In this episode of Inspired on the BAPS Better Living, Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt sits down with Darshan Patel - public servant, entrepreneur, and lifelong learner - for a thoughtful conversation on purpose, service, and intentional living. Darshan reflects how faith, family, and a commitment to serving others have shaped his journey through government leadership and entrepreneurship, helping him stay grounded and focused in a rapidly changing world. 

Through personal stories and thoughtful reflection, they explore how faith and service provide clarity and grounding in a fast-paced world. From leading humility to staying anchored in family values, this dialogue highlights how principled living can help navigate change, responsibility, and the pressure to constantly do more. 

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In this thoughtful episode of The Dharmic Life Podcast, Palak and Akshara unpack a timely theme: our environment - what we eat, what we watch, and whom we spend time with - silently shapes who we become. Starting with a relatable story about kids and morning routines, they discuss the power of mindful consumption: how swapping junk for wholesome food (and curated, uplifting media) helps steady our energy and focus. 

They move from everyday examples into spiritual guidance: small daily practices like listening to spiritual discourses in the morning, pausing before scolding, and journaling gratitude can shift our internal narratives. The hosts also explain social contagion - how moods and habits spread - with stories from the Rāmāyaṇ and reminders from the Satsang Dīkshā on nonviolence in thought and speech. By intentionally choosing what we let in, who we keep close, and the stories we tell ourselves, listeners can cultivate inner calm, stronger relationships, and spiritual resilience. 

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In this episode of the Dharmic Life series by BAPS Better Living, co-host Dhawal sits down with Dr. Deven Patel to explore the transformative power of second chances - how forgiveness, gratitude, and spiritual wisdom can help us heal, grow, and rebuild trust in ourselves and others. 

Through thoughtful conversation and personal reflections, they uncover how spirituality offers a deeper lens for understanding grace and compassion in a world that often values cutting ties over reconciliation. From learning when to help and when to step back, this dialogue reveals how timeless dharmic values can guide us through emotional burnout, disappointment, and ungratefulness. 

Listeners will gain insights into how daily spiritual practices - like prayer, reflection, and maintaining a relationship with the Guru - can replenish inner strength and inspire us to give both others and us a genuine second chance. 

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In this episode of Inspired on the BAPS Better Living Podcast, we sit down with Ria Soni - physician, social entrepreneur, and advocate for women’s health - to explore what it truly means to live a life of service in medicine and beyond. 

From her early years growing up in the BAPS satsang community to her work in hospitals and rural villages, Ria’s journey is a testament to how values of seva (selfless service) can shape both personal and professional purpose. Guided by empathy, humility, and faith, she has built a career centered on healing and empowerment - and continues to uplift others through Project Stree, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing menstrual health education and breaking taboos for girls in rural India. 

Get inspired by Ria’s story and discover how compassion and service can transform not only the lives of others but also our own paths toward balance and fulfillment. 

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In this episode of Windows Into Wisdom, Pujya Chaitanyamurtidas Swami explores a powerful shift in perspective - from striving for “balance” to embracing mastery of life’s deeper rhythms. 

Why chase equilibrium when you can rise above it? Swamiji invites us to transcend the conventional idea of balancing work and peace - and instead cultivate a wholehearted, embodied mastery of every moment. Drawing from timeless spiritual wisdom, he reveals how inner mastery frees us from the ups and downs of life and helps us act with clarity, purpose, and ease. 

Discover how everyday tasks and challenges can become powerful tools on our journey - when we approach them not as burdens to juggle, but as opportunities to awaken our truest potential. 

Tune in to uncover the freedom, strength, and serenity that come not from balance - but from mastery. 

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In this episode of Windows into Wisdom, Pujya Yogananddas Swami explores the essence of Karma Yoga - the art of living a life free from stress and frustration. 
Can peace truly coexist with productivity? Can action be effortless yet meaningful? Drawing from timeless spiritual wisdom, Swamiji reveals how selfless service and inner clarity transform daily work into a path toward peace and fulfillment. 

Through insightful reflections, he encourages us to act not out of pressure, but out of purpose - to make every deed an offering of love rather than a pursuit of results. Discover how living with mindfulness and devotion can bring calm, balance, and lasting joy amidst life’s challenges. 

Tune in to uncover the power of purposeful action and the freedom that comes from within. 

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In this episode of Windows into Wisdom, Pujya Gnanvatsaldas Swami invites us to look within and rediscover the power of purposeful living.

Through insightful reflections shared at the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in San Jose, California, Swamiji challenges us to rethink our habits, redesign our mindset, and rebuild our lives with clarity and intention. His message inspires us to pursue not just success, but significance - leading with values that bring true growth and fulfillment.

Listeners will gain practical guidance on how to cultivate positivity, focus, and inner transformation in everyday life.

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In this episode of the Inspired Series on the BAPS Better Living Podcast, we sit down with Biren Gandhi - entrepreneur, author, and technologist - to explore how timeless traditions can serve as modern technologies for resilience and balance. 

After a successful career in corporate America, Biren took the leap into entrepreneurship, building a startup in the fast-changing world of AI. Along the way, he discovered that many of today’s solutions are already embedded in Hindu wisdom - from the focus of pranayama to the discipline of fasting, from the strength of family bonds to the joy of festivals. 

His new book, Traditions of Time, bridges ancient rituals with modern science, showing how tradition is not superstition, but a guide to clarity and conscious living. 

Listeners will walk away inspired by Biren’s journey and discover practical ways to bring balance, resilience, and purpose into everyday life. 

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In this episode of the Inspired Series on the BAPS Better Living Podcast, we sit down with Rina Jariwala, Chief Operating Officer of Fundbox, to explore what it means to lead with grit and purpose. With over 25 years of corporate experience, Rina shares how resilience, unity, and compassion have guided her leadership journey and continue to shape the way she empowers others.

Now pursuing a master’s in executive coaching, Rina reflects on the importance of giving back, creating space for others to thrive, and leading with values that last.

Listeners will walk away inspired by Rina’s story and discover how perseverance, humility, and service can transform leadership into a force for lasting impact.

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Technology may add speed to your life, but values add direction.” In this inspiring talk, Pujya Brahmaviharidas Swami shares how to lead a purposeful, value-driven life in today’s fast-paced tech world. Blending spiritual wisdom with real-world relevance, he explains how virtues like humility, gratitude, and mindfulness can elevate not just your work, but your entire way of living, turning success into significance.

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