" and get access to study material, live classes, mock tests, guidance and more. ज्योतिष एक अथाह सागर है जिसमे कई ज्योतिष के नियम छिपे हुए है इस चैनल पर प्रसारित video कुंडली के अलग अलग रहस्यों को उजागर करती है चाहे वह वक्री ग्रह हो, अस्त ग्रह हो, नीच ग्रह का प्रभाव हो, साढ़े साती हो या मांगलिक दोष | इनके पीछे के कारण और उनके निवारण इस चैनल पर मिल जाएंगे| जन्म कुंडली मे मंगल का 12 भावों मे प्रभाव, 12 राशियों को कैसे देखा जाता है, 9 ग्रह किस प्रकार आपकी कुंडली के फलित पर असर डालते है यही सब इस चैनल पर उपलब्ध है| For taking appointment from Astrologer Nitin Kashyap or to learn astrology online please visit https://www.AstroLifeSutras.com #VenusMercury #jyotishshastra #astrologytips #astrologyposts Nitin P.Kashyap is a traditional practitioner of Vedic Sciences. He commands authority on Astrology, Vastu. He received title of Jyotish Vachaspati, Jyotish Kalamani and Jyotish Vid from esteemed institutions of India. He has clients in Australia, Europe, Asia and the American continent. Nitin Kashyap has numerous articles in India Today, The Astrological Magazine, Modern Astrology, Jyotish Manthan and Planetarypositions.com to his credit. He has done radio show with BIGFM 92.7 for annual predictions. He also appeared on Television with Mangalik Dosha, Kalsarpa Dosha, Pitra Dosha topics. Nitin P.Kashyap is taking offline and online classes on different aspects of Astrology.His scientific background and practical approach took him to research and study of Astronomy, Tajika, Prashna Kundali, Jaimini, samudrik, and KP system. Having mastered the various branches of Astrology, he had established himself as an adept and proficient astrologer. Astro Life Sutras provided astrology online courses, consultation with Astrologer Nitin Kashyap and unique Jyotish content in the form of astrology videos, blogs, post and quizzes. If you want to take appointment from Astrologer Nitin Kashyap or want to learn astrology online classes please visit https://www.AstroLifeSutras.com Facebook Page - www.Facebook.com/Astrolifesutras Instagram -   / astronitin   Listen our jyotish podcast (astrology podcast) on https://open.spotify.com/show/3kU1i9e... On Gaana app - https://gaana.com/season/jyotish-in-h...

The word 'Yoga' is derived from the Sanskrit root 'Yuj', meaning 'to unite; 'to join' or 'to yoke'. So yoga means union, but we don't see a lot of uniting going on with trikanasana these days do we?   Have we lost the point of yoga, or have we never found unity to be the point?  As per Yogic scriptures, the authentic practice of Yoga leads to the union of Individual consciousness - The Self, with that of Universal Consciousness - also referred to as God.  The desired outcome is to achieve perfect harmony  between the mind and body, humans and nature, heaven and earth. In other words - it all becomes whole again. And Wholeness is in fact the true meaning of healing - to ‘return to wholeness'.  So, back to the word ‘yoke' and unity. In Hinduism yoga leads to oneness with all that is, non-duality, Self-realisation. Yet, how many of us are really, truly surrendering to the union of Mind, Body and Soul, irrespective of our spiritual or religious leanings.  From what we see at an average yoga class, and there are many, I think perhaps the Soul has been mostly left out of the trilogy. For those cultures and religions devoted to and practicing the true art of yoga, it must be very frustrating to see what's been going on here in the west with this ancient and sacred practice over the past 50 or so years. “Om shanti shanti shanti” are often chanted during yoga classes as a call to peace. In the Buddhist and Hindu traditions, the word “shanti” repeated three times represents peace in body, speech and mind. Here today to help us to find peace in body, speech and mind, by using ancient practices appropriate for most of us today is Brad Hays.  Brad has been a dedicated student and practitioner of Ayurveda, Yoga and Tantra for more than three decades. He has devoted over 4000 hours to formal training in acclaimed institutions and with highly recognised teachers in the US and Australia. His website says his mission and passion lies in imparting the most relevant, powerful, and practical life skills from the ancient Vedic Sciences of Ayurveda, and Tantra Yoga. His niche is making these powerful, ancient, esoteric teachings highly accessible to modern life and real situations.  Brad says these 5000-year-old Vedic Sciences continue to change his life for the better – and intends for us to experience the same.

Ever wondered what global macro trading looks like at the world's most elite hedge funds like Citadel, Balyasny, and Bluecrest?  You might imagine you'd need a tremendous grasp of the markets, an ability to analyze and interpret massive amounts of data & research, and a talent for identifying the optimal vehicles for expressing your views.  Now imagine doing all of this...without being able to SEE.We are joined an incredibly special guest for our one-year podcast anniversary: global macro investor Ashish Goyal.  Over the past 15 years, Ashish has managed portfolios for marquee hedge funds and institutions such as Citadel, BlueCrest, Balyasny, and J.P. Morgan CIO.Ashish has the dual distinctions of not only being the world's first visually impaired graduate of The Wharton School, but also the world's first visually impaired investor-trader on Wall Street.  More importantly, Ashish has been honored with India's highest civilian award for a disabled individual – the National Award for the empowerment of persons with disability by the President of India and has also been recognized as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum.Ashish also serves on the Board of The Inclusion Initiative at the London School of Economics (LSE) in the UK and the Rising Flame in India. In the past, he has served on the Board of the Peek Vision Foundation in the UK, has passionately supported Theatre and Arts, and has represented the winning team in the UK domestic blind cricket tournament at the London Metro Club.Ashish embodies an overflowing spirit of a holistic and balanced life. A practitioner of meditation and a believer in human ingenuity, Ashish continues to support passionate and dedicated charities addressing education, disabilities, human rights, sports, environment, and the Vedic Sciences. He has served as a motivational speaker at various venues – at the London Stock Exchange, at the World Economic Forum in Davos, and at the Sohn Charity Conference to name a few.Follow us on Instagram and Tik Tok at @thewallstreetskinnyhttps://www.instagram.com/thewallstreetskinny/

The desire to help others is baked into human DNA, and the sight of someone suffering often triggers a need to take action.This is one of the reasons our species has been able to thrive.Often, however, our attempts to alleviate the suffering of others don't succeed, not necessarily because of lack of effort or misguided intentions. It's because there's another dynamic at play that can thwart our efforts.In this episode, Thom reminds us that the desire to be helped doesn't come as naturally as the desire to offer help, and that the greatest help we can sometimes give, is to not give help at all.Episode Highlights:[00:45] The Natural Desire to Alleviate the Suffering of Others[02:23] Harmonizing Inner Alignment with External Responses to Change[04:03] Unsought Advice[05:43] How to Help Someone Who Is Suffering[07:27] Perceiving Cues[09:02] The Role of Humility in Seeking HelpUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Welcome to 2024 - Your Year of Purpose! In this episode Dr. Satyavani + Prajna Madhavi talk about setting yourself up to live 2024 with acute focus. They discuss how they will be focusing each quarter on a different aspect of purpose to get you to where you want to be by the end of the year. Q1: Establishing Your Purpose Q2: Building Your Purpose Q3: Manifesting Your Purpose Q4: Living Your Purpose Podcast guests and discussion will be around this topic and how the Vedic Sciences help shape your direction in life on all levels of the self: physical, energetic, mental-emotional, consciousness + spiritual. Buckle Up! It's going to be a great year!

