An easy to chant set of 8 devotional verses to Bhagavan Ganesha, we see its meaning and feel his power flowing into all areas of our life.

ll Om Shree Ganeshaaya Namah ll

The podcast transcript - https://discoveratma.com/244-the-powerful-blessing-and-meaning-of-sri-sankatanaashana-ganesha-stotram/

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If a marriage is just for the sake of wealth, pleasure, love or even children, all of which are conditional, it is difficult to sustain it.

Sharing bits of her conversation with K, a young woman in her twenties who is not clear about the purpose of marriage, Swamini B speaks to marriage not only being a major life goal but also a means to an end. What is that end goal and what are the many things we can learn about marriage from the Vedic tradition?

Call to action - For the last many years, I have been concerned about the rather limited view of marriages that our youth have and also concerned about so many marriages falling apart.  I do believe that like other religions, Hindu couples need premarital counselling and support to help clarify their ideas and come to a common understanding as a couple. Perhaps we could have a group of barefoot counsellors or mentors to take this initiative forward. If any of you want to join, are counsellors or are in the helping profession and are married please do get in touch with me (⁠[email protected]⁠) by 15th Oct 2023. We will meet online and evolve a way forward.    

For podcast transcript - https://discoveratma.com/243-life-and-the-purpose-of-marriage-in-the-vedic-tradition/

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The ego has a bad reputation. It is often blamed for not enough progress on the spiritual path. In the Vedic tradition, it is none other than the ahankara who undertakes an enquiry into itself, in the light of the Shaastra.

Here is an illumining dialogue between the Atma and the Ego.

The podcast transcript - https://discoveratma.com/242-is-ego-the-enemy/

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If one feels stuck, it is possible that the mind is either 1. Bored or 2. Going through a hibernation like lull or 3. Distracted or 4. Not clear about the pursuit

We address each of these four obstacles on the path of Vedanta.

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In recent times a divide has creeped up between bhakti and knowledge and many (wrongly) believe that the twain do not meet.

The truth is,

You can have bhakti only if you know Bhagavan.

If you know Bhagavan you cannot help but have bhakti.

We explore the role of bhakti sadhana and bhakti darshana, the vision of bhakti systems and where these walk hand-in-hand with Advaita Vedanta.

For the transcript - https://discoveratma.com/240-can-bhakti-and-knowledge-walk-hand-in-hand/

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Setusāma is a mantra from the Sāma Veda which was Pujya Swami Dayananda ji's favourite mantra from that Veda. It speaks of 4 Setus - bunds that are meant to cross over by living four values and progress spiritually. That it has its own beautifuI melody is an added joy.

Pranaams to Pujya Swamiji on his birth anniversary today and Happy Independence Day to India.

To read the podcast transcript - https://discoveratma.com/239-setusama-4-easy-ways-to-cross-over-our-spiritual-obstacles/

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The pronoun ‘I’ is referred to twice in the sentence. If ‘I’ am God and why should ‘I’ pray?

Can I be both the person and God simultaneously? Yes and No.

Find out how.

For the podcast transcript - https://discoveratma.com/238-if-i-am-god-why-should-i-pray/

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This is a common question. It is like the pot who was aspiring to be clay saying that, ‘I know I am

We need the viveka, to know what about Vedanta is to be understood and what has to be applied. Life becomes a joy!

For podcast transcript - https://discoveratma.com/237-i-know-vedanta-but-how-to-apply-to-my-life/

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This question has two parts – First, did God create injustice and suffering. If yes, then how to accept it?

Looks like Ishvara has crafted an awe-inspiring multi-dimensional, multi-world manifestation that we call life just like the video game developer has developed a video game. By looking at 5 similarities between Ishvara and the video game creator, we find clear answers to our question.

The podcast transcript - https://discoveratma.com/236-how-to-accept-that-god-has-created-injustice-and-suffering/

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The devotee wants bhakti, devotion and not mukti, freedom from a sense of bondage. An interesting dialogue ensues between her and Bhagavan Krishna.

For podcast transcript - https://discoveratma.com/235-what-happens-when-the-devotee-prays-to-bhagavan-krishna-for-bhakti-and-he-appears/

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