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Subrat SaurabhAuthor of Kuch Woh PalIn addition to being a seasoned corporate professional who has risen from the grassroots to C-suite levels in a career spanning almost three decades, Rajesh Seshadri continues to don multiple hats – that of a coach, mentor, trainer, and therapist. His LinkedIn profile (https://in.linkedin.com/in/rajeshseshadri) encapsulates his corporate career. He is a fellow member of the ICAI–FCMA, in addition to having a dual PGD in Finance & Human Resource Management. His enthusiasm to help people discover and unleash their potential, grow, and develop led him to learn various psychological toRead More...
In addition to being a seasoned corporate professional who has risen from the grassroots to C-suite levels in a career spanning almost three decades, Rajesh Seshadri continues to don multiple hats – that of a coach, mentor, trainer, and therapist. His LinkedIn profile (https://in.linkedin.com/in/rajeshseshadri) encapsulates his corporate career.
He is a fellow member of the ICAI–FCMA, in addition to having a dual PGD in Finance & Human Resource Management. His enthusiasm to help people discover and unleash their potential, grow, and develop led him to learn various psychological tools including Clinical Hypnotherapy, Gestalt and Silva Ultra. He is a Certified Leadership Coach and Certified Life Coach and a member of various bodies and associations, including the APA, AAH, ISTD, AIMA, and BMA.
The author has often relied on stories in coaching, training, and therapy and has found it immensely invaluable, even to the extent of using metaphors in corporate meetings and discussions.
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In a quiet moment before his departure from the world, Krishna turns not to kings or warriors, but to his dearest friend, Uddhava. What follows is one of the most intimate and profound spiritual conversations in all of Indian wisdom—the Uddhava Gita.
Most of us will never sit on a battlefield like Arjuna. But we all know Uddhava’s questions:
How do I stay anchored when life keeps changing? How do I balance success and suffering, love an
In a quiet moment before his departure from the world, Krishna turns not to kings or warriors, but to his dearest friend, Uddhava. What follows is one of the most intimate and profound spiritual conversations in all of Indian wisdom—the Uddhava Gita.
Most of us will never sit on a battlefield like Arjuna. But we all know Uddhava’s questions:
How do I stay anchored when life keeps changing? How do I balance success and suffering, love and loss, duty and inner peace? How do I walk a spiritual path without leaving my everyday life behind?
The Uddhava Gita for Everyday Life brings Krishna’s final teachings out of the Sanskrit verse and into the living room, office, and city street. In clear, simple language, Rajesh Seshadri translates this towering scripture into a practical roadmap for the modern seeker who is fully engaged in work, family, and the world.
In this book you will discover:
How to see through the illusions that quietly drive stress, comparison, and fear
How to find your true Self beyond body, mind, and changing roles
How to live with detachment without indifference—caring deeply while letting go
What nature, the senses, and even suffering itself can teach about freedom
Why love and devotion, not mere knowledge or ritual, are the heart of spiritual life
How servant-leadership, humility, and right association become powerful spiritual practices
How to face ageing, change, and death with clarity, courage, and peace
In a quiet moment before his departure from the world, Krishna turns not to kings or warriors, but to his dearest friend, Uddhava. What follows is one of the most intimate and profound spiritual conversations in all of Indian wisdom—the Uddhava Gita.
Most of us will never sit on a battlefield like Arjuna. But we all know Uddhava’s questions:
How do I stay anchored when life keeps changing? How do I balance success and suffering, love an
In a quiet moment before his departure from the world, Krishna turns not to kings or warriors, but to his dearest friend, Uddhava. What follows is one of the most intimate and profound spiritual conversations in all of Indian wisdom—the Uddhava Gita.
Most of us will never sit on a battlefield like Arjuna. But we all know Uddhava’s questions:
How do I stay anchored when life keeps changing? How do I balance success and suffering, love and loss, duty and inner peace? How do I walk a spiritual path without leaving my everyday life behind?
The Uddhava Gita for Everyday Life brings Krishna’s final teachings out of the Sanskrit verse and into the living room, office, and city street. In clear, simple language, Rajesh Seshadri translates this towering scripture into a practical roadmap for the modern seeker who is fully engaged in work, family, and the world.
In this book you will discover:
How to see through the illusions that quietly drive stress, comparison, and fear
How to find your true Self beyond body, mind, and changing roles
How to live with detachment without indifference—caring deeply while letting go
What nature, the senses, and even suffering itself can teach about freedom
Why love and devotion, not mere knowledge or ritual, are the heart of spiritual life
How servant-leadership, humility, and right association become powerful spiritual practices
How to face ageing, change, and death with clarity, courage, and peace
Unlock timeless freedom and discover unshakable peace—right where you are.