Manifestation has become somewhat of a buzzword in the past 20 years or so. The promise of having your desires met easily and effortlessly is a compelling proposition. So much so that often a disproportionate effort is put into a supposed “process” of manifestation, affirmations, visualizations, and so on, than is put into doing the thing that might be required for the manifestation to occur.Thom sets the record straight in this episode, looking at manifestation through the lens of “charm,” a specific mechanism of desire that we can use as a compass of sorts, but which doesn't leave us at risk of the disappointment of unmet expectations.If you'd like to learn more about the subject of charm, we invite you to take Thom's popular course, The Art of Following Charm. This course will help you to overcome indecisiveness and to understand the nature of your intuition and desires.You can find out more at thomknoles.com/charm. That's thomknoles.com/charmEpisode Highlights:[00:45] Stop Manifesting What You Don't Want[02:31] Desire in the Manifestation Process[04:12] Desire and Fulfillment[06:04] Unified Field of Consciousness and Evolution[08:31] Preferences and Charm[10:15] "I, Me, Mine"[12:14] Manifest that S#!^[14:21] Who is This "I"?[16:17] Charm, Meditation, and Evolution[17:59] The Alchemy of ChangeUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/ Find out more about Thom's upcoming Rounding Retreat in Sedona in May 2024, https://thomknoles.com/sedona

Find out more about Thom's upcoming Rounding Retreat in Sedona in May 2024, https://thomknoles.com/sedonaWhat makes you happy? Most people could come up with a long list of answers to this question. Ironically, it's all the things that make us happy that make us unhappy as well; either because we have them but the happiness wears off, or we find out there's something/someone else that we might like better, or we have them but lose them, or we find that they don't make us as happy as we thought they would…It's a never-ending cycle of whack-a-mole that leaves most people with short periods of happiness, with longer periods of frustration, disappointment, and “wanting” in between.In this episode, Thom offers up an alternative approach to happiness, one that's infinitely more reliable and which allows us to enjoy the delights and variety of life without leaving us at the mercy of external circumstances. Episode Highlights:[00:45] Two Kinds of Happiness[02:43] Man's Ever-changing Happiness in the Upanishad[04:45] Object-referral Happiness[06:59] The Challenge of Being Happy[09:03] Control Freaks of Happiness[10:48] When Happiness Becomes a Obsession[12:46] Self-referral Happiness[15:07] Where Thoughts Come From[17:33] Energy in Thoughts[19:42] Making Sense of Our Thoughts[21:28] Finding Calm Through Vedic Meditation[23:31] The Magic of Repeating Sounds in Meditation[25:57] The Joy of Vedic Meditation[28:03] Going Beyond Ordinary Happiness[30:31] Making Inner Happiness Your Foundation[32:45] Balancing Inner and Outer Happiness[34:53] Liberation from Chasing HappinessUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

There's no end of affirmations, guided meditations, and other positive thinking tools that we can use to master our mindset.But are these necessary? And do they even work?As is often the case, Thom bucks the trend in this episode, giving us cause to think twice about using mind games to keep us on the path to success. He proposes a more elegant approach, one that's aligned with the Vedic worldview and one with a higher likelihood of success.   Episode Highlights:[00:45] "All things are well if our minds be so."[02:36] The Cart in Front of the Horse[03:54] Capability Comes First[05:30] What if? What if? What if?[06:54] Faking it 'Til You Make it[08:13] Releasing Stress via Vedic Meditation[10:42] Freshly Liberated from Stress[12:18] Stolen Truths[13:43] Be the BeUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

One of the traps for the human intellect is to take much of life for granted. Though we have special occasions peppered throughout the year, the days, weeks and months in between often don't have the same shine as the special occasions. Given that ‘normal' days are greater in number, it makes sense for us to consider ways in which we can make gratitude an everyday occurrence.   In this episode, as we approach the Thanksgiving holiday in the USA, Thom invites us to cultivate a daily sense of awe and wonder to turn every day into a special occasion.Episode Highlights:[00:45] Thanksgiving Tradition[02:59] Turn Gratitude into a Daily Habit with Meditation[04:36] Morning Awakening to Gratitude[06:28] Blessings of Our Planet[08:14] Life on Earth: A Journey Worth Celebrating[09:43] Finding Joy in Everyday Moments[11:49] Our Role in Making the World BetterUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

In June 2023, Thom was the guest of honor at a talk in Nowra, South of Sydney in Australia, on the subject, The Simple Science of Happiness.The host of the talk was Barron Hanson, a Nowra local and a Vedic Meditation Initiator (teacher) who has created Be Here Nowra, a community happiness project committed to increasing the number of meditators in the town and researching the benefits arising.This episode is a recording from that event, including a discussion between Thom and Barron, and Q&A with the audience.To find out more about Be Here Nowra you can visit their website at https://www.beherenowra.com/ or on Instagram @beherenowra. Episode Highlights:[06:02] Be Here Nowra: The Birth of a Transformational Idea[08:11] From Sydney to Goulburn: Freedom Behind Bars[09:38] Journey to Nowra: Nature, Art, and Indigenous Wisdom[11:31] Q- What is Happiness?[11:41] The Harmony of Inner Potential and External Demands[12:44] Q-How Does Happiness Affect the Body on a Neurophysiological Level?[12:53] The Ever-Changing Human Body[14:28] Thoughts and Body Chemistry[16:10] Q-How Does Collective Consciousness Relate to Individual Health?[16:30] The Science of Collective Consciousness[18:33] Impact of Meditation on the Collective Consciousness[20:46] Q-What Changes Can We Expect If 1% of a Population Start Meditating?[21:14] Measuring the Impact: Crime Rates and Meditation[22:51] More People Meditating, How Bad Can That Be?[24:21] Q-What Role Family and Community Play in Happiness?[25:23] The Tribal Roots of Human Social Behavior[26:50] Shared Experience: How We Define Our Sense of Self and Others[28:22] Q-How Can Parents Be Happy When Their Children Are Sad?[28:42] An Ideal Parent[30:10] Meditation in Parenthood[31:53] What Truly Makes a Family[33:20] Q- What Role Does Sadness Play in Happiness?[33:39] Contrast[35:45] Q- What Are the Two Types of Happiness?[36:00] Object Referral Happiness: When Events Define Emotions[37:23] Baseline Happiness: Finding Inner Certainty[39:05] Embrace Baseline Inner Contentedness: The Foundation for Happiness[39:56] Q-How Does Meditation Give Us Baseline Happiness?[40:01] Meditation and the Exploration of Mind's Bubbles[41:47] Awakening Baseline Happiness through Meditation[43:57] Q- Why Doesn't Everyone Choose Happiness If It's So Simple?[44:04] The Discoveries From Tooth Brushing to Meditation[45:26] Meditation as Hygiene: Cleansing the Stress of Everyday Life[47:15] Maharishi's Wisdom: It's Not About Happiness, It's About Normalcy[47:57] Q-Are Modern City Dwellers More Stressed Than People from 200 Years Ago?[48:12] Stress in the Modern World: Is It Really on the Rise?[50:14] Q-What Role Social Media Is Playing in the Current Global Happiness?[50:23] The Reality of Social Media[52:30] Q-What Role Does Love Play in Our Happiness?[53:03] Stress and Missed Opportunities for Love[54:26] The Link Between Love and Happiness[56:09] Q-How to Build a Meditation-Focused Community?[56:33] Community Meditation: A Worthwhile Experiment[57:51] Q - Why Vedic Meditation Over Other Techniques or Apps?[58:04] It's Effortless[01:01:16] Q - Does the Number of Thoughts Decrease with Baseline Happiness?[01:03:59] Q - Can Growth Overshadow the Objective?[01:05:07] Knowing When Enough is Enough[01:08:39] Q - How Can Vedic Meditation Help Us Discern Truth?[01:09:19] Reducing Suggestibility[01:12:12] Q - How Can Vedic Meditation Shift Repetitive Thought Patterns?[01:12:32] Removing the Stress[01:17:17] Q - Can Happiness and High Consciousness Coexist?[01:17:26] Everything's Dying[01:20:37] Q - How Can We Support Young People?[01:21:12] What's Your True Identity?[01:24:40] Jai Guru DevaUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

