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Bhagavad Gita - Lessons for Your Daily Life

Ajay Tejwani

34 episodes

In a world where our roles and challenges constantly shift—whether as students, homemakers, professionals, or entrepreneurs—the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita holds timeless relevance. Bhagavad Gita - Lessons For Your Daily Life is my humble attempt to bridge ancient spiritual insights with practical, everyday life. Drawing from my own journey with the Gita, I’ve compiled essential lessons that guide us to live with purpose, clarity, and resilience, no matter our path. This book presents teachings in a way that is approachable, actionable, and immediately applicable to real-life situations, inviting readers to cultivate inner strength and spiritual alignment as they navigate modern life.

Episodes

  1. The only person who can change you is YOU!

    · 5:58 · S1 E35

    This lesson from the Bhagavad Gita For Your Daily Life, emphasizing self-reliance in personal transformation. It uses the example of Krishna guiding Arjuna, not changing him, to illustrate the principle of inner…

  2. Cultivate devotion for God

    · 7:21

    This lesson is based on the Bhagavad Gita, focusing on cultivating devotion to God as a path to spiritual liberation and inner peace. The lesson emphasizes yoga as union with the self and the divine, requiring…

  3. Do not Judge or Harm People

    · 6:43 · S1 E5

    This lesson advocates for treating everyone equally by avoiding judgment, emphasizing that judging others also reflects negatively on oneself. It suggests that this practice fosters a more positive mindset and improved…

  4. Happiness = Reality - Expectations

    · 7:23 · S1 E1

    This lesson detail instructions for a lesson based on the Bhagavad Gita, focusing on the equation "Happiness = Reality - Expectations." The lesson uses the story of Arjuna and Lord Krishna on the battlefield to…

  5. Know and control yourself first before controlling others

    · 6:42 · S1 E29

    This lesson explores the importance of self-awareness and self-control in achieving fulfillment and purpose. It argues that understanding one's core values, goals, and purpose is essential for navigating life's…

  6. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Seek guidance from wise mentors and teachers.

    · 13 min · S1 E30

    The lesson emphasizes the importance of asking for help and provides examples of how this principle can be applied across different life stages and professions, from teenagers to entrepreneurs. The lesson is rooted in…

  7. Happiness = Reality - Expectations

    · 7:10 · S1 E29

    In this lesson from Bhagavad Gita for Your Daily Life by Ajay Tejwani, the author uses the the scene of Arjuna and Lord Krishna on the battlefield to illustrate the concept of happiness being the difference between…

  8. Do not harm or judge other people.

    · 6:16 · S1 E28

    This lesson emphasizes the principle of ahimsa (non-violence) and encourages listeners to refrain from causing harm to others. It also advocates for avoiding judgment, emphasizing a compassionate approach to…

  9. Any decision is time relevant. The decision needs to change with changing times.

    · 4:07 · S1 E27

    This lesson outlines the script for an audio dialog based on the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred Hindu scripture. The dialog focuses on the lesson of how decisions must adapt to changing times, drawing inspiration from the…

  10. Mahabharata - An Introduction

    · 16 min · S1 E1

    This is an introduction to the Mahabharata, one of the two major epics of ancient India. The text provides a summary of the epic's story, which centers around the conflict between the Pandavas and the Kauravas, two…

  11. Change your perception to change your mindset.

    · 5:10 · S1 E25

    This lesson outlines that by changing our perception we can alter our mindset, drawing inspiration from the Bhagavad Gita and the story of Arjuna and Krishna. The text suggests that by reframing our perspectives on…

  12. Recognizing and adhering to our Duty, or Dharma, is essential.

    · 5:28 · S1 E23

    This lesson discusses the importance of recognizing and fulfilling one's duty, or Dharma, as outlined in the Bhagavad Gita. The text highlights that distractions can hinder our ability to fulfill our duties, as…

  13. Do Not go where E-go takes you.

    · 5:07 · S1 E23

    The central message in this lesson emphasizes the dangers of ego and how it can lead to destructive actions and ultimately, our own downfall. The text explores this concept through the lens of Arjuna's hesitation to…

  14. Live fully in the present, free from past regrets and future worries.

    · 4:55 · S1 E22

    This lesson in mindfulness drawn from the Bhagavad Gita, the Hindu scripture. The core idea, as explained by Krishna to Arjuna, is to focus on the present moment, detaching oneself from past regrets and future…

  15. Focus on the action, not the reward.

    · 8:16 · S1 E21

    This lesson discusses the importance of focusing on the action, not the reward, drawing inspiration from the Bhagavad Gita and its central characters, Arjuna and Krishna. The text emphasizes that individuals should…

  16. Everything is transient in this world - Joys or Sorrows.

    · 5:57 · S1 E20

    This life lesson derived from the Bhagavad Gita, focusing on the transient nature of both joy and sorrow. It emphasizes that everyone experiences both positive and negative emotions, and that neither are permanent,…

