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In this quote, Swami Vivekananda enlightens us on the powerful aspect that steadies the mind, fortifies it against distraction, and makes us feel competent in life. Incidentally, it's something we can do every day, but we choose to ignore it. Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on productivity, overcoming laziness, working smarter, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email

Have you ever wondered why people, especially your loved ones, behaved like jerks when you were trying something that was good for you? It's not you, it's them. In this video, we discuss why. We also connect that point to Swami Vivekananda's quote about the word that's always repeated in the Vedas, and why it's essential for a meaningful, productive, happy life. Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on productivity, overcoming laziness, working smarter, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email

In this quote, J. Krishnamurti enlightens us on how to treat our emotions so that we can stop overthinking and instead, engage with life in a wholesome manner. This video also explores why memory can become our biggest obstacle in life if we're not careful, and what the antidote to it is. Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on productivity, overcoming laziness, working smarter, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email

In this quote, philosopher Jiddu Krishnamurti explains how to find the reason for emptiness and remove it from our lives. We often try to cover emptiness or loneliness by clinging to people or things. But when our actions have consequences, things—and life, by association—become worse. So, what can we do to not rely on external aspects and to feel complete in ourselves? If you're in this boat right now, this video is for you. Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on productivity, overcoming laziness, working smarter, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email

In this quote, Swami Vivekananda reveals the only way by which work—and life—can become meaningful. Work is one of the few things that adds meaning to our lives, yet most of us shy away from it. And for good reason. The way we carry out our lives often makes us miserable and cynical. But if we follow Swamiji's teaching, we will neither be filled with regret nor anxiety—only fulfillment. Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on productivity, overcoming laziness, working smarter, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email

In this quote, J. Krishnamurti teaches us how to build a gut that's worth trusting because it's right in most cases. Alongside, we explore how that mystical gut gets formed in the first place, and why it's really strong in some people while being weak in most others. We also discuss the common mistake that stops us from building such a gut, and what a 3-step process is to increase our trust in our instinct. [Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on productivity, overcoming laziness, working smarter, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email]

In this quote, Swami Vivekananda reveals the trait that makes us feel happy and fulfilled in our lives. The video also deep-dives into how we can imbibe the trait and make the best of what we have. If we practice it, we won't take long to discover the meaning of life and wake up looking forward to each day. [Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on productivity, overcoming laziness, working smarter, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email]

In this quote, Sri Aurobindo enlightens us that education doesn't end when we complete our studies at an educational institute. Rather, it begins after that. We can also learn an insightful lesson on this topic from Arijit Singh on this subject, on how he overcame a lack of experience to become one of the biggest names in Bollywood today. [Bonus: Download a free ebook that contains 15 quotes from Indic sages and philosophers followed by short commentary on how their wisdom can be applied to your life today: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email/]

In this quote, Swami Vivekananda awakens us to the one aspect that makes duty frictionless. And when this happens, it becomes simpler for us to carry out our duties rather than avoiding them. Swamiji's teaching can help you change your mindset so that you can fulfill your dharma (your duty). How will you apply this wisdom to your own life?

In this quote, Sri Aurobindo sheds light on the critical mistake that most of us unfortunately repeat in our quest for success. He goes on to enlightens us on what to do if we want to specialize in an area of our interest, and how to succeed in it. Diving deep into the quote, we explore the "Circle of Competence" and 3 questions that will help you find your passion in life. And when you discover your passion and pursue it, you will not feel like you're working for even one day in your life. [Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on productivity, overcoming laziness, working smarter, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email]

This quote by Swami Vivekananda endows you with a powerful lesson on how to strengthen your willpower and enhance the quality of your life. After all, a lot of how your life turns out depends upon your willpower. [Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on productivity, overcoming laziness, working smarter, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email]

Most people think the world needs more tolerance today. But in this quote, J. Krishnamurti explains why tolerance actually limits us from being more inclusive. Instead, he suggests an antidote that we can use to become not just more loving but also wiser. His lesson syncs neatly with a powerful insight from Osho on the difference between friendship and friendliness. [Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on productivity, overcoming laziness, working smarter, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email]

In this quote, Swami Vivekananda talks about character. He debunks the myth that adversity and hardship reveal the character of man or woman. Rather, he sheds light on an underrated aspect that we miss, and that is what shows the character of man. In the video, we also discuss what you can do to develop good character, resilience, and more. [Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on productivity, overcoming laziness, working smarter, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email]

In this quote, J. Krishnamurti inspires us to embrace doubt and criticism, and explains that they are important to find your passion in life. Krishnamurti also sheds light on the actual meaning of criticism, which is different from the conventional idea of being harsh on something. Also in this video are two questions you should ask yourself to critically examine every tool, idea, or philosophy, and check whether it is useful for you. (Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on being productive, overcoming ego, learning how to love, being a lifelong learner, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email)

