The Philosophy of Now

As spiritual seekers, it is very common to explore the many options available in the buffet of practices - mantras, yoga styles, different traditions and even religions. When we learn - we grow. And inaction, we may become complacent. But how do we know in this process of exploration and seeking, we aren't just digging a bunch of holes but won't find the water? In other words, while exploration an...

Through the course of our lives, we take on so many roles, desires, activities, friend circles, cultures and traditions. Unknowingly, we are accumulating identities. Amidst all of that, how do we stay grounded in who we are? In fact, is it okay to have so many facets and identities. Born in India and raised in California, renowned musician and popular singer Sid Sriram breaks down how his multicul...

In our journey as seekers of development, progress, higher purpose or happiness, we are often told to be life-long students. But how do we TRULY practice this? How do we turn every mundane activity into an opportunity for spiritual practice? Is this realistic for beginners or isn't this just meant for highly-elevated human-beings? It's certainly easier said than done. But today we dissect and intr...

Let's set the scene - you are the epic warrior of the Mahabharata, Arjuna, distraught on the battlefield. Unable to decide- to fight or not to fight? The classic Hamlet: to be or not to be? What is the right side? In our own day-to-day lives, we experience similar hurdles of the right thing to do vs the thing you wanna do. Or sometimes what is expected of you vs the right thing to do? How do we na...

Welcome to Season 5 of The Philosophy of Now podcast! This season we will take us all on a journey of contemplation, community and meditation - but through a unique path. Along with our deep conversations with some of the most inspiring and renowned minds, leaders, artists and thinkers, we will also be taking us all on a story of deep reflection. Through storytelling, moments of contemplation and...

In this week's consistent contemplation episode, we discuss the essence and themes of the Holiday season! What should we be reflecting on during this joyful season? And how can we deepen our experience and journey WITHIN? Let's take a look and introspect together. New episodes COMING SOON - STAY TUNED! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we look back at the Thanksgiving season, we reflect on what we learned, the beauty of gratitude and meditating on the joys and world we have to be happy for. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this month's Consistent Contemplation, we reflect on a simple yet deeply insightful quote by the great educator and thinker, Maxine Greene: "I am what I am not yet." We dive into how that quote relates into our lives, in how we see the world around us and ultimately we meditate upon it throw a guided mindfulness session. As always, The Philosophy of Now is a medium - a community for us all to l...

Let's revisit our phenomenal conversation with the renowned quantum physicist, Dr. Fritjof Capra - from Season 2 of the show! We dive into how spirituality and yoga philosophy helped understand the universe better, how he wrote the 'Tao of Physics,' and where he sees the two worlds of science and spirituality truly merging. Let's learn and reflect together! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Let's revisit our deeply insightful and introspective journey with Acharya Prashant, a renowned scholar, teacher and best-selling author of Vedanta philosophy and Hinduism. We learn about the Bhagavad Gita's insights, how to rigorously get to the core of our being and what it means to SEEK. Let's listen and learn together! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to our latest consistent contemplation episode! The summer is ending soon and we've all had our fair share of socializing and busy weeks and weekends. How do we bring attention to ourselves and our wellbeing? Is it ok to want to be alone? What does it mean to have a fulfilled indifference? Let's reflect and meditate together on this journey WITHIN... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

This week, we revisit the episode with Sri M, the yogic master and founder of the Satsang Foundation. He speaks on the essence of yoga and how we can follow this DEEP philosophical tradition in the modern times - even if you're an atheist! Sri M speaks on what success means to him and the spirit of spirituality that the modern youth should have. He also speaks on how we can assess the right gurus...

In this week's Consistent Contemplation, we explore the practice of writing. Yes - literally writing with a physical pen and notepad or journal. We often disregard the act of sitting in our full presence and writing down our observations, reflections, and thoughts. This may be out of the bustle of doing it for daily tasks, fear, or even laziness, but the act itself is freeing. Let's find out how t...

