THINKING IS FREE

Are you able to find humor in life's twists and turns? Do you struggle to let go of both favorable and unfavorable outcomes? Today, Ishaanji guides Akash through the play of the mind and intellect, prompting deeper reflection. Who are we really, and how do we identify ourselves? Are we the person who thinks and feels, or is there a deeper essence beyond? And who is the 'you' that exist...

At the restaurant, do you find yourself arranging the plates before the waiter arrives? Have you ever pondered the disparities in life and why some face greater challenges than others? What role does personal effort play in our achievements, and how do we come to terms with the unfairness of life? Join Akash, Pooja, and Ishaanji as they delve into a thought-provoking experience shared by Akash dur...

Why do we serve? Is it for personal gain, to boost our social status, or to simply impress others? Today, in a deeply introspective conversation, Ishaanji, Pooja, and Akash explore the concept of Seva – selfless service – and the crucial importance of adopting the right attitude towards it. Serving others shouldn't be driven by ego or a desire for recognition. It's about aligning our actio...

Ever pondered the ethical implications of wealth accumulation? In today's thought-provoking episode, Ishaanji, Pooja, and Akash dive deep into the murky waters of wealth creation and spiritual ethics. They confront the age-old question: Is it ethical to amass wealth, especially if the goal of life is to reduce our desires? With an infinite supply of money at our fingertips, the temptation to e...

"Is finding 'the one' truly a universal truth, or just another societal construct? Today on our show, Ishaanji, Pooja, and Akash delve deep into the complexities of marriage and relationships. With societal pressures looming over us, is settling down and starting a family really the only path to happiness? Is there a one-size-fits-all approach to love and commitment? Join us as we nav...

Can you recall the amount of times the aunties and uncles have asked you when you're getting married or that you're going to be next when you are at your siblings wedding or that they know just the right boy or girl for you? Most have a dream to one day own their own house and raise a family but will this guarantee happiness? Today Ishaanji, Pooja and Akash talk about the duties and respon...

Hari Om, and a warm welcome back to another enlightening episode of "Thinking is Free"! Who doesn't relish the opportunity to engage with questions, especially when they come from across the globe? Today, Ishaanji, Pooja, and Akash dive into a thought-provoking query posed by one of our listeners from the UK. Together, they unravel the delicate balance between rights and duties, expl...

Are our lives predetermined by the stars, or do we hold the pen to our own destinies? Join Ishaanji, Pooja, and Akash today as they plunge into the captivating realm of astrology and fate. Together, they'll ponder whether we should sit back and await our fates or actively shape our own realities. And as they wrap up the episode, they'll explore the powerful impact of even the slightest shi...

Love is in the air! With Valentine's Day just around the corner, have you already picked out that perfect gift for your special someone? Today, Akash, Ishaanji, and Pooja are diving headfirst into the world of love, romance, and devotion. From dissecting love in popular culture to navigating the highs and lows of heartache, they'll explore the myriad ways we experience and express love. Jo...

Feeling lost about what you're doing and where you're going in life? Do you often feel like you struggle to make the right decisions or find yourself down a deep rabbit hole because you let the mind lead you astray. When everything in life seems to be all over the place we know we can count on our very own GPS to guide us towards the truth. Today Akash, Ishaanji and Pooja discuss Guru Para...

Have you ever been asked "where are you from?" when you live in a country different from your ancestral origin? How do you navigate the traditions of religion and culture in a western dominant society? Today Akash, IshaanJi and Pooja discuss their childhood as Indian children growing up in the western setting of New Zealand and how they continue to practice their culture.

Do you have a favorite God? Have you ever been asked why Hindus have so many Gods? Today marks the grand inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya and what better way than to recognize the occasion than to quiz IshaanJi on why there are so many Hindu Gods. Do you know what an Ishta Devata is? After listening to todays episode we hope you will have a more sound understanding and hopefully it will h...

The saying goes 'if you love what you, you'll never work a day in your life.' Do you agree? Do you think we need to maintain work life balance and can you best serve the world by doing so? Today the team discuss work life balance and view it through the lens of Vedanta. What if working for money wasn't the only option, would you still do what you do?

Do you know the difference is between self respect and pride? Have you ever felt like you should have been recognized for your achievements or service? When is okay to proud about what you have accomplished. Today Akash, Ishaan Ji and Pooja discuss the grey area and fine lines between having respect for ones self and the murky temporal of pride.

And just like that 2023 comes to an end! How does one reflect on the year that has been and the year to come? What does proper reflection entail and how can one go about correctly reflecting with the aid and guidance of a Guru and scriptures to set them on the path of success in 2024.

What is the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about death? Is it scary? What happens after I die? Who will look after my family? Today Ishaan Ji, Akash and Pooja discuss the beauty of death and how Vedanta sees past the limitations of our constructed and construed lens of the world.

Finding it hard to get Instant Happiness? Today Ishaanji and Akash break how to experience a taste of bliss while removing our expectations on the world.

Hari Om and welcome back everyone. Today the Akash, Ishaanji and Pooja talk about managing rage experienced while driving, why we prostrate and seek blessings from our elders and how we can cultivate mindfulness through our actions. It's a new episode format, we hope you enjoy it and would love to know your thoughts.

If you don't know what your purpose is can you still act meaningfully in this world? Are actions simply just actions and how can we go beyond this? Do you know what your purpose is?

Do you suffer from the travel bug? What is the true cost of travel? Could you cease all travel unless it was absolutely necessary?

You've seen the color, the lights and the food, BUT what does it all mean? We celebrate for the many days, gather with family and make resolutions about who we want to be and what we want to achieve. Today the team discusses the significance of Diwali and how we can use the occasion to grow spiritually. Happy Diwali from Ishaanji, Akash and Pooja to all our listeners form around the world.

Have you ever thought about taking a break from your purpose? Have you ever thought about dropping a long term standard for a short term reward? Is it really worth it? I s the grass really greener on the other side?

Ishaanji, Akash and the nation are all hurting after suffering nail biting losses in both the cricket and rugby world cups. If there is a winner, there will always be a loser. Losing can be hard, it hurts and is something we have to live with. So how can we become good losers? How can we go beyond winning and loosing and falling prey to the ups and downs in this game we call life?

When do you experience happiness? Are you tired of surfing through the peaks and troughs of life? What if you knew there were different levels to your happiness? What would you do if you could tap into a painless, infinite source of happiness? 

If we know the world we believe isn't real, why do anything? Why go to work, why raise a family, why go through the troughs and peaks of life? What is the purpose of the world and life? How do we broaden our understanding of who we are and transform our micro problems into macro problems? Imagine who we could be if we expanded ourselves and realized our infinitude.