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Discover the life-changing wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita with Krsnadaasa, a pragmatic spiritualist. Through profound yet practical teachings, unlock your true potential and find inner peace. Inspired by great spiritual masters, Krsnadaasa presents Krishna's authentic messages in a relatable way, empowering you to transform your life and contribute to a more compassionate world. Embark on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening that transcends time and culture. Experience the transformative power of practical spirituality in your daily life.

  1. Pragmatic Gita: Chapter 2: Ayam Sanatanaha - The Causeless Eternal Soul [2.19 to 2.24]

    6D AGO

    Pragmatic Gita: Chapter 2: Ayam Sanatanaha - The Causeless Eternal Soul [2.19 to 2.24]

    Complete text can be found here: https://pragmaticgita.com/ayam-sanatanaha-the-causeless-eternal-soul/ Ayam Sanatanaha. What does this ancient phrase from the Bhagavad Gita mean? It holds a secret to overcoming our deepest fears and answering life's most profound question: "Who am I?" It is a declaration that your true self is eternal, primordial, and has no cause. In This Episode, You'll Discover: The deep meaning of the Sanskrit phrase Ayam Sanatanaha - the causeless, eternal soul. Why the Gita describes the soul (Atman) as unborn, and how this establishes its eternal nature. A clear explanation of why the soul is considered indestructible, beyond the reach of any physical harm. How this single realization can dismantle the five core afflictions (kleshas) that cause all human suffering, especially the fear of death. An introduction to the yogic paths that serve as a practical roadmap for experiencing this truth directly. The timeless analogy of the soul changing bodies like we change clothes, reframing our perspective on life and death. In this discussion, we journey to the very heart of Sanatana Dharma teachings to uncover a truth that liberates. We often live our lives identified with our temporary roles, our bodies, and our minds. We feel the sting of every loss and fear every ending. But the wisdom of "Ayam Sanatanaha" invites us to identify with something infinitely more vast and stable. It tells us that the soul transcends the body and mind. This is not just philosophy; it is a blueprint for a fearless existence. Join us as we explore how to shift our identity from the fleeting to the eternal, and in doing so, find the unshakable peace that is our very nature. krsnadaasa (Servant of Krishna)

    1h 15m
  2. Pragmatic Gita: Titiksha - Guided Meditation for Inner Calmness - Samatvam

    AUG 18

    Pragmatic Gita: Titiksha - Guided Meditation for Inner Calmness - Samatvam

    Guided Meditation: Developing Inner Stillness and Calmness Approx. Time: 13 minutes The complete episode explaining all the relevant shlokas [2.14 to 2.18] can be found here: https://pragmaticgita.com/art-of-equanimity/ Part 1: The Invitation to Stillness & So Hum Breath Begin by finding a relaxed, upright posture—on a chair or the floor, avoiding soft surfaces. Rest your hands on your lap and gently close your eyes.Take a moment to settle into presence—this body, this breath, this moment. Let the world outside pause.Bring awareness to your breath.As you inhale, silently say “So…”—feel the air move from nostrils to belly.As you exhale, say “Hum…”—feel the breath release from belly to nostrils.Let go of tension with each breath.So… Hum… So… Hum… Part 2: The Nature of Experience Let your breath flow naturally.Now reflect on a secret from Shri Krishna in the Gita:"mātrā-sparśās tu kaunteya śītoṣṇa-sukha-duḥkha-dāḥ āgamāpāyino 'nityās tāṁs titikṣasva bhārata" All experiences—pleasure and pain—arise from contact between senses and objects. They come and go. They are impermanent.Recall the warmth of the sun… now let it go.Recall the chill of a breeze… now let it go.Recall harsh words… let go of discomfort.Recall praise… let go of pleasure.Each sensation arises and fades.We suffer when we cling to joy or resist pain.Now, imagine yourself as a strong tree.Your deep roots symbolize your true Self.On a sunny day, warmth spreads—success, praise. Feel it, but don’t cling.Then the sky darkens—blame, failure. Feel it, but don’t resist.As the tree, you endure both sun and storm.This is titiksha—graceful endurance, wise acceptance. Part 3: Resting in the Eternal Self Now shift perspective. You are not just the tree.You are also the earth that holds it.You are the sky that holds both sun and storm.Return to So Hum breathing.So… Hum… So… Hum…Affirm: “I am That.”That which is aware. That which is unchanging.This awareness is Sat—eternal, real, untouched by change. Part 4: Returning with Equanimity Let your breath return to its natural rhythm.Feel the calmness within you—independent of circumstances.This is the art of equanimity.To remain steady in joy and sorrow is the path to liberation.Carry this inner peace with you.Remember the wisdom of the tree and the vastness of the sky.When ready, gently open your eyes. krsnadaasa (Servant of Krishna)

