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Class Notes
Class 32 – May 21, 2026 – Choosing Your Reality, Developing Quietude, Overcoming “What Next?”, Vedanta Course’s Impact
Introduction What are we seeking when we think about fantasies/escaping? What is our mind after? We are seeking a momentary sense of absorption and innate quietude (that which is already there). We do not need an experience to facilitate this moment of quietude; it is already there. But we are not able to do this…
Class 31 – May 14, 2026 – Shifting to Independent Study, Overcoming Obstacles of Desire, Anger, and Agitation, Cultivating Devotion
Introduction Our lives are generally driven by three progressively higher motivations: Seeking enjoyable experiences and personal fulfillment. Performing responsibilities well and living according to dharma. Pursuing self-realization and inner freedom (mokṣa). While living responsibly is essential, seekers must continually examine whether their actions are ultimately directed toward realization or merely toward becoming “a good person.”…
Class 29 – April 30, 2026 – Enduring Negativity, Dealing with Child Suicide, Praying Repeatedly for Purpose
Introduction Reflect and Ask makes us value-oriented. Life’s shock absorbers are the Sadhana Chatushchaya (framework of four that centers us). When someone is in a bad mood, endure it (Titiksha) but for more serious matters, we need to have Shraddha in the Creator and transcend dvaita (duality) to understand we are not different from the…
Class 28 – April 23, 2026 – The Nature of Reality, When to Endure vs. When to Speak Up
Introduction Samsara is that which is changing. So we also have to change with it. Fall with the fall and flow with the flow – be light. These 9 qualities help us in this journey: Vairagya (independence) and Viveka (prioritization) Dama (calmness of body) and Shama (quietness of mind) Uparama (say no to what is…
Class 27 – April 16, 2026 – Vairagya and Viveka in Daily Life, Viveka or Vairagya First
Introduction The goal of Vedāntic study is not merely to acquire knowledge but to transform the mind so it becomes a fit instrument for realizing the Truth. The first verse of the Gītā Pañcāmṛta teaches: “Lift yourself by yourself.” (Bhagavad Gītā 6.5) This instruction highlights personal responsibility. No one else can purify the mind or…
Class 26 – April 9, 2026 – Caring for Others, Reverence for the Teacher, Bhakti’s Role in Self-Development
Introduction The nature of dvaita is loss or samsara (to slip away from you). When helping others with loss: Pray: we become quieter to be there for others Empathize: with those experiencing loss Listen: form of offering affection Share: offer insights about loss (at an absolute level) Check in: keep checking in because time does…