Advaita After Hours

Mayapanchakam

Rajesh Ramanathan and Narayanan unpack Swami Paramatananda’s Maya Panchakam discourse and reveal why this short lecture lands like a complete reset for anyone trying to u

Teaching Balvihar - Books to YouTube to AI

Teaching isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about creating space for curiosity, dialogue, and growth. From Balvihar to AI, this conversation explores how educators

Shiva and Shakti

In our conversation, we dive into the profound meanings behind Shiva and Shakti, reflecting on how these archetypical energies guide our personal journeys. Shiva represe

Meditation

Hari Om, I am Rajesh Ramanathan and in today’s conversation, Narayanan and I delve into the multifaceted nature of meditation, exploring its purpose, challenges, and vari

Seva to Seva Bhava

In today’s conversation, Narayanan, Shillika, Gopi, Neha and I reflect on the differences between seva and seva bhava – the importance of intentionality behind an act of

Seva and Self Discovery

In today’s conversation, Narayanan, Shruthi, Arjun, Shillika and I reflect on the concept of Seva (selfless service) and its profound impact on personal growth, self-disc

New Year Reflections

In this New Year’s conversation, Narayanan, Shillika, Neha and I reflect on our spiritual experiences from last year. We explore the concepts of swadhyaya (self-study) an

Thanksgiving: Gratitude and Food

In today’s Post-Thanksgiving conversation, Narayanan and I reflect on saying thank you and living a life of gratitude. We discuss the role of food in our lives and dwell

Saranagati, surrender and unconditional love

Narayanan, Shillika and I reflect on the concept of Saranagati or surrender in the modern context. We talk about the relationship between surrender, ego and unconditional

Hanuman and Surrender

Hari Om, I am Rajesh and in today’s conversation, Narayanan, Gopi, Shillika and I reflect on a discourse by Swami Aparajitananda on the Sunderkand. We explore the lessons

Ego and Leadership

In today’s conversation, Narayanan, Kailash and I delve into the themes of ego and leadership. We explore the role of ego in decision-making, the importance of servant le

Ego and Non-Doership at Work

In today’s conversation, Narayanan and I delve into the concept of non-doership and its practical application in daily life. We explore the balance between personal agenc

Unseen Gurus in Nature and Beyond

In this episode, we explore the unseen gurus that play a transformative role in our personal growth. We discuss how nature, children, and everyday experiences serve as un

What is a Guru all about?

What's the difference between a Guru and Teacher? What are the qualifications to be a Guru? What do we need to bring to the table as a Shishya (student)? How do spiritual

Expressions of Bhakti

In this episode, Shillika, Narayanan and Rajesh discuss their personal expression of Bhakti and the factors that have influenced them. The conversation delves into the es

Bhakti Optional?

In this episode, we explore the concept of Bhakti, its significance in personal spirituality, and how it can be integrated into daily life. We discuss the various paths t