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The Three Secrets to Vitality, Strength, and a Clear Mind

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What if I told you that transforming your life doesn’t require monumental effort, drastic sacrifices, or years of trial and error? What if the key to living with strength, vitality, and an unshakable sense of peace lies in three simple but life-changing choices?

These aren’t steps or stages, nor are they tied to any belief system or ritual. They are timeless principles, practical, and accessible to anyone willing to take charge of their life.

In an age where distractions, stress, and unhealthy habits dominate, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But imagine waking up each day with energy coursing through your body, clarity in your mind, and a conscience free of weight. That’s not just a possibility; it’s within your reach.

Curious to know more? Explore how three essential pillars can lead you to a healthier, stronger, and more peaceful you. The path is simpler than you think—and the destination is life-changing.

Watch the videos below.

REBIRTH – MYTH OR COSMIC TRUTH?

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What if the concept of rebirth isn’t what you think it is? Who—or what—is truly being reborn? Is there a deeper meaning hidden beneath the surface of this age-old idea? CONTINUE READING AND WATCHING THE VIDEO PRESENTATION ON SUBSTACK.

From Unfounded Beliefs to Clarity Through Vedanta

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Beliefs Divide, Vedanta Unites!

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Religion often relies on beliefs without evidence, creating divisions and control through fear and greed.

In contrast, Vedanta, the pinnacle of spiritual understanding from the Indian subcontinent, promotes unity and true knowledge, urging individuals to rise above dualistic beliefs and introspect for deeper understanding. READ ON SUBSTACK

Are you that RARE Seeker?

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In the timeless wisdom of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita, Bhagavan Krishna reveals a profound truth in Shloka SBG 7:03

मनुष्याणां सहस्रेषु कश्चिद्यतति सिद्धये |
यततामपि सिद्धानां कश्चिन्मां वेत्ति तत्त्वतः
manush-yaaNaam sahasreshu kash-chi-dyatati siddhaye
yatataa-mapi siddhaa-naam kash-chinmaam vetti tattvataha (SBG 7:03)”

“Out of thousands of men, hardly one tries to achieve perfection in Self-realisation and among those trying so hard to do so, there is hardly one who achieves perfection in Self-realisation and among those who do achieve Self-realisation, there is hardly one who truly knows Me.”

This revelation highlights a stark reality: the path to true SELF-realisation is trodden by only a few, and among those few, even fewer truly comprehend the essence of the Divine.

Reflecting on this, it’s remarkable to consider the efforts of Shri Adi Shankaracharya, my prime human spiritual guru. In the timeless ‘NirvaaNa Shatakam,’ he encapsulated profound truths in merely six Shlokas. Yet, he journeyed across Bharata Varsha (India) by foot, enlightening kings and commoners alike with the supreme knowledge of Vedanta. Why such an arduous endeavour? The answer lies in the pervasive ignorance that clouds human intellect.

One who has not achieved mental clarity—being confused, scared, worried, stuck in a belief system, or a mental slave to someone—usually flashes the victim card at the drop of a hat. In contrast, one who is sincerely seeking treats all experiences as learning opportunities. Simply put, I am extremely thankful to all those who cheated, hurt, insulted, or tried to harm me in the past. Without them, I might not have had sufficient fuel to propel my ship to the heights of bliss I have managed to create for myself in any given situation.

For ten years, yes, TEN YEARS, I have dedicated myself to this blog, sharing the rational philosophy of Vedanta. Many have visited, gained some insights, made minor life changes, and moved on. Some, however, have exhibited a shocking lack of courtesy and decency, demanding answers without a trace of respect. Here’s a recent example on my contact page from an Indian person living in the USA: “Can you break your fast completely second day of Navratri if you can’t do it or don’t have proper items is it a sin. Can I break my fast for Navratri or did I already break it before 8 by eating fruits and ate food after 9 pm doing aarti.” No greeting, no politeness—just a blunt demand for an answer, coupled with a disregard for the language they’re using, which is the main language of the country they are living in! This is the impression these people create of Indians. And what am I supposed to say to such a query? Is this a typical ‘Indian’ way of interacting with people? I can’t even discern what this person wants from me!