    14 min
  3. Pragmatic Gita: Chapter 2: Art of Equanimity [2.14 to 2.18]

    AUG 18

    Pragmatic Gita: Chapter 2: Art of Equanimity [2.14 to 2.18]

    Life often feels like an unpredictable ocean, tossing us between the high waves of success and the deep troughs of failure. This endless cycle of pleasure and pain can leave us feeling drained and searching for solid ground. But what if you could find an unshakeable anchor right in the middle of that storm? In this episode, we journey into the heart of the Bhagavad Gita to uncover a timeless secret: the art of equanimity. Guided by the profound words of Shri Krishna on the battlefield, which is a powerful metaphor for our own internal struggles. We explore a spiritual technology for mastering our mind and discovering a peace that cannot be disturbed. We’ll explore one of the most practical lessons from the Gita, where Shri Krishna reveals a surprising truth: our suffering doesn’t come from the world itself, but from the fleeting feelings of happiness and distress created by our senses. He explains that these experiences all share three qualities: they appear, they disappear, and they are temporary. This episode unpacks why trying to cling to pleasure and run from pain is a futile chase that only creates more suffering, and we’ll discuss Krishna’s powerful solution: learning to gracefully endure them both. This is a practical guide for a resilient life. We’ll talk about the crucial difference between the eternal Self and the temporary body, learning that our true nature is an indestructible anchor in a changing world. You will learn how to be like a mighty oak tree in a storm, swaying with the fierce winds of life while remaining deeply and immovably rooted. We’ll also touch on the "Eight Worldly Winds" described by Lord Buddha (praise and blame, success and failure, pleasure and pain), and see how a balanced mind is our ultimate shield. In a world that constantly pulls for our attention, the ability to remain centered is not a luxury, but a necessity. Shri Krishna teaches that a person who remains steady through happiness and distress is the one who becomes truly free. This episode is your first step on a journey toward inner wisdom, helping you accept what you cannot change and find the courage to act with purpose. krsnadaasa (Servant of Krishna)

    1h 21m
  4. Pragmatic Gita: Journey Home - Neti Meditation to discover 'Who Am I'

    AUG 16

    Pragmatic Gita: Journey Home - Neti Meditation to discover 'Who Am I'

    Welcome. There is a question that has haunted humanity since we first gazed at our own reflection... a question that lives in your heart right now… Who am I? Today, we walk an ancient path together to find the answer. It is a path of sacred discovery, where we find the diamond of our true self by gently letting go of everything we are not. When you're ready, softly close your eyes, feeling yourself opening up to the quiet infinity within.  Let's now attune ourselves to the cosmic frequency through the rhythm of So Hum breathing.  Breathing in slowly, please say in your mind ‘So’… feeling the air gradually flowing from your nostril to your heart and finally resting in your belly. Feel the air as you breathe. Now, breathe out gently, and say in your mind ‘Hum’… feeling the air flowing back from your belly through your chest and throat and out your nostrils. Repeat. Here is the first truth for us to realize. If I can watch the breath, then I cannot be the breath. The observer cannot be the same as whatever they are observing. Let this truth sink deep into mind… I am not this breath. Now, let's focus on our thoughts. See how they arise from nowhere, and disappear. Now, you are observing your thoughts, so you cannot be your thoughts. Tell yourself “ I am not my thoughts. I am the witness of my thoughts”. Now, focus on your emotions. Remember any sad moment from your life. Then remember any joyful moment from your life. Just observe the emotions. Don’t engage with them. See how quickly they are able to appear and disappear. Now, you are observing your emotions, so you cannot be your emotions. Tell yourself… I am experiencing emotions but I am not my emotions. Now we come to the most intimate illusion, this body you've so strongly identified with. Bring your awareness to your hands, these have helped you perform innumerable activities. If they are your hands, who is the you that they belong to? If these hands were lost, wouldn’t you still be you? Tell yourself. These hands serve me, so I am not my hands. Think of your legs in the same way. Your legs have carried you to countless places. If you lost your legs, you would still be you. Tell yourself… My legs carry me, but I am not my legs. I will still be Me even without my legs. Now focus on your senses. You will realize how you always say “My eyes, My nose, My tongue, My ears….” So, your senses belong to you so you cannot be your senses. Tell yourself… My senses help me perceive the material world, but I am not my senses. Feel your heart, sustainer of life. This heart has been your faithful companion, yet you know hearts can be transplanted. Another person’s heart can beat inside your chest and still, You will remain You. Tell yourself… My heart beats for me, but I am not my heart. And now, the brain, the final frontier. This magnificent biocomputer processes data for you. It thinks for you. It asks questions and finds answers for you. But people have survived with half their brain removed, still referring to themselves as 'I'. Not as ‘half I’. There are people whose brains have totally stopped functioning and doctors say that the person is ‘brain dead’. But the person is still there. So we are not our brains either. Tell yourself… I am not even my brain." Now tell yourself .. “I am not my breath, I am not my thoughts, I am not my emotions, I am not my body parts, I am not even my brain…” SO, If I am none of these… WHO…AM…I !? Say this affirmation in your mind… “I am the pure consciousness, I am the silent witness, I am eternal, pure, and free.” From this place, slowly allow your awareness to flow back through the body, like sunlight streaming through a window. Take a deep breath. When you're ready, slowly open your eyes. Remember what you touched upon here. You are not a human having a spiritual experience. You are Spirit having a human experience. Tat Tvam Asi. That Thou Art. The meditation is complete. The living practice now begins. krsnadaasa (Servant of Krishna)

