The Modern Yogi Podcast

In this final episode of Chapter 18, Arjuna’s back from his existential spiral like, “Cool cool cool—I’m ready. Let’s do this.” Our old friend Sanjaya is also back now and he has been watching the whole conversation like it’s the finale of a divine Netflix series. The essence of the Gita is here: ‘Always Remember Krishna, Never Forget Him.’ It has been our deepest honor to have you on this journey...

Krishna tells the ultimate secret here: Just love Him and you are set. He is giving major liberation vibes. Also, if you share this knowledge of the Gita with people whose hearts are ready for it, then you will automatically be one of Krishna’s favorite people. Thus, share this podcast with 3 people who are ready to receive Krishna’s epic words of wisdom!

Krishna tells Arjuna that if he lets his ego make decisions, life is going to get real messy, real quick. But if Arjuna teams up with the Divine, then he can gracefully overcome all the obstacles. Then Krishna gives Arjuna (and all of us!) free will. He drops the mic and basically tells Arjuna, ‘I've told you everything. Now it’s your move, bro. Do what you wish to do.’

In this episode, we talk about embracing imperfection while staying true to your purpose. Spiritual growth is about humility, steady action, and surrender. When we offer it all to the Divine, peace naturally follows. #bhagavadgita #gita #learninggita #krishna

In this episode, Krishna talks about different kinds of joy—and how some pleasures fade fast, while others grow over time. We also talk about how doing your own unique work (even if it’s not perfect) is powerful. Your path is meant for you. #bhagavadgita #gita #learninggita #krishna

In this episode, we break down the different styles of wisdom, courage, and happiness. The best kind of joy might start out a little slow and boring…but it ends up bringing deep peace and real strength. #bhagavadgita #gita #learninggita #krishna

In this episode, we explore how action really works—it’s not all on you! We also look at different kinds of knowledge, actions, and workers. Noticing your tendencies can help you grow with more clarity. #bhagavadgita #gita #learninggita #krishna

In this episode, Krishna talks about how to act without getting tangled in expectations. You’re not the only one doing the work—life is co-creating with you. Let go of the ego and keep showing up. #bhagavadgita #gita #learninggita #krishna

The last chapter! WE ARE FINALLY HERE! Now we dive into the difference between giving up actions vs. giving up attachment to results. You don’t have to stop doing things—you just do them with peace in your heart. It’s all about letting go on the inside. #bhagavadgita #gita #learninggita #krishna

In this episode, we explore inner practices—like speaking gently and thinking clearly. Even small, imperfect actions count when done with faith. It’s your sincerity that matters most, not perfection. #bhagavadgita #gita #learninggita #krishna

Now Krishna talks about what real spiritual practice looks like. Extreme or harsh rituals? Not the vibe. True giving, discipline, and sacrifice are done with love, kindness, and intention. #bhagavadgita #gita #learninggita #krishna

In this episode, we chat about how everyone has their own kind of faith—peaceful, fiery, or a bit confused. The way we worship usually reflects our nature. And that faith shapes the kind of person we become. #bhagavadgita #gita #learninggita #krishna

As we wrap up Chapter 16, Krishna explains that demonic beings, driven by ego, hypocrisy, and arrogance, perform ostentatious rituals without sincerity, disregarding divine principles. He warns that those who reject the scriptures and act selfishly are doomed to ignorance and suffering, urging Arjuna to follow the guidance of the shastras to determine right and wrong, thereby attaining liberation.

Now we’re going on in all the demonic qualities! Krishna describes the mindset of demonic individuals as arrogant, self-indulgent, and deluded by material desires, believing that life’s purpose is sense gratification, accumulating wealth through unjust means, and thinking themselves superior while disregarding dharma, ultimately leading to self-destruction.

In this episode, Krishna explains that beings are born with either divine or demonic qualities, where the divine lead to liberation and the demonic to bondage. He lists the demonic traits such as hypocrisy, arrogance, harshness, anger, ignorance, and lack of righteousness, which drive people away from truth and spiritual progress.

In the first few verses of Chapter 16, Krishna describes the divine qualities that lead to liberation. These virtues align one with the divine path, fostering spiritual growth and freedom from bondage.

In the final verses of Chapter 15, Krishna reveals that He is the Supreme Divine, the source of light, nourishment, memory, and knowledge, sustaining all beings and guiding them beyond the perishable (material world) and the imperishable (soul). He declares that knowing Him as the Supreme Truth liberates one from illusion, making this wisdom the highest teaching of the scriptures.

Krishna explains that our eternal soul is bound by material nature and experiences pleasure and pain through the mind and senses. While the ignorant fail to perceive the soul’s divine nature, the wise—through spiritual vision—recognize its transcendental presence beyond the physical body.

In this episode, Krishna describes how those who are free from pride, attachment, and delusion— go back to Him. He then reveals that His divine abode is beyond darkness, where the liberated souls go, never to return, as it is illuminated by His eternal presence rather than the sun, moon, or fire.

Welcome to Chapter 15! Krishna describes the material world as an impermanent upside-down tree, with roots in the spiritual realm and branches representing the material creation. To transcend this entangling tree, one must cultivate detachment and seek the supreme abode by understanding the eternal nature of the self. How fun! #bhagavadgita #gita

In this episode, Krishna explains that by transcending the three modes through devotion and spiritual wisdom, one can become free from birth, death, and suffering, attaining liberation. A person who sees the Divine as the ultimate source of creation, beyond the modes, achieves an eternal connection with the Supreme. That's the whole point, right? #bhagavadgita #gita

Tell me more about the modes of material nature, you say? Actions in goodness bring purity and wisdom, those in passion lead to suffering and attachment, while actions in ignorance result in ignorance and delusion. By understanding the influence of these modes and transcending them through spiritual realization, one can achieve liberation and rise above the dualities of material existence. Yay! #b...

Krishna explains how the dominant mode manifests in a person's behavior and destiny. When goodness prevails, one experiences clarity, knowledge, and purity, leading to higher spiritual realms after death. When passion dominates, greed, and restless desires prevail, binding the soul to action and rebirth in worldly conditions, whereas ignorance, characterized by ignorance and inactivity, leads to d...

Did someone say modes of material nature? Krishna sure did! In this episode, He elaborates on the influences of these three modes. Rajas (passion) arises from desire and attachment, leading to action and restlessness, while tamas (ignorance) brings laziness, and delusion. These modes continuously dominate and replace one another within the mind and body, binding the soul to the cycle of birth and...

Welcome to Chapter 14! In this episode, Krishna describes the knowledge of the three gunas (modes of nature)—sattva (goodness), rajas (passion), and tamas (ignorance)—that bind the soul to material existence. By transcending these modes through spiritual wisdom and devotion, one can achieve liberation and attain the ultimate goal of union with the Divine. #bhagavadgita #gita