Deepak Atri - Simple Spirituality

Deepak Atri - Simple Spirituality

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  • #42 7-Minute Guided Mindfulness Meditation | Find Your Inner Calm

    In this episode, we offer you a quick but powerful 7-minute guided mindfulness meditation designed to help you center yourself, reduce stress, and cultivate a sense of inner calm.

    In this session, you will:

    • Focus on your breath and bodily sensations.
    • Anchor yourself in the present moment.
    • Release tension and mental clutter.
    • Foster a deeper connection with your inner self.

      • This meditation is perfect for those new to mindfulness as well as seasoned practitioners looking for a brief session to reset and recharge. Whether you’re starting your day, taking a break, or winding down for the evening, this 7-minute practice is a wonderful way to bring more mindfulness into your routine.

      Tune in, breathe deeply, and find your inner calm.

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        • 7 min
      • #41 The Science of Liberation: Exploring Advaita Vedanta with Acharya Navneet

        Acharya Navneet is a graduate of IIT Kharagpur and Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, Coimbatore. He is exposed to the best teachings of both the technical and spiritual worlds. In this episode, he unravels the mysteries of Advaita Vedanta and shows how they align with Quantum Physics.

        Chapters:

        0:00 - 04:36 Introduction

        04:37 - 06:49 From IIT to Arsha Vidya

        06:50 - 13:02 What is missing in our lives?

        13:03 - 14:37 Discerning Reality

        14:38 - 16:50 What is Advaita Vedanta

        16:51 - 17:50 Symptoms of Dissatisfaction

        17:51 - 22:13 The process of Advaita Vedanta

        22:14 - 24:20 How to find out that we need Advaita Vedanta

        24:21 - 30:21 Where to find the teacher

        30:22 - 40:20 Quantum Physics and Advaita Vedanta

        40:21 - 46:13 Why can’t we align Science with Faith

        46:14 - 50:29 Meaning of Non-Duality and Consciousness

        50:30 - 55:25 Understanding Sat Cit Ananda

        55:26 - 58:06 Why we fall back to old habits

        58:07 - 1:00:56 Why the knowledge does not naturally to us

        1:00:57 - 1:04:58 Favorite Shlokas

        Book A Simple Introduction to Vedantic Non-Duality: https://amzn.to/49F97xc
        For more such conversations - Listen to the Podcast A Little Bit of Happiness
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        Website: Deepakatri.com

        1 hr 5 min
      • #40 Devi Mahatmyam | Ancient Wisdom of Durga Saptashati with Achala

        In episode 40 of the Little Bit of Happiness Podcast, we talk with Achala Sylwia Mihajlović, and understand the Devi Mahatyam as we explore the Divine.

        Chapters:
        0:00 - 04:42 Introduction
        04:43 - 06:55 Origin of Devi Mahatmyam
        06:56 - 11:07 King Suratha and Samadhi visit Sage Medha
        11:08 - 17:01 The three forms of Goddess
        17:02 - 20:41 Praise of Mahamaya
        20:42 - 26:45 Madhu-Kaitabha
        26:46 - 43:53 Mahishasura Mardini
        43:54 - 51:03 The battle with Shumbha-Nishumbha
        51:04 - 54:01 Dhumralochana approaches the Goddess
        54:02 - 1:04:00 8 forms of the Goddess
        1:04:00 - 1:08:08 How Devi kills Raktabeej
        1:08:09 - 1:15:35 The learnings from the Durgā Saptashatī
        Devi Mahatmyam is also known as the Durgā Saptashatī (दुर्गासप्तशती) or Śata Chandī (शत् चण्डी)[6] and Chandi Path (चंडी पाठ). Achala Ji takes us through the text and shares what the Goddess teaches us as she battles various daemons.
        Achala Ji can be contacted from https://discoveringyouniverse.com/

        1 hr 16 min
      • #39 Unlocking the Mysteries of Tantra with Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan

        In episode 39 of the Little Bit of Happiness Podcast, we talk with Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan, Founder of the Svantantra Institute, and go about the journey of understanding Tantra.

        Timestamps:

        0:00 - 0:33 Introduction

        0:34 - 10:17 Dr. Kavitha’s journey

        10:18 - 13:48 What is Tantra

        13:49 - 14:49 Non-Duality in Tantra

        14:50 - 20:29 What Tantra means today

        20:30 - 32:10 Branches and Schools of Tantra

        32:11 - 35: 20 Who should practice Tantra

        35:21 - 42:20 Tantra and other Darsanas

        42:21 - 58:06 10 Fundamental Tenets of Tantra

        58:07 - 1:08:57 Importance of the Guru in Tantra

        1:08:58 - 1:12:40 Tantra, Kundalini and Human Body

        1:12:41 - 1:14:46 End goal of the practice

        1:14-47 - 1:16:12 Favorite Shloka

        We discuss the origins of Tantra, various schools, the Pravritti and Nivritti aspects, Tantra's relation to other Darsanas, its fundamental tenets, the role of the Guru, Kundalini, and the human body, and more. Dr. Kavitha Chinnaiyan is a practicing cardiologist with expertise in medicine, technology, writing, mysticism, art, and music. She has written four books, including The Heart of Wellness and Shakti Rising. She integrates spirituality and science to guide others in self-development, professional development, resilience, productivity, physician wellness, and burnout. She can be contacted at https://svatantra.institute/

        1 hr 17 min
      • #38 Advaita Vedanta | Journey from Seeker to Knower | Swami Advayatmananda Saraswati

        Swami Advayatmananda Saraswati is a teacher of traditional Advaita Vedanta, meditation, and Sanskrit. After renouncing his life as a software development manager in Silicon Valley, his guru, Swami Dayananda Saraswati, initiated him into the Dasanami monastic order.