In this week's Consistent Contemplation , we explore the meaning of the word, 'Essence '. We use that word lightly to mean so many things, but by definition, it allows us to consider something's nature. This episode is an inspired practice from the last few episodes. In fact, it is an extrapolation of our LIVE event with Swami Sarvapriyananda! Check that out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J...

In this week's episode, we present to you a special recording of our first LIVE event! This is the second part of two . Check out the FULL Episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJBgUmYk1cs Subscribe to the podcast HERE: https://lnk.to/thephilosophyofnow-swami-sarvapriyananda In Midtown Manhattan on June 5th, we had as our guest the incredible Swami Sarvapriyananda. Along with an interview,...

In this week's episode, we present to you a special recording of our first LIVE event! This is the first part of two . Check out the LIVE Stream here: https://youtube.com/live/CFWd-587SI4?feature=share In Midtown Manhattan on June 5th, we had as our guest the incredible Swami Sarvapriyananda. Along with an interview, we led a reflection practice with our in-person and stream audience! Swamiji is a...

In this week's Consistent Contemplation episode, we explore the range of episodes of the last few weeks. From understanding our intuition and gut feeling to recognizing the heart's desire for service, these episodes truly enhanced our spiritual journeys. Today, in our guided practice and reflection, we explore how we often orient service to the outside world before recognizing ourselves. Secondly,...

Why does taking care of our mental health and wellbeing feel selfish? Why do we feel guilty, as youth, when we take care of ourselves? Nikhil Taneja, co-founder of Yuvaa, a media organization spreading mental health awareness amongst youth in India, explains how taking care of ourselves is SELFLESS. During this mental health pandemic, it was important to REVISIT this episode. How can we remain spi...

From Stanford University to the Himalayas. Today, we have the privilege of speaking with a premier personality who brings thousands towards a spiritual lifestyle. Sadhviji Bhagawati Saraswati, PhD is the guest on our latest episode! She is the leader of the largest ashram and retreat center in Hrishikesh (the foothils of the Himalayas: Parmarth Niketan . She also does tremendous non-profit work th...

What does it mean to "go with your gut?" We hear that phrase often - but when do we know what is that gut feeling - our inner voice? Dayal Gauranga, a former monk and renowned wellness and therapy coach, guides us through these questions. He helps us look within and learn to trust ourselves. As a practitioner of Bhakti and Kirtan music, Dayal dives into his relationship with God and how we can lea...

In this week's Consistent Contemplation episode, we explore the range of episodes of the last few weeks. From understanding the teachings of suffering for our spiritual practices to the need for service to embracing the "Mamba Mentality," these episodes truly enhanced our spiritual journeys. In our guided meditation, we explore the idea of how insignificant we may feel in front of the universe and...

How did Kobe Bryant truly dive into the clutch moments of a game through mamba mentality? How did Michael Jordan's Chicago Bulls focus as winners like Zen masters? Well, there was a secret weapon behind it all - George Mumford. George is a psychologist and mindfulness coach who has worked closely alongside Phil Jackson's Chicago Bulls, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan and other Olympic athletes to help...

This week we revisit an episode from a previous season. In The Philosophy of Now sanctuary, we believe in revisiting conversations that can help us reflect and think more deeply when we take another look. Sometimes revisiting ourselves or the conversation itself can help us grow for our present moment. This Rama Navmi, birth celebration and holiday of Lord Rama, and Hanuman Jayanti, Lord Hanuman,...

Can suffering actually be a gem - a silver lining? How can suffering actually become our guiding light on our spiritual journeys? My guest today helps us understand the value and importance of suffering through the Tibetan Buddhist lens. Lopön Chandra Easton is a renowned Tibetan Buddhist teacher, scholar and author. She is the Vajra Teacher at the Tara Mandala Retreat Center and professor at the...

In our second consistent contemplation episode, we bring you with us in this sanctuary. This sanctuary is an opportunity for us to come together a community and reflect on ourselves and the previous episodes we've heard. We kick it off with a guided meditation to inquire into the self, and the fluctuating nature of thoughts. We reflect on the teachings of Dr. Edwin Bryant and Spring Washam, our pr...