Spirituality vs Money, Tradition of Vedic Meditation, Dharma and Self Expression

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This is Thom's first retreat in the United States since the epic Maha Kumbha Mela held earlier this year in Prayagraj, India, so Thom has many fascinating new stories to share. The Sedona Rounding Retreat is also your opportunity to gift yourself profound rest and industrial-strength meditation through the daily rounding program.

This is your chance to transcend uncertainty in the ever-changing world and celebrate spring surrounded by nature, supported by community, and immersed in wisdom with Thom.  Early registration discounts expire on March 17th, and you can find out more at thomknoles.com/sedona.

Jai Guru Deva.

The spotlight in this Ask Me Anything episode is on spiritual life…

Is spiritual life compatible with earning money? (Spoiler alert: the answer is a resounding yes).

Is the tradition of Vedic Meditation truly ancient? (Also yes).

And what’s the relationship between Dharma and self expression? (No spoiler alert for this one).

The underlying message in all of Thom’s answers in this episode, is the importance of Self referral. 

Too often we’re influenced by the thinking of others, whether they be those closest to us, or in the broader community, and this reduces our ability to both give and receive the fullest expression of life. 

By accessing the big S Self, through our twice-daily practice of Vedic Meditation, we can transcend the rules, the expectations and experiences of others and live an authentic, abundant and inspired life.

Episode Highlights: 

[00:45] Q- How Can I Combine Spiritual Life with Earning Money?

[00:58] An Obsolete Idea

[02:22] The Risk of Invasion

[04:19] The Monastic Tradition of Shukadeva

[06:04] Householders as Rishis

[07:25] Access to Maximum Creativity

[08:53] A Life of 200%

[09:37] Spirituality is Not Based on Suffering

[10:47] Q- Does the Technique of Vedic Meditation Come From an Ancient Lineage?

[11:20] The State of Consciousness of the Enquirer

[12:23] One of the Greatest Masters That Ever Lived

[13:20] Basing Our Lives on Direct Experience

[14:07] Come to India and See for Yourself

[15:09] Q- What is the Relationship Between Dharma and Self Expression?

[15:23] Capital S, Self Expression

[16:14] A Social Responsibility

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