    10 min
  5. Pragmatic Gita: Chapter 2: Eternal Nature Of The Soul [2.10 to 2.13]

    AUG 11

    Pragmatic Gita: Chapter 2: Eternal Nature Of The Soul [2.10 to 2.13]

    Have you ever felt completely stuck, trapped in a mental maze of overthinking? This state, where endless analysis leads to no action, has a modern name: "analysis paralysis." Yet, this is an ancient human predicament. On the grand battlefield of Kurukshetra, the mighty warrior Arjuna found himself in this exact state, overwhelmed by grief, doubt, and fear, incapable of action. But his crisis became the stage for one of history's most profound teachings, delivered by Sri Krishna. In this episode, we journey to the heart of this sacred moment. We witness Sri Krishna, with a serene and gentle smile, begin to dismantle Arjuna's confusion. He starts not with a command to fight, but with a revolutionary truth designed to reframe reality itself: the eternal nature of the soul. We will explore Krishna's opening teachings from verses 2.11 to 2.13 of the Bhagavad Gita , which declare that the wise grieve for neither the living nor the dead because the essence of who we are can never cease to be. We'll dissect this timeless wisdom through multiple lenses: Buddha's Concept of Papanca: Discover the ancient Buddhist term for the mind's tendency to create suffering through endless mental chatter, illustrated by the powerful parable of the poisoned arrow. The Science of Consciousness: Explore how modern science, as highlighted by Dr. Deepak Chopra, inadvertently supports these ancient truths. Learn how your body’s cells are in constant renewal, yet your sense of self remains, pointing to a consciousness that is unchanging. The Soul's Journey: Understand Krishna's logical explanation that just as we pass from childhood to youth to old age in one body, the soul similarly passes to another body at death. This isn't just a philosophical discussion; it's a practical guide to overcoming the most fundamental human fears. In an age of information overload and existential anxiety, these teachings offer a stable foundation. By understanding the eternal nature of the soul, you can learn to navigate life's "battlefields" with the same calm composure as Krishna. This episode provides the tools to move from confusion to clarity, from fear to fearlessness, and from paralysis to purposeful action. Join us as we uncover the secret to transforming your perspective on life, death, and your own immortal identity. krsnadaasa (Servant of Krishna)

    1h 8m
  6. Pragmatic Gita: Guided Meditation - Seeking Divine Guidance Through Surrender

    AUG 5

    Pragmatic Gita: Guided Meditation - Seeking Divine Guidance Through Surrender

    Following the example of Arjuna, this is a guided meditation to seek divine guidance to find solutions to some of the biggest challenges we are facing in our lives. If followed with faith and humility, seekers will certainly receive inner guidance leading to successful resolution of their life challenges.Based specifically on Bhagavad Gita, 2.7:कार्पण्यदोषोपहतस्वभाव:पृच्छामि त्वां धर्मसम्मूढचेता: |यच्छ्रेय: स्यान्निश्चितं ब्रूहि तन्मेशिष्यस्तेऽहं शाधि मां त्वां प्रपन्नम् || 7||kārpaṇya-doṣhopahata-svabhāvaḥpṛichchhāmi tvāṁ dharma-sammūḍha-chetāḥyach-chhreyaḥ syānniśhchitaṁ brūhi tanmeśhiṣhyaste ’haṁ śhādhi māṁ tvāṁ prapannamI am confused about my duty, and am besieged with anxiety and faintheartedness. I am Your disciple, and am surrendered to You. Please instruct me for certain what is best for me.krsnadaasahttps://pragmaticgita.com

    8 min
  7. Pragmatic Gita: Chapter 2: Arjuna's Surrender [2.4 to 2.9]