This special episode of The Vedic Worldview is a preview episode of Thom's newly released course, Awakening Abundance.Though the wisdom has been around for millenia, the Vedic perspective on abundance will be fresh to most listeners. It bucks the trendy solutions of “wealth mindset,” “law of attraction,” “accumulation” and “leverage” and offers up a simpler, more fundamental approach to the subject. It's an approach that's within reach for all listeners.Thom's course includes over six hours of lectures and Q&A sessions, recorded in front of a live audience.You can register for Awakening Abundance at https://thomknoles.com/abundance-course/.If you register before November 18, 2023, you will also be able to participate in an additional live online Q&A session with Thom, where you may even have your own question answered.Enjoy the preview. Episode Highlights:[01:08] Abundance = Knowledge[03:50] What Are You?[05:27] The Unified Field Behaves in a Particular Way[07:43] Abundance - Everything You Want, When You Want It[10:37] We Start Hoarding[12:32] The Delusion of What You Are[13:29] The Most Abundant Man I Ever Met[15:42] Abundance is Self SufficiencyUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Anyone who has attended hatha yoga classes outside of India at some time has probably been invited by the teacher to begin or end the class with a group chant of the sound of Om. Or maybe they've experimented with the use of Om in a meditation practice.It can sound and feel beautiful, and when we hear it chanted by a group of monks it can have a deeply resonant effect on the body and the mind.But what most people don't realize is that the sound of Om has a very specific intention, and it's not an intention that most of us would want for ourselves.In this episode, Thom gives us reason to be more discriminate when it comes to making the sound of Om, as well as offering up a loophole, so to speak, that allows us to reference it without making the sound.  Episode Highlights:[00:45] What Is Om and Why Is It Important?[03:00] Pranava: The Secret Behind Om[05:16] Omkara: The Spiritual Layer of Om[08:05] Om and Its Impact on Daily Life[10:05] The Influence of Om[12:15] Financial Detachment and Om Chanting[14:03] Replacing Om with Shri[16:02] Strategic vs. Tactical Use of Om[17:45] Why We Don't Use Om as a Mantra in Vedic MeditationUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Radhika Vekaria's personal and artistic endeavours are a tribute to her namesake — also known as Radha — the Vedic goddess of unconditional love and devotion, and Lord Krishna's greatest devotee. Her Indian, East African, and British roots have found full expression in her music as has the influence of the free-spirited women in her life, her mother and her two grandmothers, and her father, whose passion for classical and devotional Indian music stirred Radhika from infancy. In the present day, as an award winning multi-instrumental sensory artist, Radhika Vekaria channels healing for the future while pulling from traditions of the past.   UK born, with ancestry through East Africa, Radhika's music falls between world music and textural soundscapes. Pushing boundaries of how ancient sacred music can be experienced and perceived, Radhika pulls audiences into a space where heart and mind conjoin.   Discovering purpose through art, Radhika brings a wealth of live performance to consciousness based music. After gracing stages in Europe with UK and world music artists and singing lead in the hit stage spectacular INDIA INDIA in Germany, she now resides in the United States. Her collaborations with LA based Grammy nominated producer George Landress (No Doubt, Snuffy Walden), Radhika's music are a powerful ode to her Indian roots, featuring ancient Sanskrit mantras, philosophies and storytelling enhanced by striking sound textures from lands touched by her ancestry. Radhika's album ‘SAPTA: The Seven Ways' established her as an innovative sacred music artist. In 2021 Radhika's sessions on the breakthrough audio app Clubhouse attracted over 100,000 listeners. She was then invited as a special guest performer for Roger Love's (America's no. 1 voice coach) Voice of Success conference. In 2022, Radhika became the first mantra artist at SXSW as well as performing the opening ceremony for the Gala for the International Center of Missing and Exploited Children (ICMEC) in New York - a global charity saving young children from danger and human trafficking. World renowned artist Jeff Koons featured Radhika's voice alongside those of Rihanna, Sir Paul McCartney and David Bowie for his recent 4 month groundbreaking exhibition 'Apollo' in Greece, with an exploration of the ancient world meeting the new.   Radhika has regularly supported organizations like Yoga Gives Back, All Love Kirtan UK, and Art of Living Global events. She has also performed for the likes of His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, and Deepak Chopra - singing and speaking passionately about the healing and transformational power of mantra to bring this ancient practice from the Vedic Sciences and its philosophies to new audiences everywhere. Radhika is the chosen voice of Chopra Yoga TT program 2023.   More info: YT:  @RadhikaVekaria  IG: @radhikavekaria_ Official Website: Rashikavekaria.com   ----------- ABOUT YOUR HOST: Porter Singer is music-maker, podcaster and emotional guide.  More info: https://portersinger.com/ ------------- MUSIC CREDITS:   INTRO: "Don't Worry, Be Happy (Instrumental)" by Porter Singer and Songs of Eden; OUTRO: "If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out (Instrumental) by Porter Singer and Songs of Eden   ------------ COMPANIES WE LOVE   EARTH BREEZE LAUNDRY SHEETS ~ These Earth-friendly dehydrated laundry sheets will leave your clothes super clean, without the waste of bulky plastic containers. The referral money we get from YOU clicking on that link and ordering will help sustain this podcast AND help care for our beautiful Earth. Thank you in advance! Click to purchase: https://www.earthbreeze.com/?rfsn=6157640.8b8358   SAGE MOON:  I highly recommend their "Inner Child and Beyond" deck. If you've been wanting to heal your relationship, with, well, everything and everyone, I cannot speak highly enough of this deck, with its beautiful imagery and wise soothing prompts. And... I have written songs for the first 10 cards of this deck. https://sagemoon.com/?rfsn=1754610.9fe2b6   BANDZOOGLE WEBSITES ~ We have been using this website provider since the early 2000s. It is so easy to use and customize, and super efficient for selling your music and/or services. Best of all, it's super affordable! More info on Bandzoogle: https://bandzoogle.com/?memref=rd890    If you'd like to leave us a tip--wow, really?!--you can do so by visiting the following sites/apps.   @portersinger on Venmo @SirgunKaurK on PayPal

Spiritual seekers can often be found experimenting with different techniques to “open their third eye” in the hope that it will give them insights they might not otherwise have, or at least to tick a box on their evolutionary progress score sheet.In fact the reference to it as a third eye can often lead people down the path of mood making, where they think they are literally seeing things with their third eye rather than imagining them.In this episode, Thom clarifies just what type of insights one might get from the third eye, and the factors that allow these insights to happen. It's a down-to-earth explanation that reinforces the need to have a technique that reliably releases stress from the body.Episode Highlights:[00:45] The Third Eye - The Eye of Wisdom[03:12] Symbolism of the Third Eye[05:26] Soma[07:55] The Vedic View of Consciousness[10:06] The Flow of Consciousness: Soma [12:40] Stress Reduction and Soma Generation[15:03] Enhancing Awareness Through Soma Flow[17:08] Transformation Through Vedic Meditation and Soma[19:07] The Third Eye's Role in Expanding ConsciousnessUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

If we look at the origin of the word “problem,” we see that it originally meant to “throw forward” for discussion. In mathematics, problem is still used in the same context, in that we find a solution to an equation, with the equation being the problem.In day-to-day life, though, problems are more than just propositions; they are actual issues that need to be solved rather than just propositions to ponder.Or are they? In this episode, Thom “throws forward” a new proposition for us to ponder, one that can practically and logically allow our problems to go away…Episode Highlights:[00:45] The Solution to All Problems[02:57] Problem Solving[05:32] Solutions in Less Excited States[07:31] Darkness Is Beautiful[09:33] Problem Is Actually a Consciousness State[11:48] Archimedes and Problem Resolution[14:06] See Obstacles as Opportunities[16:16] Evolution of Solutions[18:17] There's a Problem[20:24] There's No Problem[22:28] The Pathway to Solution[24:33] Get Knowledge of the Knower[26:39] Practice Vedic Meditation and Reveal Inner Knowledge[29:02] From Problem Consciousness to Solution ConsciousnessUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