In this quote, Sri Aurobindo sheds light on what that mistake is and how to ensure we don't commit it. Avoiding it will help us remain engaged in meaningful, wholesome, and fulfilling work. Doing good work gives our lives meaning. That's why, we must not shy away from labour, nor must we take shortcuts. This includes one mistake we commonly make before undertaking a task. Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on productivity, overcoming laziness, working smarter, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email

In this quote, J Krishnamurti teaches us why it's essential to embrace change. The episode also lists out tiny, simple steps we can take to do just this without stepping outside our comfort zone. Change cannot be stopped. Instead of resisting it, actively seek it by doing tiny things that push you outside your comfort zone. Dare to sail into uncharted territory, otherwise you'll never discover what you are capable of, and your dreams will lie like a broken toy forgotten by a child. Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on productivity, overcoming laziness, working smarter, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email

This short story for motivation comes from personal experience, and it backs up a quote from Swami Vivekananda on the most effective way to live in the moment. Swamiji teaches us that work can set us free, train us to stop holding on to things and instead, give meaning to life. Bonus: Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on being productive, overcoming ego, learning how to love, being a lifelong learner, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email

Through this quote, Swami Vivekananda instills in us a key lesson: that the meaning of life is discovered when we feel engaged, not occupied, by what we do. We're occupied today, but not engaged, which has become one of the main reasons for our mental health's degradation. Being occupied means staying busy, which means we are constantly following others' orders—managers, the media, elders... Being engaged means to work on a task for the sake of the task, to enjoy it. Stay engaged to keep a good mood, appetite, and sleep cycle. Use your mind and body constructively, and you'll realize that most things that occupy your mind don't really matter. Download a free ebook that contains 15 quotes from Indian sages and philosophers followed by short, practical commentary, on how you can apply their timeless wisdom to improve the quality of your life today: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email

In this quote, J. Krishnamurti highlights why we are keep worrying about what other people think, and how that stops us from discovering our true selves. The episode also encourages us to reflect on what we should do to be free from this trap. After all, life is meant to be lived on your terms, not society's. If you keep waiting for others' approval

What decides whether you deserve something or not? More importantly, why do you get certain things in life—good or bad—regardless of whether you asked them or not? In this quote, Swami Vivekananda enlightens us on the truth behind it. The episode also creates a distinction between deserving something and feeling entitled to get it. Get a free guide on wisdom from Indian sages relevant to your daily life and help you become a better version of yourself: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email

Have you ever wondered why we think or act a certain way? What influenced our thoughts and beliefs to get us to where we are? In this quote, Sri Aurobindo educates us on what happens behind the scenes. The episode explores this lesson through the story of M.S. Swaminathan who transformed India from a famine-ravaged nation to a global exporter of food. We can use this knowledge to improve our beliefs and thoughts and contribute to a better world. Get a free guide on wisdom from Indian sages relevant to your daily life and help you become a better version of yourself: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email

In this quote, Swami Vivekananda discloses the secret of where we get the knowledge from, and why we have "Aha!" moments. Armed with the tips in this episode, you can achieve such a state consistently rather than leaving it to luck. This, in turn, means you can exponentially improve the quality of your life. Such knowledge is food for your mind and its pursuit is what gives your life purpose. Get a free guide on wisdom from Indian sages relevant to your daily life and help you become a better version of yourself: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email

The Daily Sattvik is a podcast where each weekday, you get one insightful quote from an Indian sage, monk or scripture, followed by short, practical commentary on how you can apply their wisdom to your everyday situations and become a better version of yourself. These lessons from the likes of Swami Vivekananda, Ramana Maharshi, J Krishnamurti, and Sri Aurobindo, and the Bhagavad Gita, are an attempt to help you embark on a journey of self improvement with the wise as your shepherd, who eventually turn you from a sheep into a lion. If this sounds like something you want, you can subscribe to the Daily Sattvik podcast. Even if you don't, I would love if you could check out a few episodes and tell me your thoughts.

In this quote, Sri Aurobindo educates us on the importance of environment in discovering our inner genius. It's important to work hard, but more important to do so in the right environment. The episode further dives into how we can create the right kind of environment that helps us bring out the best in ourselves Get a free ebook of 15 lessons from Indian sages and monks on being productive, overcoming ego, learning how to love, being a lifelong learner, and more: https://dailysattvik.com/daily-email

In this quote, Swami Vivekananda teaches us that the purpose of our life is knowledge and not pleasure. Because pleasure comes to an end, and its pursuit is what keeps us stuck in the cycle of ups and downs in emotion. The episode further dives into how we can achieve this knowledge and free ourselves from the chains of pleasure and misery.