In this episode, Swamiji explains how cultivating happiness is not just a matter of emotional well‑being but also a powerful contributor to physical health. He shares how a cheerful mind reduces stress, strengthens immunity, and improves overall vitality. 

Swamiji highlights the deep connection between our thoughts and our body, showing how positive emotions influence hormonal balance and mental clarity. He emphasizes that happiness is both an art and a science — a discipline that seekers can consciously practice through devotion, meditation, and gratitude. 

This teaching matters because it reveals that happiness is not a luxury but a necessity for holistic living. By embracing joy as a spiritual practice, listeners can experience transformation that benefits both body and soul, leading them closer to liberation and lasting peace. 

About Swami Mukundananda: Swami Mukundananda is a renowned spiritual leader, Vedic scholar, Bhakti saint, best‑selling author, and an international authority on the subject of mind management. He is the founder of the unique yogic system called JKYog. Swamiji holds distinguished degrees in Engineering and Management from two of India’s most prestigious institutions—IIT and IIM. Having taken the renounced order of life (sanyas), he is the senior disciple of Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj, and has been sharing Vedic wisdom across the globe for decades. 

🔗 Link to the playlist: Art And Science Of Happiness By Swami Mukundananda 

In this opening episode, Swamiji challenges our conventional definition of happiness and guides us toward a deeper understanding rooted in spiritual wisdom. He explains how worldly pleasures, though enticing, are fleeting, and why seekers must look beyond material achievements to discover lasting joy. 

Swamiji shares practical insights on cultivating inner contentment, drawing from timeless Vedic philosophy. He highlights the importance of aligning our lives with devotion, meditation, and selfless service, showing how these practices transform the restless mind into a source of peace. Through relatable examples, he reveals how happiness is not found in external circumstances but in the purity of our thoughts and the connection with the Divine. 

This episode matters because it lays the foundation for seekers to shift from temporary gratification to enduring bliss. By embracing the art and science of happiness, listeners can begin their journey toward liberation, spiritual growth, and a life filled with meaning. 

About Swami Mukundananda: Swami Mukundananda is a renowned spiritual leader, Vedic scholar, Bhakti saint, best‑selling author, and an international authority on the subject of mind management. He is the founder of the unique yogic system called JKYog. Swamiji holds distinguished degrees in Engineering and Management from two of India’s most prestigious institutions—IIT and IIM. Having taken the renounced order of life (sanyas), he is the senior disciple of Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj, and has been sharing Vedic wisdom across the globe for decades. 

🔗 Link to the playlist: Art And Science Of Happiness By Swami Mukundananda