One of the features of modern life that sets us apart from our ancestors is our focus on the shape, form and function of our bodies, or “looking good,” so to speak. Though many of us give little thought to the subject, some are obsessed with how we present ourselves physically, and most of us are somewhere in between. It would be fair to say, though, that we're probably much more “body-centric” than our grandparents or earlier generations were. So is such behavior evolutionary or does it slow us down and keep us at the superficial level of life?In this episode, a listener poses a question to Thom about the compatibility of body-based goals with our evolution, and whether they hold us back or not. As is often the case, Thom makes the distinction between cause and effect, and gives us clear instructions on where to focus our efforts. Episode Highlights:[00:58] What's Beyond the Body?[02:46] Overcoming Odds for Enlightenment: Ashtavakra and Helen Keller[04:11] Magnificent Creatures[07:00] Tat Wale Baba[08:18] Jata[10:00] Consciousness Shapes Appearance[12:18] Aligning with the Laws of Nature[14:01] Know Your Body[16:01] Perfecting Health with AyurvedaUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

All of us are familiar with the feeling of being stressed, or the results of accumulating stress in the body, but, how many of us actually know the mechanics of this process?We know we can feel frustrated, annoyed, angry, fearful, sad, anxious, and so on, but where do these feelings come from, and why do we all react differently to them?Thom takes a deep dive into the subject today, looking at the mechanics of stress, how we feel it, where it goes, what happens when we have too much of it, and, most importantly, what we can do to remove it.Episode Highlights:[00:45] The Nature of Stress[02:39] Adaptation Energy[05:33] Depeleting the Adaptation Energy Account[07:34] Stress Response: Fight or Flight[10:08] Effects of Stress on Skin[11:48] Hydration and Stress[13:20] Digestive System and Stress Effects[14:43] Tunnel Vision[16:23] Dramatic Reactions[17:30] The Memory of Stress Reactions[19:55] Universality of Stress Reactivity[21:39] Accumulation of Stress Memories[23:24] Stored Stress and Faded Memories[24:51] The Meditator's Advantage: Stay/Play Response[27:03] The Silence of Bliss[29:13] Body's Adaptation to the Mind[31:34] Past Stress and Present Beingness[33:44] Un-Stressing and Detoxification through Meditation[36:01] Dissolving Stress During Vedic Meditation[38:04] The Impact of Regular Vedic Meditation[40:46] Factors Affecting the Dissolution of Stress[42:45] Rounding in Vedic Meditation Retreats[45:34] Getting Stressed Is Not Bad, But Staying Stressed Is[47:37] Turiya - The Fourth State of Consciousness[49:42] Systematic Accumulation of Stress in Today's WorldUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

It's Q&A time once again. In this episode Thom helps out a listener who doesn't know why it might be important for her spouse to learn Vedic Meditation. Thom includes the possibility that it might in fact not be important for him to learnHe discusses the distinction between apathy and non-attachment, and the very simple yet distinct indicator that tells us which we might be experiencing. And he considers a hypothetical scenario where all of humanity becomes enlightened. More specifically, he discusses where the supply of souls seeking enlightenment comes from. Needless to say, we won't be running out of souls any time soon…Episode Highlights:[00:45] Virtuous Behavior[03:30] Dynamic Nature of Ethical Principles[04:49] Awakening Consciousness Through Meditation[07:01] Living Dharma: Aligning with Intentionality[09:31] Reinterpreting Dharma: Beyond Roles and Professions[11:14] Journey of Self-Discovery: From Virtues to DharmaUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Our beliefs play a fundamental role in how we engage in life. What we learn in our early years becomes our guide as to the actions that we choose to take or not take in our lives.For the most part these beliefs serve us well. They help us to live in harmony with our surroundings and our community, but are there points where we must set aside our beliefs for the higher good?Most of us find ourselves from time to time, much like Arjuna on the battlefield with Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita, in situations where our “duty” is at odds with our beliefs.In this episode, Thom lays out a plan of action not too dissimilar from Krishna's response to Arjuna, a plan that we can all put into practice easily on the battlefield of life.Episode Highlights:[00:45] Virtuous Behavior[03:30] Dynamic Nature of Ethical Principles[04:49] Awakening Consciousness Through Meditation[07:01] Living Dharma: Aligning with Intentionality[09:31] Reinterpreting Dharma: Beyond Roles and Professions[11:14] Journey of Self-Discovery: From Virtues to DharmaUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Synchronicity has become a buzzword in the past 20 years. The notion that things can go your way and everything becomes seemingly effortless is considered a sign of evolutionary progress. Some might even say it's a form of spiritual favoritism.But is evolution necessarily easy? In particular, does charm always lead us down an easy path?Thom gives us a short discourse on the matter, inviting us to enjoy the ride that we sometimes find ourselves on when Vedic Meditators follow charm.Episode Highlights:[00:45] The Path of Least Resistance[04:25] Unsustainable Formulae[06:05] A Higher Level of Function[08:15] Embracing the Sensations of Change[11:13] The Sensations of Evolution[12:37] The Art of Following CharmUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Why do we have dreams and what do they mean?Some schools of thought attempt to attribute specific meanings and interpretations of dreams, but the Vedic stance is somewhat different. The Vedic worldview recognizes seven different states of consciousness, including dreaming, but as Thom explains in this episode, not all dreams are dreams, and none of them require interpretation…Episode Highlights:[00:45] What Does My Dream Mean?[02:18] One More Possibility Gone[03:57] The Illusion of Dream Duration[05:53] Dreams and Rapid Eye Movement (REM)[07:23] Dreaming in the Waking State[08:52] Dreams as Expressions of Stress Release[10:39] Sigmund Freud's Dream Theory[12:20] Brain's Storytelling Mechanism in Dreams[13:52] A Story Unfolds[15:15] Let It Go[17:03] Release of Stress[18:41] Exploring Turiya: Beyond the Three Relative States[20:40] Lucid Dreaming to Transcendent Experiences[22:53] Nature Does Not Speak in CodeUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Devotion is often heralded as a path to enlightenment, but what does that mean? To whom or to what should we be devoted to?Thom presents the Vedic position on devotion in this episode, teaching us that devotion is an effect rather than a cause, an outcome rather than an action.It's a compelling case that gives us full control over our ability to experience devotion and the rich rewards that come with it.Episode Highlights:[00:45] The First Element of Devotion[02:50] The Significance of Personalized Mantras[05:01] The Proposition of Learning[06:39] Another Extraordinary Thing[08:02] Commitment to Regular Practice of Vedic Meditation[09:20] How Did You Live Without It?[10:45] Devotion & Dedication[12:55] Deva-Ocean[14:47] A Supreme Form of Love[16:58] Falling in Love with Our Self[18:54] Unity Points and Recognition of Self[20:23] Transition from Love to Devotion[22:47] Mood-Making is Not Recommended[24:12] Dedicated Practice and the Emergence of Devotion[26:16] Devotion as a Natural State of ConsciousnessUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/ If you'd like to join Thom at the upcoming Retreat in India, January 8-18, 2024, please visit https://thomknoles.com/india-retreat for details. Early bird rates end on August 4th (though we expect to be fully booked by that time so please register now if you are interested).

Few countries match India for its vast variety of people, cultures, languages, and of course, styles of cuisine.While most of us appreciate different aspects of this vast and colorful nation, few of us have a worthy appreciation of the role India has played in shaping civilizations outside of India. Many languages have an ancestral relationship with Sanskrit, the original spoken language of India. Vedic astrologers were centuries ahead of their European counterparts when it came to understanding the movement of celestial objects. India played a pivotal role in shaping the way we use numbers, being among the first (if not the first) to introduce zero as a number. And many modern myths and legends can be traced back to Vedic literature.While it would take multiple series of documentaries to celebrate the ancient Indian influence on modern life, in this episode Thom celebrates the most crucial contribution India has made, and preserved, over the centuries. It's an influence that continues to play a crucial role today, and will do so for millenia to come.If you'd like to experience India first hand with Thom, he invites you to join him on his annual retreat, held in January each year. Visit https://thomknoles.com/india for more information.Episode Highlights:[00:45] Untouched for Millenia[03:00] The Pioneers of Neolithic Living[04:38] The Art of Questioning Consciousness[06:49] The Discovery of Turiya: Fourth State of Consciousness[08:59] The Veda and Vedic Civilization[11:27] The Expansion of Consciousness States[13:45] India's Resilience Against Invasions[16:00] Global Hub for Consciousness ExplorationUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/ If you'd like to join Thom at the upcoming Retreat in India, January 8-18, 2024, please visit https://thomknoles.com/india-retreat for details. Early bird rates end on August 4th (though we expect to be fully booked by that time so please register now if you are interested).

