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Vedic mythos, or storytelling, is often laced with humor to get a point across.
In this episode of the podcast, Thom recounts a tale from the Katha Upanishad, of a Sergeant and a General. It’s a scenario that wouldn’t look out of place in an episode of “The Office” or any other workplace sitcom.
Having a character take credit for someone else’s idea and then retelling it back to them is a pretty common gag, but in the Upanishad, it’s much more than just a tool for a cheap laugh.
It’s a profound lesson which, once learned, can be a source of empowerment and a tool for living a more deliberate life.
Episode Highlights
[00:56] Katha Upanishad
[03:19] A Friend in the Sky
[05:27] The Breaking of Unity
[07:31] "You see that hill there?"
[09:57] An Amazing Idea
[11:44] A Source of Thoughts Deep Inside of Us
[14:11] A Wave is Nothing but Ocean
[16:44] Desire
[19:12] I Am Totality
[21:28] A Parody on Praying to God
[22:39] An Unnecessary Step
[23:52] We Just Say Yes
[26:53] Permitted to Act
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Registration is now open for Thom’s only rounding retreat for 2026, in Sedona from May 21-25.
This is your one and only opportunity this year for deep rest, stress release and consciousness expansion through industrial-strength meditation, along with twice-daily knowledge sessions with Thom.
You’ll enjoy delicious retreat-friendly meals and the beauty and healing powers of the Red Rocks of Sedona.
Register before February 28th and you’ll save $500 on your retreat fee.
You can find out more at thomknoles.com/sedona.
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Vedic mythos, or storytelling, is often laced with humor to get a point across.
In this episode of the podcast, Thom recounts a tale from the Katha Upanishad, of a Sergeant and a General. It’s a scenario that wouldn’t look out of place in an episode of “The Office” or any other workplace sitcom.
Having a character take credit for someone else’s idea and then retelling it back to them is a pretty common gag, but in the Upanishad, it’s much more than just a tool for a cheap laugh.
It’s a profound lesson which, once learned, can be a source of empowerment and a tool for living a more deliberate life.
Episode Highlights
[00:56] Katha Upanishad
[03:19] A Friend in the Sky
[05:27] The Breaking of Unity
[07:31] "You see that hill there?"
[09:57] An Amazing Idea
[11:44] A Source of Thoughts Deep Inside of Us
[14:11] A Wave is Nothing but Ocean
[16:44] Desire
[19:12] I Am Totality
[21:28] A Parody on Praying to God
[22:39] An Unnecessary Step
[23:52] We Just Say Yes
[26:53] Permitted to Act
Useful Links
https://thomknoles.com/
https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoles
https://www.facebook.com/thethomknoles
https://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoles
https://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/
Registration is now open for Thom’s only rounding retreat for 2026, in Sedona from May 21-25.
This is your one and only opportunity this year for deep rest, stress release and consciousness expansion through industrial-strength meditation, along with twice-daily knowledge sessions with Thom.
You’ll enjoy delicious retreat-friendly meals and the beauty and healing powers of the Red Rocks of Sedona.
Register before February 28th and you’ll save $500 on your retreat fee.
You can find out more at thomknoles.com/sedona.

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