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"Personal Pinning" by Bhavisha Doshi
BAPS Better Living - May 04, 2023 11:00 - 10 minutesNo matter how life tilts and turns, something keeps you rooted in who you are and the person you are becoming. Join this engineer on her moment of connection to her personal "quantum locking", as she takes you through a beautiful sensory experience of one of the most significant aspects of her l...
"Learning to Adjust" by Mauktik Dave
BAPS Better Living - April 27, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutesUnlocking our potential requires constant tuning and adjustment. Harmony - both musical and with others - requires a keen sense of adjustment. But what is the secret formula to developing harmony? Listen to how one musician learned the value of harmony through playing the trombone. Read the ful...
"Finding Joy" by Deepa Gohill
BAPS Better Living - April 20, 2023 12:00 - 14 minutesWhat brings you joy, and how can you accumulate more of it? Some people are satisfied by finite, temporary sources of joy, while others look for something more long-lasting. Listen in on how this reflective educator explores varied foundations of joy and stumbles upon her own realizations. OTHE...
Tales of Wisdom #1 - "The Blind Men" by Shyam Bhoraniya
BAPS Better Living - April 15, 2023 11:00 - 5 minutesThis is a new series called Tales of Wisdom. Storytelling is a means to impart knowledge and wisdom. Complicated and difficult-to-understand concepts can be distilled by very simple analogies. Yogiji Maharaj, one of the Gurus of BAPS, was very fond of using stories. In today's Tale of Wisdom, ...
The Doctor's Wife | Doctor Who
In the 'Verse - April 08, 2023 12:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsThe energy force of the TARDIS is sucked out of the ship and put into the body of a woman. Who stole who in this Sexy episode of Doctor Who? Find out on this week's In the 'Verse podcast #2.6. FireflyDrinkingSongs.com SHOW TIMES - Upcoming Shows, Marc and Mikey News - 5-Minute Plot Syno...
"Breathe In, Breathe Out" by Dhira Patel
BAPS Better Living - February 20, 2023 12:00 - 9 minutesTaking a pause and dedicating time to relax or unwind is inherently incongruent with sacrificing comforts, adjusting to unexpected outcomes, and prioritizing the sole goal of success. The discrepancy is a limitation for translating "going with the flow" into our daily schema. While these difficu...
"How is Love Measured?" by Deepa Gohill
BAPS Better Living - February 04, 2023 13:00 - 10 minutesWhen we attempt to measure our love for others, our parents, family members, and even best friends probably rank highest on our list. But do we love them without barriers, or is there a limit to our love? Listen to one individual as she explores what true unconditional love is and how it is hel...
"Put Yourself First" by Roma Gujarathi
BAPS Better Living - December 29, 2022 15:00 - 14 minutes“With a composed mind, one should introspect every day: 'What have I come to accomplish in this world and what am I doing?' (Satsang Diksha, Verse 145) Self-care, or more specifically, spiritual self-care is often overlooked in our busy lives. But taking time to reflect or introspect is an im...
"Embrace Stress" by Ruchi Patel
BAPS Better Living - December 20, 2022 15:00 - 12 minutes“It’s not stress that kills us, it is our reaction to it.” — Hans Selye. Stress does not need to be an enemy. Often, just changing one's perspective can accomplish much in the way of handling an otherwise stressful situation. Listen in to a young woman's insightful reflections about how she le...
"The Gift That Keeps Giving" by Nidhi Patel
BAPS Better Living - December 15, 2022 15:00 - 8 minutesMost presents we receive quench our worldly needs and provide temporary happiness. However, is there a gift that keeps on giving? Listen in as Nidhi Patel, an occupational therapist, shares her discovery of that unexpected gift! --- This series is dedicated to HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj, whose c...
"Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness" by Yogesh Patel
BAPS Better Living - November 14, 2022 15:00 - 14 minutesAlmost everyone tries to pursue happiness in life, but most try to achieve this with materialistic objects and experiences that only last for not so long. Follow the journey of one individual who breaks down his experience in the pursuit of true happiness. ------ This series is dedicated to H...
Epitome of Compassion
BAPS Better Living - November 10, 2022 19:00 - 11 minutesCompassion is the missing element in conflicts happening around the world. Without it, humanity cannot survive. This episode explores how Pramukh Swami Maharaj exemplified the epitome of compassion and how we may seek inspiration from his life. ------ This series is dedicated to HH Pramukh Sw...
"Lighting Other's Lamps" by Roma Gujarathi
BAPS Better Living - October 22, 2022 14:00 - 11 minutes"A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle." Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a time filled with fun, food, and festivities, but it is also a time to reflect on our lives and brighten our inner light to shine externally. Listen to the reflection of one individual and how ...
"Volunteering: It's All About the Intent" by Siddharth Dubal
BAPS Better Living - October 20, 2022 20:00 - 8 minutesVolunteering can take many forms such as helping at the local library, serving meals at a soup kitchen, or simply assisting an elderly person cross the street. However, what is important is the intent behind those efforts. Is there a secondary motive or expectation behind those actions or is th...
The Shepherd’s Tale | Firefly
In the 'Verse - October 15, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsShepherd Book’s past has long been shrouded in mystery. What happens when we untangle the threads of his memories? Find out on this week's In the 'Verse podcast #2.5. FireflyDrinkingSongs.com SHOW TIMES - Upcoming Shows, Marc and Mikey News - 5-Minute Plot Synopsis / Show Discussion - ...