There's no shortage of self judgments we can make that don't make us feel good, and self sabotage is up there with the best.It provides a talking point for countless therapy sessions, and gives us plenty of ammunition for those moments when we're trying to rationalize our actions.So what is self sabotage and why do we do it? The good news is that, like all things, it has an evolutionary function.Thom explains in more detail in this episode, releasing us from the need to explain ourselves in the process.Episode Highlights:[03:32] Mood Changes[05:03] Breaking Free from the Habit of Constant Mental Activity[07:08] The Endless Quest for Something Better  [09:16] Dreams as Stress Release[11:02] Dreams and Realities[12:48] Dreaming Within Dreams[14:29] The Relationship Between Consciousness and Suffering[16:11] It's All Part of a Learning Curve[18:40] The Interplay Between Capability and Suffering[20:41] Pursuing Happiness Amidst Discomfort[22:35] Thoughts and Bodily Functions[24:49] The Deep Inner Workings of the Human Mind[26:28] Enjoyable Crying Episodes[28:58] You're Going to Be So Happy from Your Sadness[30:26] Attaining Satisfactory Sadness[31:54] Embrace Vedic Meditation to Seek Happiness[33:55] The Suffering Experiment[35:27] Don't-do-it Lectures Don't Work[37:17] Feeling Good All the Time[38:51] Letting Go of Suffering[40:24] All That Is[42:25] Breaking the Cycle of Self-Sabotage[44:21] Expose Yourself to a Deeper UnderstandingUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.comhttps://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/ 

War is a 24/7 business, and none of us have lived through a time when there isn't war raging in some part of the world, whether it be a full-blown international conflict, or a localized civil war.So the idea of world peace might seem like a pipe dream, something over which we have no control. In this episode, Thom reminds us of the magnitude of the problem, and educates us on the magnitude of the solution. It turns out that the solution is actually more simple than we might think, and that our contribution to the solution is more significant than we might realize…Episode Highlights:[03:34] The Endless Cycle of War: From the Past to the Present[05:52] Individual Peace is the Basis of World Peace[07:31] The Evolution of Industrial Killing[09:23] Stalemate[11:36] The Nightmare of Another World War[13:46] The Paradox of Democracy and Nuclear Weapons[15:32] Finding Happiness Beyond Money[17:23] The Limits of Material Wealth in Achieving Happiness[18:58] This Elusive Thing Called Happiness[20:56] Exploring the Relationship Between Thought and Energy[22:54] Ananda: Finding Happiness Through Our Inner Being[25:12] Path to Inner Peace[27:25] Feel Happy from Inside Yourself[29:33] The Power of Inner Happiness[31:29] Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's Vision for Global Peace[33:35] The Power of One Percent[35:36] It's Just a Matter of Time[37:16] Our Contribution to World PeaceUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.comhttps://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

“Readings” of the Akashic record have become popular in recent years. In our quest to understand the mysteries behind who we are, how we got here, and why this, that or the other thing happened, the promise of the Akashic record is compelling.But what exactly is the Akashic record? Can you actually access it? And, if so, how? Thom explains the true meaning of the Akashic record in this episode, which reflects the wisdom of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's famous quote, “Knowledge is structured in consciousness.” It's a reminder that no matter what tools we call upon, the only limitation to our access to knowledge that's relevant for us to have, is our state of consciousness.Episode Highlights:[03:11] Mastering Sanskrit Pronunciation[06:17] Maha Bhuta: The Five Great Elements[09:18] Chit and Consciousness[12:29] Reverse Engineering The Universe: Understanding the Beginning of Time[14:35] Akashic Record Holds the Secrets of The Universe[17:29] The Two Truths: Temporal and Transcendent[19:54] The Unchanging and Ever-Changing Nature of Truth[22:32] Unlocking Hidden Truths with Vedic MeditationUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.comhttps://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

A lot of weight is put on the notion of having “trust” in our choices. And while many of us do so, we might find ourselves analyzing the results of our choices and debating whether the trust was warranted or not. The Vedic worldview has a different perspective on this, and finds trust to be an unreliable companion. In fact it's the need for trust that leads to the need for it to be evaluated. The Vedic position is reminiscent of the lesson delivered from Krishna to Arjuna on the battlefield in the Bhagavad Gita, “Established in Being, perform action.”Thom explains in this episode, the distinction between trust and charm. Charm being the tool available to Vedic meditators, that provides the impulse to take action without the need for trust, or even the need to analyze the results after the fact.It's a subtle but essential distinction for those interested in accelerating their evolution. And if you'd like to reduce your dependence on trust and dig a little deeper into the subject, Thom's course, The Art of Following Charm is a perfect next step.Episode Highlights:[02:45] The Distinction Between Trust and Knowledge[04:49] How to Gain Knowledge and Transcend Trust[06:26] The Laws of Nature are Changing All the Time[08:30] From Aversion to Charm: The Role of Vedic Meditation in Shifting Perspectives[10:18] The Power of Charm in Making Choices[12:17] The Most Reliable Indicator of What is Evolutionary[14:06] Lack of Charm for a Full Moon Party[15:19] Do I Need to Know Why?Useful Linksinfo@thomknoles.comhttps://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

In a recent episode, Thom explored the subject of where suicidal thoughts come from. And while this might help us understand the origins of suicidal thoughts, it doesn't explain the evolutionary role that suicide plays.Thom takes us deeper in this episode and delivers a comforting perspective, which doesn't condone suicide as such but explains how it is at least evolutionary. Importantly, he explains that while it may be evolutionary, there are even more evolutionary alternatives available. This is a must-listen episode for anyone affected by, or harboring suicidal thoughts. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts or are experiencing a mental health crisis:In the United States: Dial the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention hotline at 988 or go to SuicidePreventionLifeline.orgIn Australia: Dial 13 11 14 or go to https://www.lifeline.org.au/In all other countries, visit this page for your local prevention hotline: https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ Episode Highlights:[00:45] Q - What is the Evolutionary Function of Suicide?[00:57] A - An Extreme Form of Self Destruction[02:35] Going Beyond the One Body Mentality[03:59] Risky Behavior[05:43] Imbibing[07:34] Long, Slow Suicide[08:54] There's No Escape[10:45] What's Causing the Suffering?[12:39] Life Without Suffering[14:48] Sensing What Nature is Up To[17:13] Self Knowledge[18:50] Radiating Life for All to Enjoy[20:57] What is Our Contribution?[22:46] A Lighthouse in the Darkness of Ignorance Useful Linksinfo@thomknoles.comhttps://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

When we think of India, many people question the fairness of the so-called caste system, which, on the face of it, appears to divide the population into different classes, based on the family one is born into. This perception appears to limit the opportunities people have in their lifetime, and some even think that being born into a “lower” caste can be a result of so-called “bad karma.”In this episode, Thom sets the record straight, describing the actual structure and function of the caste system, and how it came to be distorted to the point that it effectively became a class system. He includes a beautiful example from the Tradition of Masters that have been the custodians of Vedic Meditation over the centuries, of one particular Master who flexed his caste to be even more fully of service than he already was.Episode Highlights:[00:45] The Caste System in India[02:14] The Four Castes or Varnas[04:40] The Caste System: A British Creation[06:47] Four within Four[09:02] Adi Shankara: The Brahmin Who Considered Himself a Shudra[11:04] Gandhi's Legacy in Abolishing the Caste System[13:15] The True Vedic CivilizationUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.comhttps://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

