What if your emotions, habits, and even your worldview are simply the result of where you’ve trained your mind to go?

In this thought-provoking episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with Hindu priest, entrepreneur, and former monk Dandapani for a powerful conversation about awareness, energy, reincarnation, and emotional mastery. Dandapani explains how most people live life unconsciously, letting their awareness drift into anger, distraction, or fear—when in truth, we can train our awareness to dwell in peace, gratitude, and purpose.

In this episode, Darius and Dandapani will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction and Reconnection

(04:12) The Journey to Monastic Life

(09:37) Understanding Reincarnation and Past Lives

(17:31) The Mind and Awareness

(22:47) The Power of Unwavering Focus

(25:07) Navigating the Mind Mansion

(26:46) Awareness vs. Mind: A Parent's Lesson

(29:14) Harnessing Anger: A Double-Edged Sword

(32:04) Reincarnation and Historical Patterns

(36:20) The Cycle of Anger and Energy

(41:23) Teaching Resilience to the Next Generation

(47:17) Finding Purpose Through Self-Reflection

(51:41) The Challenge of Stillness and Self-Discovery

(56:49) Accepting Ourselves: The Journey of Self-Compassion

(01:02:56) Elevating Consciousness in Leadership

(01:09:56) Overcoming Barriers to Greatness

Dandapani is a Hindu priest, entrepreneur, and former monk who spent ten years in a traditional monastery under the guidance of Satguru Sivaya Subramuniyaswami. Blending ancient Hindu wisdom with practical modern tools, he helps people cultivate focus, discipline, and self-mastery. His book “The Power of Unwavering Focus” has been translated into 23 languages, and his teachings have reached audiences worldwide, from entrepreneurs to global organizations like Nike and Bloomberg. He currently lives in Costa Rica, where he’s creating a 33-acre spiritual sanctuary dedicated to reflection and transformation.

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Connect with Dandapani:

Website: https://dandapani.org/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dandapanillc/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DandapaniLLC/ 

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Unwavering-Focus-Dandapani/dp/0593420454 

Connect with Darius:

Website: https://therealdarius.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine 

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