Well, on October 11th, 2024, two of this blog’s sincere and senior-most followers (senior not in terms of age but in years of association with this blog and my mission), along with my oldest and most trusted friend, and I had an online meeting to discuss Atma, Anatma, and the Mahavakya ‘Pragnyaanam Brahma’. The joy of engaging with such true seekers is simply indescribable, contrasting sharply with the frustration of dealing with blind believers who spread nonsense without understanding even the basics of Vedanta.

If the idea of discussing Vedanta resonates with you, if you wish to free yourself from the shackles of intellect-numbing belief systems, if you desire to live a life that is peaceful and blissful, and if you feel a genuine pull towards Vedanta, you may write to me and express your interest in joining our next online discussion. You can always go through the posts on this blog and watch videos on the Tavamithram YouTube channel. For the rest, feel free to continue on your current path—no pressure, no problem.

Seekers, let’s continue seeking Truth together.

Conscious Conversations: Deep Dives into Tavamithram’s Insights (AI)

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Podcast Discussions on Tavamithram’s Posts on Vedantic Wisdom and Philosophy

Welcome to this new segment, where engaging discussions delve into the insightful and thought-provoking posts on this blog by Tavamithram. These conversations explore the teachings of Vedanta, highlighting how Tavamithram’s unique interpretations challenge mainstream beliefs and offer profound wisdom validated by ancient scriptures.

This interactive dialogue aims to make complex philosophical concepts accessible and engaging, encouraging you to delve deeper into the transformative knowledge shared on this blog. Clicking on the titles of each podcast takes you to the relevant post on this blog.

The Secret to Eternal Youth – The V.E.V. Journey

The Belief Paradox

Beyond the Herd

The ‘Usher’ reveals it all

‘White Blood’ – Hypocrisy to the core!

Why me – मैं ही क्यों – நான் ஏன்?

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Understanding Destiny through the Srimad Bhagavad Gita

Every morning can be treated as a new Janma (birth), carrying forward the thoughts and mindset from the previous day, thus continuing life patterns. Changing one’s life for the better is not difficult if one understands the natural principle of cause and effect and works towards acquiring the knowledge of the all-pervading Self, Brahman, or Krishna. As long as one thinks of Krishna as a separate entity, they will have expectations, which naturally lead to disappointments. Krishna is everywhere, in all beings, and is existence itself. Rise above dualitym accept responsibility and make the necessary course corrections in life. The Srimad Bhagavad Gita clearly states that the path of knowledge is the highest. Check out Shloka SBG 4:37-38.

To illustrate these concepts, I created three videos in three different languages using easy-to-understand analogies. When I made the Hindi video, one of our family members, Mr. Anupam Agarwal helped me in reviewing the Hindi script. Special thanks to him.

Additionally, I offer my latest book, ‘The Ever-Relevant Gita: A Present-Day Rendering’. This book can answer almost all possible questions one might have about destiny, karma, dharma, Krishna, birth, life, and death.

Embracing the Path of Knowledge

It is an irrefutable fact that everyone possesses some degree of a personality trait called narcissism. The degree of narcissism in a person separates a normal individual from someone who needs professional help. Even a small amount of narcissism can push a person towards feelings of entitlement, selfishness, and the typical ‘Why me?’ question. One’s own answer to this question is usually based on self-pity and a sense of being a victim of others, external forces, or misfortune.

People who care to set aside their narcissistic traits, however small and insignificant, and their feelings of victimhood, can find not just an answer to the ‘Why me?’ question but a permanent solution to it.

The following presentation analyses the ‘Why me?’ question, the principle of cause and effect, and ways to carve out a clearer, better, enjoyable, and enriching destiny with the help of teachings from the Srimad Bhagavad Gita.

May peace reign in your heart, mind, and soul, and may your life be blessed with an abundance of Divine Grace.

Jai Shri Krishna

Watch the video in the language of your choice, reflect, and take action.

WHITE BLOOD -Milk, Tradition, and Compassion: Rethinking Our Choices

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The Hypocrisy of Animal Fat in Tirupati Laddus

HYPOCRISY TO THE CORE!