In the recent episode about punya and deserving power, Thom clarified that good fortune is a result of expanding our consciousness, rather than a reward for good behavior.This still leaves the question open though, about why “bad things” happen to “good people.”In this episode, Thom closes the loop on the question, and invites us to reconsider our definition of “bad things” and to see the role that they play in our evolution.Episode Highlights:[00:45] Heroes and Villains[02:27] The Essence of Heroism[04:28] The Riverine Life: Flowing Forward Through Challenges[06:20] Bad Things Lead to Progress[08:29] Moving Beyond "Bad Things"[10:17] The Role of Struggles in Our Evolution[11:35] The Intriguing Nature of Life's Obstacles[13:48] The Illusion of Good and Bad in Evolution[15:54] Lotus Flower – From Mud to MagnificenceUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.comhttps://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Good fortune is often seen as some kind of cosmic reward for good behavior. “If I do good things, then good things will happen to me.” This has actually evolved as a misunderstanding of the concept of karma.Rather than being a reward, the Vedic position on good fortune is that it is actually a result. More specifically, it's a result of enhanced consciousness, brought about by the removal of stresses that prevent us from seeing the most evolutionary opportunities available to us.Thom explains this in more detail in this episode, in which he clarifies the meaning of punya, or deserving power, and he explains the path to maximizing your punya.Episode Highlights:[00:45] What is Deserving Power?[02:38] How Our State of Consciousness Shapes Reality[04:49] Who Am I Really?[06:37] The Power of Pure Consciousness: Embracing the Unmanifest[08:32] Transcendence and Truth: The Key to Understanding Self[10:30] Punya: Finding Your True Self[12:25] How to Get 90% Punya[14:27] Authenticity in the Age of Social Media[16:12] Low Punya & High Punya[17:57] The Young Man Who Knew It All[19:45] "I Don't Care About My Body."[21:22] Non-Negotiable Strategy of Vedic Meditation[23:29] The Oceanic Consciousness: Adopting the River of Life[25:37] Embracing Totality: The Journey to Cosmic Consciousness[27:39] 100% Punya: The Key to Living a Life of FullnessUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.comhttps://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi said on more than one occasion that free will was God's greatest gift to mankind. And while that may well be, we have to ask ourselves whether we actually make the most of this gift. In this episode, Thom takes us to a pivotal moment in The Mahabharata, when Yudhishthira, the offspring of Dharma, and Arjuna's older brother, puts his wisdom to the test to restore the lives of his brothers.Like much of The Mahabharata, and most Vedic literature, it makes a sobering point about how we can take more responsibility for our own evolution, and bring and end to the cycle of life and death.Episode Highlights:[00:45] Sequence in the Form of Storyline[03:18] Mahabharata: The Story of India's Royal Family[05:06] Exile of the Pandava Brothers and Draupadi[07:30] Nakula and The Crane[09:24] A Genetic Advantage[11:44] Hurtling Towards Death[13:39] A Pivotal Point[14:56] The Most Valuable Asset[17:36] The Ultimate Vedic Teaching[20:03] This is What I Am[21:57] We Form an Opinion of Ourselves[23:57] I Am Also This[25:51] I Am a Human Being, Not Just a Human Doing.[27:30] Longevity is a Fatal Condition[29:57] Make Great Priorities in Life[31:48] Living in Heaven-on-Earth StatusUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.comhttps://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Family relationships aren't usually simple or straight forward.This is a matter of design, because our karmic blueprint brings us into family situations where we can play out the dramas necessary for our evolution.In this episode, Thom answers questions from listeners about the dynamics of family relationships during times of difficulty. He discusses how to cope with family relationships that have broken down, and how to show adult children how they can make the most of their world, even when outer circumstances appear tough.Episode Highlights:[00:45] Q - How Can I Find Peace of Mind After My Adult Son Has Abandoned Me as His Mother?[00:50] A - A Wry Sense of Humor[02:54] Accepting the Reality of Your Child's Consciousness State[04:36] Expanding Your Sense of Self After Abandonment[06:22] The Transcendent Influence of a Conscious Mother[08:14] Q - How to with Emotionally Abusive Family Members?[08:28] A - Guru Deva's Message — You Deserve the Best[10:22] Soma — How Our Responses Feed Bad Behavior[12:33] Dealing with Soma Bandits in Relationships[14:43] Good Behavior Gets Soma[15:39] Not Available for a Hold-up[17:09] Q - How Can I Communicate with Discouraged Adult Children?[17:32] A - The Uncertainty Principle[19:29] Creative Intelligence Always Finds Employment[21:52] Be the Guru[22:45] An End to All UncertaintyUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.comhttps://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

By the time 2023 comes to a close, there's a very good chance that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be a front runner for the Word of the Year. Since the release of ChatGPT late last year, the use and development of AI tools for day-to-day purposes has exploded.People are coming up with creative ways of using AI to take on some of their regular tasks, and often even to take on their creative workload. There's no doubt that AI is a boon to humanity and that it comes with great benefits, but is there any downside to having a tool as powerful as this? Is there a chance that we're one step closer to the reality that so many ‘science fiction' movies and books have described, where the robots take over?Of course we'll have Thom's views on the subject in this episode, and in fairness to AI, we also gave it a chance to participate, and posed the question to ChatGPT, What would Thom Knoles say about AI and Singularity?Read the answer below and listen to Thom's view on the matter on the podcast, then you can be the judge as to how accurate the answer was…Question: Good morning. What would Thom Knole's say about AI and Singularity?Answer: Thom Knoles is a Vedic meditation teacher and I cannot say for certain what his views on Al and Singularity are. However, generally speaking, the Vedic tradition emphasizes the importance of human consciousness and inner development. In this tradition, the ultimate goal of human life is to realize one's true nature and attain a state of enlightenment.Regarding Al and Singularity, some Vedic teachings may suggest that while technological advancements can be useful, they cannot replace the importance of human consciousness and spiritual evolution. It may be said that Al, no matter how advanced, lacks consciousness and self-awareness, which are essential components of human life.However, without specific information on Thom Knoles' personal views on the subject, I cannot give a more specific answer.Episode Highlights:[00:45] What Would Thom Knoles Say About AI and Singularity?[03:04] AI Singularity[05:08] Is-ness to Am-ness to I-ness to My-ness[07:49] The Breaking of Symmetry[10:14] The Evolution of Technology: From Fire to AI[12:03] Cascades of Technologies and Capabilities[14:12] The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Technology[15:56] The Abuse of Technology[17:55] A Little Knowledge is a Dangerous Thing[20:11] Is Technology Bad?[22:11] The Mirage of Fulfilling Life[24:29] Finding Fulfillment in the Bliss Layer[26:17] Awaken the Full Potential of Consciousness[28:47] The Larval Stages of AI: What Lies Ahead?[30:32] Fire 3.0[33:10] Y2K and AI: False Alarms or Real Threats?[35:34] Is AI a Potential Danger or a Tool for Enlightenment?[37:50] Interacting Effectively with the Demands of the World?[39:34] The Potential for HumanityUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.comhttps://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Few things stir up fear quite like the economy does. Though few of us could even accurately define what “the economy” actually is, talk of a tough economy is enough to cause most people worry.Whether it be mortgage increases, rising inflation, falling stock prices, or looming recessions, as soon as the financial experts start talking down the economy, large parts of the population start seeing problems with their own situation that they don't understand, let alone know how to solve. Given the infinite variety of economic situations that each of us face, coming up with universal tactics that we could all apply is an impossible task. But while there may not be a viable universal tactical approach that we could all take, there is a viable universal strategic approach that we can take.In fact it's so universal, that it isn't just applicable to economic situations, and can apply to any problem or challenge that comes our way…Episode Highlights:[00:45] Tough Economic Features[02:25] Contributing Factors[04:13] Problem is a Consciousness State[05:46] The Impact of Consciousness on Coping with Economic Hardship[07:31] Overloading the Brain[09:07] Fight-Flight Reactivity[10:46] Stress Accumulation vs Deep Restfulness[12:56] Unleash Your Brain's Potential with Vedic Meditation[16:57] Accurate Expectations via Vedic Meditation[18:52] "Where's the Money Going to Come From?"[20:27] Opulence at $5 a Day[21:31] Sleeping on the Couch in the Presidential Suite[22:53] A Fully Awakened Brain[24:12] How to Deal with Problems[25:41] Welcome to the Solution to All ProblemsUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/info@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

