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Dharmic Life - Rooted and Relevant Feb 06, 2026

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What does it mean to live your values with confidence in a constantly changing world?

In this episode of Dharmic Life by BAPS Better Living, Palak and Akshara share heartfelt reflections on how faith, family, and community shape not only what we believe - but who we become.

From childhood experiences of trying to fit in to watching their children embrace their Hindu American identity with pride, they explore how understanding the deeper meaning behind traditions transforms rituals into sources of strength. Through stories of volunteering and everyday family moments, they reveal how dharma becomes a living guide rather than just a set of rules.

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Inspired Series - Roma Patel Jan 29, 2026

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In this episode, we sit down with Roma Patel, Digital Risk & AI Lawyer, to explore how humility and self-awareness can help shape authentic leadership. Roma shares how humility isn’t about shrinking yourself - it’s about staying centered, clear, and aligned with your values, especially in competitive spaces like corporate law.

Drawing inspiration from her spiritual guide, Roma reflects on how inner grounding influences her approach to leadership, service, and decision-making.

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Dharmic Life - Why Having It All Isn't Enough Jan 25, 2026

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In this episode of Dharmic Life by BAPS Better Living, we explore a question many people quietly wrestle with: What do you do when you have achieved all the material success you had aimed for, yet still feel unfulfilled?

Join our hosts as they reflect on why achievements, comfort, and recognition alone are not enough to sustain lasting happiness. The conversation dives into the role spirituality plays in providing deeper meaning beyond material gains, and how spiritual growth can nurture inner peace and contentment over time.

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Inspired Series - Darshan Patel Dec 27, 2025

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In this episode of Inspired on theBAPS Better Living, Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt sits down with Darshan Patel - public servant, entrepreneur, and lifelong learner - for a thoughtful conversation on purpose, service, and intentional living. Darshan reflects how faith, family, and a commitment to serving others have shaped his journey through government leadership and entrepreneurship, helping him stay grounded and focused in a rapidly changing world.

Through personal stories and thoughtful reflection, they explore how faith and service provide clarity and grounding in a fast-paced world. From leading humility to staying anchored in family values, this dialogue highlights how principled living can help navigate change, responsibility, and the pressure to constantly do more.

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Dharmic Life - Voices that Shape Us Nov 26, 2025

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In this thoughtful episode of The Dharmic Life Podcast, Palak and Akshara unpack a timely theme: our environment - what we eat, what we watch, and whom we spend time with - silently shapes who we become. Starting with a relatable story about kids and morning routines, they discuss the power of mindful consumption: how swapping junk for wholesome food (and curated, uplifting media) helps steady our energy and focus.

They move from everyday examples into spiritual guidance: small daily practices like listening to spiritual discourses in the morning, pausing before scolding, and journaling gratitude can shift our internal narratives. The hosts also explain social contagion - how moods and habits spread - with stories from the Rāmāyaṇ and reminders from the Satsang Dīkshā on nonviolence in thought and speech. By intentionally choosing what we let in, who we keep close, and the stories we tell ourselves, listeners can cultivate inner calm, stronger relationships, and spiritual resilience.

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Dharmic Life - Gift of Second Chances Nov 19, 2025

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In this episode of the Dharmic Life series by BAPS Better Living, co-host Dhawal sits down with Dr. Deven Patel to explore the transformative power of second chances - how forgiveness, gratitude, and spiritual wisdom can help us heal, grow, and rebuild trust in ourselves and others.

Through thoughtful conversation and personal reflections, they uncover how spirituality offers a deeper lens for understanding grace and compassion in a world that often values cutting ties over reconciliation. From learning when to help and when to step back, this dialogue reveals how timeless dharmic values can guide us through emotional burnout, disappointment, and ungratefulness.

Listeners will gain insights into how daily spiritual practices - like prayer, reflection, and maintaining a relationship with the Guru - can replenish inner strength and inspire us to give both others and us a genuine second chance.

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Living a Life of Service in Medicine and Beyond with Ria Soni Nov 05, 2025

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In this episode of Inspired on the BAPS Better Living Podcast, we sit down with Ria Soni - physician, social entrepreneur, and advocate for women’s health - to explore what it truly means to live a life of service in medicine and beyond.

From her early years growing up in the BAPS satsang community to her work in hospitals and rural villages, Ria’s journey is a testament to how values of seva (selfless service) can shape both personal and professional purpose. Guided by empathy, humility, and faith, she has built a career centered on healing and empowerment - and continues to uplift others through Project Stree, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing menstrual health education and breaking taboos for girls in rural India.

Get inspired by Ria’s story and discover how compassion and service can transform not only the lives of others but also our own paths toward balance and fulfillment.

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Mastery, Not Balance | Pujya Chaitanyamurtidas Swami | Windows Into Wisdom Series Oct 28, 2025

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In this episode of Windows Into Wisdom, Pujya Chaitanyamurtidas Swami explores a powerful shift in perspective - from striving for “balance” to embracing mastery of life’s deeper rhythms.

Why chase equilibrium when you can rise above it? Swamiji invites us to transcend the conventional idea of balancing work and peace - and instead cultivate a wholehearted, embodied mastery of every moment. Drawing from timeless spiritual wisdom, he reveals how inner mastery frees us from the ups and downs of life and helps us act with clarity, purpose, and ease.

Discover how everyday tasks and challenges can become powerful tools on our journey - when we approach them not as burdens to juggle, but as opportunities to awaken our truest potential.

Tune in to uncover the freedom, strength, and serenity that come not from balance - but from mastery.

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Karma Yog | Pujya Yogananddas Swami | Windows Into Wisdom Series Oct 14, 2025

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In this episode of Windows into Wisdom, Pujya Yogananddas Swami explores the essence of Karma Yoga - the art of living a life free from stress and frustration.
Can peace truly coexist with productivity? Can action be effortless yet meaningful? Drawing from timeless spiritual wisdom, Swamiji reveals how selfless service and inner clarity transform daily work into a path toward peace and fulfillment.

Through insightful reflections, he encourages us to act not out of pressure, but out of purpose - to make every deed an offering of love rather than a pursuit of results. Discover how living with mindfulness and devotion can bring calm, balance, and lasting joy amidst life’s challenges.

Tune in to uncover the power of purposeful action and the freedom that comes from within.

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Rethink - Redesign - Rebuild | Pujya Gnanvatsaldas Swami | Windows Into Wisdom Series Oct 10, 2025

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In this episode of Windows into Wisdom, Pujya Gnanvatsaldas Swami invites us to look within and rediscover the power of purposeful living.

Through insightful reflections shared at the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in San Jose, California, Swamiji challenges us to rethink our habits, redesign our mindset, and rebuild our lives with clarity and intention. His message inspires us to pursue not just success, but significance - leading with values that bring true growth and fulfillment.

Listeners will gain practical guidance on how to cultivate positivity, focus, and inner transformation in everyday life.

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