  17. Be mind-ful or you will be fooled by your mind.

    · 8:08 · S1 E19

    This lesson outlines the importance of mindfulness as a key to overcoming mental distractions and achieving a fulfilling life. Drawing inspiration from the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata, the author emphasizes how the…

  18. Love everyone, do not get attached to anyone or anything.

    · 5:06 · S1 E18

    This lesson discusses the concept of attachment and its consequences, drawing wisdom from the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred Hindu text. The sources contrast attachment with love, emphasizing that love is selfless and free of…

  19. Action is essential for fulfilling one's duty.

    · 4:16 · S1 E17

    This lesson talks about the importance of action, drawing inspiration from the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred Hindu text. It emphasizes that taking responsibility and actively seeking solutions is crucial to fulfilling one's…

  20. Do not make decisions in an extreme emotional state of mind.

    · 6:34 · S1 E15

    This lesson outlines the importance of making decisions while in a calm and rational state of mind, using the ancient Hindu epic, the Bhagavad Gita, as an example. It emphasizes the detrimental effects of making…

  21. Equality breeds opportunity.

    · 5:55 · S1 E15

    This is a lesson on equality and opportunity, drawing inspiration from the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. The author argues that treating everyone equally fosters better relationships and opens doors to new…

  22. Have an open mind to new ideas from anyone.

    · 5:41 · S1 E14

    This lesson highlights the importance of remaining open to new ideas from unexpected sources, drawing on the story of Sanjaya, the charioteer in the epic Mahabharata. Sanjaya's bold advice to King Dhritarashtra, who…

  23. Control your senses to start the journey to control your mind .

    · 4:35 · S1 E13

    This lesson uses chariot of Shri Krishna from the Mahabharata as a metaphor for the human journey through life. The horses represent our senses, and Shri Krishna, the charioteer, symbolizes our need for spiritual…

  24. Use your body and mind to uplift your soul.

    · 5:38 · S1 E13

    This lesson discusses the concept of the soul and its relationship to the body and mind, drawing upon the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. It argues that the true self is the soul, which remains unchanged despite…

  25. Anger leads to clouding your judgment so do not give that power to anyone.

    · 6:36 · S1 E12

    This lesson talks about the harmful effects of anger, drawing inspiration from the Bhagavad Gita. It argues that anger clouds judgment, leading to irrationality and poor decision-making, ultimately resulting in…

  26. The way you anything is the way you do everything.

    · 6:49 · S1 E11

    This lesson explores the concept that our approach to any given situation reflects our overall approach to life. Drawing on the story of Lord Krishna and Arjuna, the text argues that avoiding responsibility in one…

  27. The only person who can change you is YOU

    · 5:08 · S1 E9

    This life lesson derived from the Bhagavad Gita, highlighting the principle that personal transformation is ultimately a self-driven process. The text uses the example of Lord Krishna guiding Arjuna on the battlefield…

  28. Spiritual knowledge is equally or more important than scientific knowledge.

    · 6:25 · S1 E8

    This lesson outlines the importance of spiritual knowledge in navigating life's challenges, drawing parallels between the Bhagavad Gita's teachings and modern-day dilemmas. It suggests that while scientific knowledge…

  29. Cultivate devotion for God!

    · 6:04 · S1 E7

    This lesson offers a guide on cultivating devotion to God based on the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. It suggests that devotion, a form of yoga, involves detaching oneself from material desires and achieving inner…

  30. Controlling mind is like controlling a wild horse; very difficult but not impossible

    · 5:21 · S1 E6

    This lesson outlines the importance of controlling one's mind, drawing inspiration from the Hindu epic, the Bhagavad Gita. The text uses the metaphor of a wild horse to illustrate the difficulty but possibility of…

  31. Steady, consistent effort, even in small steps, leads to great achievements.

    · 7:46 · S1 E5

    This lesson discusses the importance of steady, consistent effort in achieving goals, drawing upon principles from the Bhagavad Gita. It highlights the concept of Satvik faith, emphasizing purity and goodness, and…

  32. Love everyone, do not get attached to anyone or anything.

    · 5:06 · S1 E4

    The lesson discusses the concept of attachment and its consequences, drawing wisdom from the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred Hindu text. The sources contrast attachment with love, emphasizing that love is selfless and free of…

  33. When desires (kāma) turn into needs (moha), it is the road to misery.

    · 4:58 · S1 E3

    The lesson emphasizes the difference between wanting something and becoming consumed by it. This is illustrated through examples of teenagers grappling with social pressure, parents managing family relationships,…

  34. Give back to the community.

    · 4:51 · S1 E26

    This lesson outlines about giving back to the community, drawing on the story of Arjuna and Krishna. The text suggests that actions have a ripple effect and that individuals should consider the well-being of their…

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