If we look at the origin of the word habit, it comes from Latin, meaning have, or consist of. Hence the once common saying, Habits maketh man.So if our habits essentially define, in a sense, who we are, then it makes sense for us to adopt habits that are more evolutionary in nature than others.This episode is a sneak preview of what to expect from Thom's new course, Evolutionary Habits. It goes beyond the common approach of simply using discipline and willpower to force change, and inspires a fundamental shift in how we think of ourselves, thus inspiring change elegantly, rather than forcing it upon ourselves from a sense of lack or inadequacy. Episode  Highlights:[00:45] Who Am I? What Am I?[02:43] Your Habits Shape Your Reality[04:53] The Big Bang[07:17] Evolution is Inexorable[09:15] This Entity I Call Myself[11:09] You Can't Step Into the Same Body Twice[12:47] Your Thoughts Shape Your Physical Self[14:36] The Fundamental Aspect of Habituation[16:02] A Very Positive Change[17:22] The Habit of Identifying Oneself CorrectlyUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

One of the most commonly misunderstood Sanskrit terms is the word Maya. It's frequently referred to as “illusion” and is sometimes used to describe “reality” as being unimportant or insignificant. Often when it's used in spiritual circles, it's an attempt to imply that one has a sense of detachment, “It's just Maya, an illusion. Nothing to take too seriously…”But like many Sanskrit words, its meaning cannot really be found in a single English word. Equally, the importance of Maya means putting the word “just” in front of it, doesn't do it justice. Maya is neither unimportant, nor insignificant.Listen in and allow Thom to set the record straight, and give Maya the mystery and significance she deserves.Episode Highlights:[00:45] A Poorly Understood Concept[03:16] Appearance[05:30] Appearance Requires Some Action[07:33] Brahman in Action[10:38] Brahman as ParaUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Thom gave us plenty of reading in his recent episode covering his favorite Vedic literature. In this episode, he closes the loop and shares some of his favorite non-Vedic literature. Not surprisingly, most of it is non-fiction and explores the ways in which the Universe, and we humans work. Thom also includes a fictional piece which is very much aligned with the Vedic worldview of consciousness being everywhere and in everything.As Thom says in the podcast, “...even if you are a fast reader, you'll probably spend the better part of the year trying to get through some of this stuff.”Episode Highlights:[00:45] Recommended Reading[01:38] The Overstory[03:14] Non-fiction Books by Paul Davies[06:23] Davies' Exploration of the Perfect Conditions[08:03] Come to Your Own Conclusion[09:41] Professor John Gribben's Thesis[10:45] Professor Brian Josephson's Works[12:31] Books on Neuroscience - Norman Doidge[14:27] Sapiens - Yuval Noah HarariUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

The notion of karma raises a lot of questions, often because the concept is totally misunderstood. It's most commonly seen as a cosmic form of reward and punishment, but nothing could be further from the truth.It is certainly a tool for course correction, but it doesn't come with any of the judgment that is attributed to it. In this episode, Thom addresses listener questions, tackling issues such as instant karma vs delayed karma, why we still seem to experience karmic effects even when we're doing all that we can to advance our evolutionary progress, and why we might choose a life of suffering rather than comfort.These are common questions, but the answers Thom gives are by no means common. This is an episode you might want to put on repeat for a while so the learning can really sink in.Episode Highlights:[00:45] Q- Why does karma have varying timeframes for resolution?[00:54] A - The Cause of Karma[03:21] Relationship Between Karma and Kriyā[05:36] Instant Karma[07:28] Moving Between Karma and Kriyā Zones[09:52] The Relationship Between Meditation and Karma[11:52] The Role of Meditation in Preventing and Resolving Karma[13:39] How to Undo Karma[16:22] Instant Detection of Karma[18:35] Q - Can current difficulties be a result of karmic habits?[19:09] Karmic Debt[21:46] Mastering Rounding for a Deeper Meditation Practice[23:50] The Power of Rounding in Dissolving Karma[26:29] Don't be a Bull in a China Shop[28:57] Q - Why does consciousness choose life in an abusive environment?[29:21] The Story of Ashtavakra: Spiritual Guru with Deformity[31:26] Ashtavakra's Calloused Chin[33:35] The Role of Karma in Ashtavakra's Life Story[35:33] Ashtavakra's Choice[37:41] Buddha: The Abusive Life of a Child in a Palace[39:25] Enlightenment of Buddha[41:38] Karma and Unfinished Business[43:29] Ideal Families Don't Guarantee Enlightenment[45:29] The Science of Jyotish[47:23] We Make the Choice of Birth Timing and ParentsUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Anxiety is a downward spiral that many struggle to control. It's the price many are paying for living in an overstimulated world. We're bombarded with messaging from countless sources hundreds of times a day, and these are competing with our own restless minds, churning away with the same repeated thoughts, day after day after day.In this episode, Thom explains the dangers of living in a state of “object-referral,” where you live at the mercy of circumstances, rather than a state of “self-referral,” where you have a solid foundation that anxiety finds unsustainable. Importantly, he outlines the solution, in practical terms that anyone wanting to take back control can implement effectively and swiftly.Episode Highlights:[01:03] Becoming Aware of Our Challenges[02:55] Immense Rise in the Capacity to Commune[05:06] Failure to Commune is Characterizing Human Interaction Today[07:52] Meditation Allows Deep-Rooted Stresses to Dissolve[09:58] Being a Time Bomb of Stress Reactivity is Not the Solution[12:04] We Can't Rely on the Two Percenters[14:14] To What Extent am I Individually Awakening My Fullest Potential?[16:28] Accelerate Your Own Personal DevelopmentUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Read any good books lately? Vedic literature is rich in timeless content, and few epics have lasted the thousands of years that some of the Vedic epics have survived.Vedic epics combine the best of drama and unforgettable storytelling while still being steeped in deep wisdom at every turn. It is this powerful combination that continues to make them as relevant today as 5,000 years ago.Thom shares a couple of his favorites in this episode, and gives us a helping hand by recommending specific translations that will make more sense to those of us who are not Vedic scholars.And to help us even further, he suggests a couple of more contemporary books, both written by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi to help us deepen our understanding of how to lead a rich and fulfilling life.Suggested Reading:The Science of Being and the Art of Living by Maharishi Mahesh YogiMaharishi Mahesh Yogi on the Bhagavad Gita - a translation and commentary by Maharishi Mahesh YogiThe Mahabharata, translation by Ramesh MenonThe Ramayana, translation by Ramesh MenonLove and God by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Episode Highlights:[00:52] The Vedic Worldview Podcast[02:38] The Science of Being and Art of Living - Maharishi Mahesh Yogi[04:47] The Bhagavad Gita – Vyasa[08:01] Krishna's Enjoinment to Battle[10:33] The Mahabharata – Vyasa[14:52] Vyasa - A Great Sage[17:17] The Ramayana – Valmiki[20:02] Love and God - Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Useful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/info@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/  