    AUG 4

    Pragmatic Gita: Chapter 2: Arjuna's Surrender [2.4 to 2.9]

    Have you ever faced a decision so overwhelming that it left you completely paralyzed? A moment where all your knowledge and experience only seemed to add to your confusion, leaving you lost and in despair? In this episode, we delve into one of the most pivotal moments in spiritual literature: the profound despair and ultimate surrender of the mighty warrior Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Drawing from an in-depth analysis of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically verses 2.4 to 2.9, we witness a hero at his breaking point. Arjuna, faced with the heart-wrenching duty of fighting his own beloved teachers and relatives, is overcome by grief. He questions the very purpose of victory, seeing only blood-stained pleasures in its aftermath. This state of inner turmoil, which the text describes as a modern-day 'analysis paralysis,' shatters his resolve. He famously tells Lord Krishna, "Govinda, I shall not fight," and falls silent. This episode explores the critical lessons embedded in this divine exchange. We unpack the profound distinction between knowledge and intelligence. Arjuna possessed vast scriptural knowledge, yet his emotional turmoil rendered it useless, highlighting how intelligence, the ability to apply knowledge wisely, is a higher faculty. We discuss the subtle but powerful influence of our obligations and even the food we eat on our conscience, referencing the poignant story of Bhishma on his deathbed. The core of our discussion centers on the transformative power of Arjuna's Surrender. We examine the crucial turning point where the warrior’s pride dissolves, and the humble student is born. Arjuna’s declaration, kārpanya-doshopahata-svabhāvaḥ ("my nature is afflicted by the fault of weakness"), followed by the sacred commitment śiṣyaḥ te aham ("I am your disciple... I have surrendered to you"), is a masterclass in humility. This act of setting aside the ego is what finally opens the door to divine wisdom. We explore why this step is essential for any true learning and transformation to begin, reflecting on the importance of a guru in life. Join us as we uncover how Arjuna's confusion and despair became the fertile ground for the most profound spiritual teachings ever imparted to humanity. This isn't just an ancient story; it's a timeless guide for anyone navigating their own battlefield of life. krsnadaasa(Servant of Krishna)

    1h 2m
  8. Pragmatic Gita: Chapter 2: Inner Saboteur [2.1 to 2.3]

    JUL 27

    Pragmatic Gita: Chapter 2: Inner Saboteur [2.1 to 2.3]

    Discover Your Inner Saboteur Through Ancient Wisdom In this groundbreaking episode, we explore how the Bhagavad Gita's second chapter reveals the inner saboteur, that destructive voice within us all that whispers "You're not good enough," "Why even try?" and "You'll fail like always." Through the dramatic confrontation between Arjuna and Krishna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, we uncover timeless techniques for recognizing and defeating this internal enemy. What happens when the greatest warrior of his age collapses in tears, paralyzed by his own mind? Krishna's response isn't sympathy, but it's what modern psychology calls a "pattern interrupt." You'll discover why Krishna declares "This weakness doesn't suit you!" and how this apparent harshness is actually the deepest compassion. Learn how the inner saboteur operates like a skilled thief, losing its power the moment we catch it in action with our awareness. This episode introduces "Pragma 1: Recognize the saboteur within you. Don't give in to it. Confront it and vanquish it." We decode Sanskrit terms like "kashmalam" (spiritual contamination) and "klaibyam" (impotence of character) to understand how our inner saboteur manifests in modern life, from workplace anxiety to relationship avoidance to personal growth paralysis. Through interactive exercises and real-world applications, you'll learn: How to catch your inner saboteur in action using awareness techniquesThe difference between being the witness of negative thoughts versus identifying with themWhy firm guidance sometimes serves us better than sympathyHow to transform "I am weak" into "A thought of weakness is arising"Practical applications for conquering the inner saboteur in workplace challenges, difficult conversations, and personal developmentJoin us as we journey through verses 2.1-2.3 of the Bhagavad Gita, where Krishna reveals that our true nature isn't temporary weakness but eternal strength. Whether you're facing your personal Kurukshetra or simply tired of self-defeating patterns, this episode offers both profound philosophy and practical tools for silencing your inner saboteur once and for all. krsnadaasa (Servant of Krishna)

    58 min
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Discover the life-changing wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita with Krsnadaasa, a pragmatic spiritualist. Through profound yet practical teachings, unlock your true potential and find inner peace. Inspired by great spiritual masters, Krsnadaasa presents Krishna's authentic messages in a relatable way, empowering you to transform your life and contribute to a more compassionate world. Embark on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening that transcends time and culture. Experience the transformative power of practical spirituality in your daily life.

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