"Into The Unknown" by Mauktik Dave
BAPS Better Living - August 11, 2022 18:00 - 11 minutesTransitioning to college can be simultaneously exciting and daunting for many young individuals every year. Like a river that meets the ocean, students are expected to leave behind a more familiar, structured life to embrace new responsibilities, routines, friends, and extracurriculars. Learn ...
"A Letter to My Child" by Bindi Patel
BAPS Better Living - August 08, 2022 20:00 - 9 minutesThe parenting journey is filled with joys, doubts, excitement, fear, confidence, and confusion. One of the heaviest responsibilities of parenting is instilling values and character into young and impressionable souls. Listen in on one mother's letter to her child as she reflects on her guiding l...
"Lotus to Liberation" by Eva Patel
BAPS Better Living - August 04, 2022 13:00 - 12 minutesPeople have long been searching for ways to add to their physical, emotional, social, or spiritual self-growth. One approach is volunteering. In Hinduism, seva (selfless service) is a critical component of one’s spiritual path. It is a way to serve others without regard for one’s identity or rec...
"You Deserve Peace" by Mauktik Dave
BAPS Better Living - July 17, 2022 11:00 - 7 minutesForgiveness can be difficult. But a quote from Jonathan Lockwood Huie goes, "Forgive Others Not Because They Deserve Forgiveness But Because You Deserve Peace." History has shown many incidents in which one can forgive in difficult circumstances. This episode provides insight into two examples f...
"Mindset" by Prakash Patel
BAPS Better Living - July 08, 2022 14:00 - 5 minutesIn the jungle, no two animals are the same. They vary in size, strength, and agility. However, these characteristics do not define the order of the food chain. Instead, it's their Mindset. The mind is a powerful tool, and mastering our mindset is the key to changing our perspective on how we liv...
"Consistency" by Prakash Patel
BAPS Better Living - July 08, 2022 12:00 - 4 minutesHow do you build a brick wall? One brick at a time. This analogy provides one of the most important lesson on productivity. Can this concept also apply to the spiritual realm? Find out through this inspiring episode. ------ This series is dedicated to HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj, whose centennia...
"Unclaimed Baggage" by Dr. Kashyap Patel
BAPS Better Living - July 04, 2022 12:00 - 18 minutesCaste is an often-misunderstood concept attributed to Hinduism. Learn how a practicing HIndu feels about equality and dignity of all living beings through the personal experiences of Dr. Kashyap Patel, as he faced the contradictions of his own personal experiences and those taught in his middle ...
"The Curveball" by Sanjeet Patel
BAPS Better Living - June 30, 2022 20:00 - 12 minutesA curveball is something that catches you off guard. Life is full of twists and turns, and we often face challenging circumstances and situations. How do we manage in such times? This episode will provide insights to better enable us to deal with the curveballs of life. --- This series is de...
Wilted Flowers, Revived
BAPS Better Living - June 25, 2022 12:00 - 10 minutesJust for a moment, pause and think about your mental health and well-being. How are you doing, really? Mental health has long been the elephant in the room, and it requires our time and attention now more than ever. The same steps we would take to revive a wilted sunflower can remind us that our...
Dragon’s Graveyard | Dungeons & Dragons
In the 'Verse - June 25, 2022 12:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsBobby the Barbarian wants revenge after Venger injures Uni the Unicorn. The kids seek Tiamat’s help in the Dragon’s Graveyard. Only there can they defeat Venger once and for all. But what is the price of “defeating him”? Will they go through with it? Find out on this week's In the 'Verse podca...
Chaos to Shanti
BAPS Better Living - June 20, 2022 19:00 - 10 minutesDuring our most difficult times, where do we find the strength to persevere? Meet Niki and Manan, a couple from New Jersey who relied on each other, their family, their friends, their spirituality, their guru, and God during an unimaginably stressful time. Here is their story. --- OTHER PLATF...
"A Mark of Growth" by Aarav Dubal
BAPS Better Living - May 27, 2022 00:00 - 10 minutesYour personal identity is what makes you unique, and embracing your true self helps build confidence and strengthens your character. But sometimes it can be difficult to maintain when faced with an unfamiliar environment, or even worse, when ridiculed for being yourself. Listen to how one youth...
"Bharatnatyam - Devotional Dance" by Mahima Dave
BAPS Better Living - May 19, 2022 00:00 - 6 minutes"Taka dhimi, taka dhimi" is one of the many dance rhythms, or taals, of Bharatanatyam, the oldest classical dance tradition in India. Expressed as a living form of art, Bharatanatyam has a deep devotional component that pervades the artist beyond just the dance. Mastering this art form can be ve...
"The Parenting Paradox" by Aarti Patel
BAPS Better Living - May 12, 2022 23:00 - 13 minutesParents often see themselves as entrusted with the singular responsibility of raising perfect children. Anything less is a mere reflection of the flaws in the parent or a reflection of their inabilities. This mindset often leads to discomfort, anxiety and exhaustion. So how can parents cope with...
"Never Taken a Selfie' by Mitesh Patel
BAPS Better Living - May 03, 2022 17:00 - 9 minutesSelfies have been around since 2010, just as smartphones with cameras began catching fire. The word "selfie", however, wasn’t recognized by the Oxford dictionary until 2013. But the word grew in such prominence in a short period of time, that 2014 was declared "The Year of the Selfie." At the e...
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