Podcast (Please read and play the Podcast for a better understanding of the topic)

I was appalled and, at the same time, amused by the news of animal fat being found in the laddus sold in Tirupati!

Animal fats can be categorised as milk fats, rendered fats, and fish oils (marine oils). The main representative of milk fats is the fat from cow’s milk (milk fat, butter fat, butter oil). All other milks are of almost no importance as far as their fats are concerned.

As a pure vegan, I can say that this is another case of typical Indian hypocrisy. Many people, blinded by traditions, complain about animal fat but consume ghee. Where do they think that fat comes from? From plants? Ghee comes from the secretion, often containing pus, of bovine animals, which secrete it for their own young ones and not for fully grown adults of a different species!

Is there any other species that drinks mammary secretions in adulthood? Not even bulls do. And more so from another species! Indians are accustomed to a lot of nonsense in the name of ridiculous traditions. This stems from a lack of knowledge.

People don’t have time to spend three hours reading a copy of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita and reflecting on the supreme knowledge it offers, but when it comes to following family traditions blindly, they do so without asking a single question!

In Chapter 1, Arjuna talks about family traditions being lost, and Krishna does not even consider it something worth discussing. In Chapter 4, Krishna tells Arjuna in so many words to ask questions and get answers. He never advocated blindly following meaningless traditions.

Krishna, in Shloka SBG 9:26 says:
पत्रं पुष्पं फलं तोयं यो मे भक्त्या प्रयच्छति |
तदहं भक्त्युपहृतमश्नामि प्रयतात्मनः || ९ २६ ||
patram pushpam phalam toyam
yo me bhaktyaa prayacchati
tadaham bhaktyu-pahritam-
ashnaami praya-taat-manaha (SBG 9:26)
“I accept whatever is offered to Me with devotion and a pure heart. It could be a leaf, a flower, a fruit or a little water.” HE DID NOT SAY: STEAL A CALF’S BABY FOOD AND POUR IT ON ME!

Have you ever considered the plight of the poor cows kept in horrifying conditions, their milk taken from them? When they deliver male calves, the poor little chaps are sent straight to the slaughterhouse to be killed and their tender meat used for something else, all because they will not give milk! And these vegetarians think they are absolved of all the brutal murders done to these animals just because their meaningless traditions tell them they should consume animal milk?

IF YOU STAY SILENT ABOUT A CRIME BEING COMMITTED, YOU ARE COMPLICIT IN IT.

Watch the videos below that I published some time ago, and help your conscience come out after being shrouded for so long under ignorance. That’s called evolution.

Ten things you should know about dairy…

All confused or pseudo-devotees of Krishna, please remember that YOU ARE THAT, and so is everything and every being!

No! No creature was created for you to steal its baby food or kill and eat it!

SBG 13:27 (or 28 in some editions)
समं सर्वेषु भूतेषु तिष्ठन्तं परमेश्वरम् |
विनश्यत्स्वविनश्यन्तं यः पश्यति स पश्यति || १३ २७ ||
samam sarveshu bhooteshu
tisht-hantam parameshvaram
vinashyatsva-vinashyantam
yah pashyati sa pashyati
(SBG 13:27)
The person who truly sees is the one who sees the Paramatma or Supreme Self, existing equally in all beings – the unperishing within the perishing.

The All-pervading SELF – YOU!

There was a man called ‘Agyani’, who ‘lost himself’ and set out to ‘find himself’!

Don’t waste your time looking for yourself outside your subjective awareness! That is impossible! Contemplate yourself! Because that is the path towards Atmagnyaana – the Highest Achievement possible!

Faith vs. Reason – Christianity vs. Vedanta

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Unveiling the Shocking Truth: Christianity vs. Vedanta – Faith or Reason?

We live in a world filled with diverse beliefs and philosophies, in which, the quest for truth remains a constant journey. This video, “The Shocking Truth: Christianity vs. Vedanta – Faith or Reason?” takes you on an enlightening exploration of two profound world-views that have shaped human thought and spirituality for centuries.