Get ready for a fresh perspective on suicide and suicidal thoughts. In response to a question from a listener, Thom gives us a lot to contemplate in this episode, including redefining how we think about suicide, introducing the concept of “long suicide,” and reminding us that body death doesn't mean consciousness death or bring an end to suffering.He talks about the role Vedic Meditation can have in easing the suffering at the source of suicidal thoughts, and also affirms that you are worthy of, and must seek, professional help if suicidal thoughts have become a regular part of your thinking or if it's something you feel inclined to act on.Even if you aren't contemplating suicide, this is wisdom we should all take on board, for the inevitable occasion when we might be able to influence someone considering a premature end to their life. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts or are experiencing a mental health crisis:In the United States: Dial the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention hotline at 988 or go to SuicidePreventionLifeline.orgIn Australia: Dial 13 11 14 or go to https://www.lifeline.org.au/In all other countries, visit this page for your local prevention hotline: https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ Episode Highlights[00:45] Where Do Suicidal Thoughts Come From?[02:06] A - Seeking Help: A Necessary Step for Mental Health[04:08] Break the Stigma[05:45] What Happens to Consciousness After Death[07:35] Nihilism, Atheism, and Suicide[09:44] Natural Curiosity of Body Death[11:25] Suicide is Not Self-Destruction[13:35] Guru Deva - the Supreme Authority in the Vedic Worldview[15:57] Guru Deva Bestows Epithets[18:06] Guru Deva Dropped his Body[20:18] Did Guru Deva Commit Suicide?[22:23] Why Guru Deva Dropped his Body[24:29] Cosmic Intelligence and the End of a Physical Body[26:21] Witness of All Intellects[28:36] Suicide: An Act of Desperation or Cosmic Intelligence?[30:32] Zero Effectiveness of Warnings and Campaigns[33:04] This is Not Suicide[35:05] We Don't Call It Suicide[36:46] What You Can Do?[38:56] How Vedic Meditation Can Help[41:00] Consciousness Beyond Physical Death: Insights from a Near-Death Experience[43:03] Live Your Life Without Suffering Useful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Vedic Meditators frequently report heightened perception of the sense organs. Colors may become crisper, shades of light and dark may become more ‘interesting,' subtler tastes may be detected in food, and smells may be detected, even in the most minute concentrations.One of the most curious sensations happens at the level of hearing. In the same way that the mind is able to experience the subtlety of Being becoming manifest, the hearing organs are able to experience the sound of Being becoming manifest.Thom explains both the mechanics and the result of this process. For many Vedic meditators, this episode will be a revelation, an explanation for that sweet, sweet sound, humming away in the background as a constant companion in day-to-day life, and for others it will be a preview of coming attractions.And for those who haven't learned Vedic Meditation, perhaps this will inspire you to learn the technique so you too can hear the sound of manifestation.Episode Highlights:[00:52] An Arcane Subject[02:20] It's Not Tinnitus[03:49] Increasing Acuity of Perception[05:31] The Nectar of the Bliss Experience[07:29] The Sound of the Symmetry Breaking[09:18] Divine Which is Heard[11:07] Bringing Your Consciousness State Forward[12:21] Symphonic Sound[13:40] The Sound of the VedaUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Most groups or communities have a few pretentious players within them; people who wear a mask or ‘put on a show' to attract attention to themselves and to elevate their status.While one might think that the “spiritual” arena might be beyond such behavior, regrettably that's not the case.In some circles they might be called “wannabees,” but Maharishi Mahesh Yogi had a special name for such people; mood makers.While they are relatively easy to spot, in this episode Thom shares the signs to look for in a mood maker. If nothing else, this gives us an opportunity to check in on our own conduct and to ensure that we haven't inadvertently become a mood maker ourselves.Episode Highlights:[00:53] The Temptation of Mood Making[02:25] Faking It Till You Make It[03:28] Badges of Rank[05:15] A Big Blob on the Floor[06:28] Our Destiny Summed Up on the Floor of Whole Foods[07:42] God-given Parking Spaces[09:08] Simple, Natural, Innocent[11:05] Have a Proper Meal With Me[12:20] "I'm Eating Brahman."[14:17] Be Adorable to NatureUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

The Oxford Dictionary defines luck as: success or failure apparently brought by chance rather than through one's own actions, or, chance considered as a force that causes good or bad things to happen.Long-term listeners will straight away see that chance is incompatible with the Vedic worldview, hence luck isn't likely to pass scrutiny either. So how then do we account for the fact that sometimes we seem lucky, or perhaps others seem lucky, and sometimes we don't? In this episode Thom explains the Vedic perspective on luck and good fortune. The good news is, we have more control over it than most people think. Episode Highlights:[00:53] A Degree of Randomicity[02:52] Well-Deserved, Self-Created Good Fortune[05:09] There is Intelligence Involved[06:13] Unconscious Design of Unhappiness[08:04] Conscious Design of Happiness Useful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

While many of us think of language as something that evolved from the grunts and noises made by our prehistoric ancestors, Sanskrit, the ancient language of the Veda, has a very unique distinction; it's an ‘inspired' or cognized language, reflecting the intention of Nature through sound.Having obtained a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Sydney, majoring in Sanskrit, Thom is well placed to give us an overview of its origin and a demonstration of its beauty.He explains how its custodians have preserved its integrity over the centuries, protecting it from the inevitable change of common use.And for those of us who don't want to dive deeply into understanding it more fully, he explains why we don't need to understand Sanskrit intellectually in order to benefit from its meaning or intent.Episode Highlights:[00:45] The First Child of the Language of Nature[02:45] Rishi - One with Super Subtle Perception[04:28] Sounds Like...[06:35] Seeing the Sounds[08:38] Lingua Franca[10:29] An Absolute Language[11:32] Fluid Languages[12:32] Olde English[14:19] An Effect Without Understanding[17:00] The Means Alone Won't Get You There[18:25] A Lifetime of Learning Isn't Enough[19:28] Sama Veda - Enlivening Our Experience of the Unified Field[21:23] Puja[23:32] A Beautiful Sound On Its OwnUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

Mention tantra and most people think of sexual practices designed to prolong the sexual experience or to add a ‘spiritual' element to it. While the principle of tantra can certainly be applied to sex, it's actually a concept that has much broader and more interesting applications.  Strictly speaking, when properly applied, even the art of procrastination, as distinct from the habit of avoidance, can be said to be a form of tantra.As Thom explains in this episode, tantra is a form of brinkmanship, the ability to hover at the border of two different states, either conceptually or physically. As you'll hear, it's an art that Vedic Meditators become quite accomplished at…Episode Highlights:[00:55] Tantra Has Evaded All Attempts at Consistent Definition[03:37] Understanding Tantra is Pivotal to the Development of a Vedic Meditator[05:44] Creativity at Work Requires the Pressure of Present-Moment Awareness[08:13] Tantric Awareness No Longer Fears Boundaries[10:17] Boundaries Are Places of Rich and Condensed Knowledge[12:34] Helium as a Gas to a Superfluid[14:12] Superfluid Helium is a Quantum Mechanical Phenomenon[16:37] Tantra Is a Consciousness StateUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

There's no shortage of questions from our podcast audience, which is perfect because Thom is never short of an answer…The common thread throughout this Q&A episode is that we're all much more empowered than we might think.Thom reminds us that Nature loves it when we commit, and that rather than preparing ourselves for worst-case scenarios, we must assume that we're acting on Nature's behalf and get behind our intention, and then act accordingly.He gives us clues as to how we can use the present to inspire our past and the future to inspire our present. You'll need to flex the way you think about time but, as always, Thom gives us an elegant analogy to work with.And to round things off, he takes the intention message one step further, inviting us to be flexible with our expectations and to be ready, and willing, to change plans at a moment's notice.Episode Highlights:[00:45] Q - Should We Prepare for Worst-Case Scenarios?[01:33] A - Collectives Create the Governance That Surrounds Them[04:07] Government is in a Dependency Role[06:11] Continue to Provide, No Matter Where the Funding Comes From[07:55] "Here We'll Build Our Next Ashram"[09:21] "The Money Will Come From Where it is Now"[11:27] Seagull Parable from the Upanishad[13:06] Millions of Birds Drying out the Ocean[14:18] Garuda and Varuna[16:23] Q - What is the Vedic World View of Parts Work?[17:03] A - Reinspiring Consciousness[18:50] One Contiguous Flow[21:05] Inspiration From the Future[23:22] Q - Does Intention and Goal Setting Contradict the Vedic Worldview?[23:55] A - I Am Totality[26:27] Nature's Bait and Switch[27:50] This is Nature Itself ThinkingUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.com  https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/