July 22, 2025

The Four Goals of Life: Understanding the Purusharthas

42 minutes

This episode explores the Purusharthas, the Four Goals of Life in Vedic wisdom. Learn how Dharma, Artha, Kama, and Moksha form a spiritual and practical framework for wellbeing. Through Ayurveda, Tantra, and Jyotish, discover how to live with purpose, pleasure, prosperity, and liberation while honoring your unique nature and inner truth.

In this episode, you will learn:

How Dharma aligns with your unique path

Why Artha includes spiritual and material wealth

Ways to pursue Kama without attachment

What Moksha truly means in daily life

Dosha-specific tips to balance all four goals

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction to the four goals of life

(04:07) Understanding dharma: The path of righteousness

(08:01) Exploring arta: Wealth and prosperity

(12:55) Delving into kama: Desires and enjoyment

(19:25) Moksha: The pursuit of liberation

(26:54) Ayurveda and the doshas: Personalized guidance

(38:11) Vedic astrology and the four goals of life

(40:16) Conclusion: Integrating ancient wisdom into modern life

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