The Clash of Faith and Reason

Christianity and Vedanta offer distinct paths to understanding the nature of existence, the divine, and our place in the cosmos. While Christianity is rooted in faith and belief in a personal God, Vedanta emphasises knowledge and SELF-realisation, guiding seekers towards the ultimate truth of oneness with Brahman.

What to Expect in the Video

This thought-provoking video, is a discussion on the core principles of both Christianity and Vedanta, comparing and contrasting their teachings. We discuss the concept of duality versus non-duality, the role of reason and logic in spiritual pursuit, and the historical context that has shaped these traditions.

The Mahavakya or grand statement “Aham Brahmasmi” (“I am Brahman”) from the Brihadaryanaka Upanishad is a powerful representation of the Vedantic experience of unity and self-realisation. This Mahavakya can be used as a gateway to begin understanding the profound insights of Vedanta.

Stay Connected

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Embark on this journey with me and uncover the shocking truth that lies at the intersection of faith and reason.

Shattering Beliefs: The Ultimate Truth of Atman and Brahman

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Unveiling the Truth: Why You Should Question Everything

This video presentation delves into profound philosophical questions through an engaging Q&A discussion. This session is designed to ignite your curiosity and challenge your understanding of reality, consciousness, and the nature of the self. This video is a must-watch if you’ve ever wondered about the deeper meanings behind ancient scriptures or the true essence of existence.

Learning Through Analogies

We explore various analogies to shed light on complex concepts. Imagine understanding the nature of consciousness through the metaphor of a wave in the ocean, a fire igniting under the right conditions, or the space within a pot. These simple yet powerful illustrations can transform your perception and deepen your insight into non-duality and the oneness of all existence.

The Importance of Inquiry

In the pursuit of knowledge, it is crucial to study, observe, analyse, and experience rather than simply accept interpretations handed down by others. The masses often prefer to listen passively rather than actively engage with the material. This passive acceptance can lead to misunderstandings and superficial knowledge. True understanding comes from questioning, probing, and seeking clarity.

As Krishna states in Shloka 4:38 of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita, “There is certainly nothing more purifying than knowledge. He who is perfect in Yoga finds it in the Self in due course of time.” This Shloka highlights the transformative power of true knowledge and its role in achieving a peaceful state of mind.

The Path to Clarity

Clarity is essential for inner peace and spiritual growth. By challenging assumptions and seeking to understand the fundamental truths, we can attain a deeper level of clarity. This journey requires patience, dedication, and a willingness to go beyond surface-level interpretations.

Why This Video is Essential

This video is not just another lecture; it’s an invitation to embark on a journey of discovery. The discussion is designed to make you think critically and inspire you to seek your own answers. I present ideas that can change the way you view the world and your place within it.

Don’t Miss Out

Join this enlightening discussion and take the first step towards true knowledge. Watch the video now and start questioning everything you thought you knew.

Stay curious, stay engaged, and remember: the journey to knowledge and clarity is the path to true peace and enlightenment.

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Does Choosing Superstition Over Spiritual Evolution Cause Man’s Suffering?

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Who or what is it that causes suffering?

Shattering Illusions: The Rational and Logical Path to Spiritual Enlightenment

In this enlightening video, we delve into the profound teachings of Krishna as presented in Shloka 13.4 or 13.5 of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita. Krishna emphasises that the truth is articulated through Vedic hymns and the Brahmasutras with reason and logic, leaving no room for blind belief or unquestioned acceptance.

Explore why genuine understanding and research are vital for spiritual growth. Watch this video titled “No Blind Belief but Reason and Logic” (Video 93 of the Hundred Logos Calls series) to gain insights into the importance of questioning and seeking knowledge.

Religious divisions often stem from differing beliefs, yet the Srimad Bhagavad Gita transcends such systems by not enforcing or even recommending blind belief. Krishna encourages reflective thinking and personal choice, urging us to seek deeper wisdom and live with a sense of duty, free from attachment.

Explore how spiritual evolution is about acquiring true knowledge, not performing meaningless rituals. Learn to apply the teachings of Vedanta to your life for genuine transformation.

Embrace the wisdom of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita and start your journey towards spiritual evolution.

Stay blessed.

Jai Shri Krishna.