Bhagavad Gita and Vedanta for Everyday Living

Gautamji talks on Chapter 1 - The Yoga of Arjuna's Despondency In this episode, Gautamji explains the first principle of Karma Yoga: performing the right action simply because it ought to be done, regardless of personal preference. He sheds light on how the intention behind our actions determines the accumulation of sin. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad Gita is a spiritual and philosophical ma...

Gautamji talks on Chapter 1 - The Yoga of Arjuna's Despondency In this episode, Gautamji invites us to reflect on the root cause of human decline. He explains how the mind, left undirected, becomes a random, indiscriminate flow of thoughts. Through Vedanta, he illuminates how we can gain clarity on our purpose in this world and take steps toward fulfilling it. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad...

Gautamji Answers Questions from Students In this episode, Gautamji clarifies the correct approaches to practicing Karma, Bhakti, and Gyana yoga, emphasizing the importance of self-analysis to determine one's nature and select the appropriate spiritual practice for personal growth. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad Gita is a spiritual and philosophical masterpiece that contains the universal wis...

Gautamji talks on Chapter 1 - The Yoga of Arjuna's Despondency In this episode, Gautamji answers questions from students on superstitions, law of causation, impediments in our path, the subtle intellect and the three kinds of seekers. He highlights the importance in having a sense of proportion even when doing a righteous action. In verse 31, he explains Arjuna’s false vairagya or renunciation and...

Gautamji talks on Chapter 1 - The Yoga of Arjuna's Despondency In this episode, Gautamji explains how the mind becomes agitated and disturbed when we personalize our actions through selfishness. This in turn clouds our judgement and impairs our actions. He recapitulates the four ages of perception, superstition, scientific enquiry, and contemplation. He also elaborates on the symbolism of Lord Gan...

Gautamji Answers Questions from Students In this episode, Gautamji explores Vasanas—the root cause of our thoughts and desires—and how to address the agitations that stem from the chain of actions they trigger. He also shares effective methods for controlling desires and attachments. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad Gita is a spiritual and philosophical masterpiece that contains the universal...

Gautamji talks on Chapter 1 - The Yoga of Arjuna's Despondency In this episode, Gautamji explains the fundamental law of causation, showing how our past actions shape our present nature. He delves into Arjuna’s distorted thinking as he attempts to justify his misguided renunciation to Lord Krishna and also outlines the four stages of intellectual growth. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad Gita i...

Gautamji Answers Questions from Students In this episode, Gautamji addresses questions from students on how to cultivate empathy and navigate challenging situations, the deeper significance of the Ekalavya story, the role of a Guru in removing obstacles for sincere seekers, and the meaning of pursuing a higher purpose in our goals. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad Gita is a spiritual and philo...

Gautamji talks on Chapter 1 - The Yoga of Arjuna's Despondency Gautamji highlights various interesting details of the battlefield, the significance of blowing a conch, the meanings of different names of Krishna and why the knowledge of the Gita is given between the two armies. He also explains how selfishness causes fear in us and how a little bit of Vedantic knowledge can help one conquer fear. H...

Gautamji Answers Questions from Students In this episode, Gautamji elaborates on the techniques that are helpful to maintain a spiritual focus in life, the importance of developing one's intellect and the practices required to develop an intellect. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad Gita is a spiritual and philosophical masterpiece that contains the universal wisdom of life applicable to all hum...

Gautamji talks on Chapter 1 - The Yoga of Arjuna's Despondency In this episode, Gautamji talks about Duryodhana, who epitomizes an egoistic person. He believes he is superior to others; and is convinced others share the same view. And this leads to his fear, agitation and anxiety. However, with the knowledge of the Self, one can destroy the demons of ego and egocentric desires residing within us....

Gautamji talks on Chapter 1 - The Yoga of Arjuna's Despondency In this episode, Gautamji explains how our higher spiritual aspirations are outnumbered by our negative selfish (material and sensual) tendencies. He re-iterates the importance of a strong intellect which will help us overcome our limitations. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad Gita is a spiritual and philosophical masterpiece that c...

Gautamji Answers Questions from Students In this episode, Gautamji explains the method to attaining lasting fulfillment and happiness in our lives by developing contentment and gratitude. He also provides techniques for setting goals and developing a plan for life. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad Gita is a spiritual and philosophical masterpiece that contains the universal wisdom of life appl...

Gautamji talks on Chapter 1 - The Yoga of Arjuna's Despondency In this episode, Gautamji discusses Duryodhana's fear revealed through his arrogance and how selfishness is the root of all fear. He also addresses questions on aggressive goodness and the importance of developing the intellect. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad Gita is a spiritual and philosophical masterpiece that contains the uni...

Gautamji talks on Chapter 1 - The Yoga of Arjuna's Despondency In this episode, Gautamji explains how the Gita provides the complete prescription for life both from a spiritual and everyday living perspective including the key teaching of ending perception with perception to overcome the habit of lingering. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad Gita is a spiritual and philosophical masterpiece that...

Gautamji talks on Chapter 1 - The Yoga of Arjuna's Despondency In this episode, Gautamji starts at the beginning of the Gita with Chapter One Verse One, delving into the definition of 'Yoga', the structure of the Gita, and its philosophical significance. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad Gita is a spiritual and philosophical masterpiece that contains the universal wisdom of life applicable to a...

We are excited to announce a new phase in our podcast journey as Gautamji begins teaching the Bhagavad Gita from the very beginning, exploring its timeless wisdom and discussing the significance and historical background of Vedanta philosophy. More about the podcast: The Bhagavad Gita is a spiritual and philosophical masterpiece that contains the universal wisdom of life applicable to all human be...