        In this episode, he shared his knowledge of Advaita Vedanta, the problems we face, the solution, the journey of a seeker, and other stories to lead us towards happiness.
        Swami Advayatmananda Saraswati established the Arsha Drishti center in California where he now leads and live-streams classes on the Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, and related texts. He also teaches classes in Sanskrit and the traditional commentaries of Adi Shankaracharya.
        More information can be found at www.ArshaDrishti.org

        1 hr 8 min
      • #37 Change your Mindset with 11 Gita Verses | Swamini Chidekarasananda Saraswati

        In this episode, Swamini Chidekarasananda Saraswati explores 11 Chosen Verses from the Bhagavad Gita that take us through varius topics such as:

        - The importance of the Bhagavad Gita today for the seeker and the common person.
        - What is the problem that we are facing in our daily lives?
        - The Cause of the problems
        - The Mindset Shifts Needed
        - Integrating Action with the wisdom
        Swamini Chidekarasananda Saraswati is based in England and shares her knowledge of the shastra – Vedanta and The Bhagavad Gita, Sanskrit, Vedic and traditional Sanskrit chanting, kirtan, etc.
        She is a sannyasini, having been initiated into the Paramahamsa sannyasa ashrama (a traditional renunciate lifestyle) by her Acharya, Swami Sakshatkrutananda Saraswati, the Chief Acharya and Chairperson of Swami Dayananda Ashram, Rishikesh.
        Back in the UK, she met Swami Dayananda Saraswati, a traditional teacher of Vedanta, and started studying Vedanta under him. After completing the course, Swami Dayananda appointed Swamini Chideka ji as the Editor-in-chief of his Publications at Arsha Vidya Books and Publications Trust in Chennai, India. She spent more than three years there, editing various spiritual texts in Sanskrit and English, from Upanishads to talks on the Bhagavad Gita.

        1 hr 46 min
      • #36 | Non-Dual Awareness | Meditation with Shakti Caterina Maggi

        Shakti Caterina Maggi is one of contemporary spirituality's most authentic and profound voices. Presenting the message of Advaita and non-dual Tantra within a contemporary framework, Shakti offers, with compassion and great clarity, an inner technology for dissolving the contraction of suffering that traditionally accompanies each of our lives.

        In this episode, Shakti leads us into a practical session on recognizing Awareness, how to live in the sacred space, and Non-Duality in daily life. She also talks about life challenges and dealing with grief and emotions.

        53 min
      • #35 | Exploring the "I" and Finding Happiness | Dr. Nivedita Chalill

        Dr. Nivedita Chalill is a Mental Health professional (M.A, M.Phil & Ph.D.) with twenty-five years of clinical experience. She has been trained as an Arts Based Therapist & an Educator by WCCLF (Pune) and is currently a student of Buddhist Philosophy at Tibet House (New Delhi). She is the founder of ARTH, a mental health initiative (www.arth.co), and she facilitates courses on applied Buddhist psychology to bring the wisdom of compassion into our everyday lives.

        In this episode, we discuss why the "Who am I" question is relevant and significant enough to be explored, understanding our views and patterns, the definition of happiness, and non-negotiables for living a fulfilling life. We end with a template for a daily self-care routine.

        54 min
      • #33 | Yoga Beyond Asanas | Anubha Mamgain

        In today's episode, "Yoga Beyond Asanas," we have Anubha, a certified yoga teacher & poet and the founder of yathashakti.com, sharing insights from her transformative journey in yoga.

        Anubha delves into her yoga odyssey, having completed an 800-hour intensive International Teacher Training Certification from Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram (KYM)-Chennai. She reflects on the unique aspects of studying at KYM and what sets it apart from other yoga institutions.
        In our conversation, we challenge the common perception of yoga as merely an exercise routine. Anubha takes us on a journey beyond asanas, unraveling the layers of yoga that go far deeper. We explore the essence of yoga and a broader understanding of its profound impact on life.
        Delving into the heart of Indian philosophy, we discuss how yoga addresses the fundamental question of suffering and its solutions. Anubha sheds light on the wisdom encapsulated in ancient texts like Yogasutra & Samkhya Karika. Discover why yoga is more than a physical practice; it is a holistic approach to the mind, body, and spirit.
        Join us as we explore the concept of the mind in Indian philosophy, focusing on Citta and the five vrittis—the movements of the mind outlined in five sutras. Gain valuable insights into the intricacies of the mind, its fluctuations, and how yoga offers profound wisdom to navigate the challenges of life.
        Whether you are a seasoned yogi or just beginning your journey, this episode offers a glimpse into the profound philosophy that underlies the practice of yoga. Tune in to "Yoga Beyond Asanas" with Anubha, and let's embark on a journey to uncover the transformative power of yoga in its entirety.
        YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AtriDeepak

        1 hr 20 min

      About Deepak Atri - Simple Spirituality

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      Let's make life a bit more happier. I am Deepak Atri, a technology entrepreneur by day and Vedanta practitioner by the soul. In this podcast, we will have conversations about Advaita Vedanta, Tantra, Mindfulness, Psychology, Neuroscience and of course, Happpiness.

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