Ashtavakra Gita for Everyday Life invites you on a luminous journey into India’s most radical scripture of nonduality and effortless wisdom. This accessible, modern guide transforms the ancient Ashtavakra Gita into practical lessons for real people—parents, professionals, students, and seekers—who crave lasting clarity, ease, and joy in the midst of life&
Unlock timeless freedom and discover unshakable peace—right where you are.
Ashtavakra Gita for Everyday Life invites you on a luminous journey into India’s most radical scripture of nonduality and effortless wisdom. This accessible, modern guide transforms the ancient Ashtavakra Gita into practical lessons for real people—parents, professionals, students, and seekers—who crave lasting clarity, ease, and joy in the midst of life’s changes.
Inside this transformative book you will discover:
Simple, powerful teachings that reveal your true nature—free, whole, and unburdened
Real-world stories, psychological insights, and reflective prompts that make each lesson personal and practical
Timeless truths on letting go, finding joy, embracing unity, and living without anxiety about the future
Guided meditations, action steps, and wisdom from the Upanishads, Gita, and global traditions
Whether you are new to spiritual exploration or a seasoned traveller on the path, this book shines a gentle, clear light on what truly matters: Freedom is not a distant goal—it is the secret at the core of your being, waiting to be discovered in this very moment.
“Timeless Freedom. Simple Truths. Unshackled Wisdom.”
Let these pages become your daily companion for self-discovery, resilience, and renewed joy.
Join thousands of readers in the Sacred Dialogues Series and step into a life of awakened living—today.
Discover 100 transformative stories that illuminate the path to inner peace, spiritual awakening, and personal freedom.
In Akhyayikas VII – 100 Stories of Illumination & Liberation, bestselling author Rajesh Seshadri brings together a powerful collection of short spiritual tales that explore awakening, forgiveness, karma, mindfulness, synchronicity, and the journey toward the divine.
Each story blends timeless wisdom with modern insight, offe
Discover 100 transformative stories that illuminate the path to inner peace, spiritual awakening, and personal freedom.
In Akhyayikas VII – 100 Stories of Illumination & Liberation, bestselling author Rajesh Seshadri brings together a powerful collection of short spiritual tales that explore awakening, forgiveness, karma, mindfulness, synchronicity, and the journey toward the divine.
Each story blends timeless wisdom with modern insight, offering readers a deeply moving experience that inspires reflection, clarity, and emotional healing.
Across these pages, you will encounter:
Monks, mystics, seekers, and sages who reveal profound truths through simple moments.
Everyday heroes—a bus conductor, a shoemaker, a gardener—who become unexpected spiritual guides.
Mystical experiences of the afterlife, intuition, destiny, and unseen guidance.
Stories of liberation where characters dissolve ego, find peace, and awaken to oneness.
Perfect for readers who enjoy The Alchemist, Zen parables, mindfulness stories, inspirational fiction, and books on spiritual growth, this collection offers 100 bite-sized yet deeply meaningful narratives designed to uplift and transform.
If you are searching for:
✔ Insightful spiritual stories
✔ Short reads with lasting impact
✔ Inspiring tales of forgiveness and healing
✔ Mystical and metaphysical storytelling
✔ A book that nurtures inner peace
…then this volume will become a treasured companion on your journey.
Discover 100 transformative stories that illuminate the path to inner peace, spiritual awakening, and personal freedom.
In Akhyayikas VII – 100 Stories of Illumination & Liberation, bestselling author Rajesh Seshadri brings together a powerful collection of short spiritual tales that explore awakening, forgiveness, karma, mindfulness, synchronicity, and the journey toward the divine.
Each story blends timeless wisdom with modern insight, offe
Discover 100 transformative stories that illuminate the path to inner peace, spiritual awakening, and personal freedom.
In Akhyayikas VII – 100 Stories of Illumination & Liberation, bestselling author Rajesh Seshadri brings together a powerful collection of short spiritual tales that explore awakening, forgiveness, karma, mindfulness, synchronicity, and the journey toward the divine.
Each story blends timeless wisdom with modern insight, offering readers a deeply moving experience that inspires reflection, clarity, and emotional healing.
Across these pages, you will encounter:
Monks, mystics, seekers, and sages who reveal profound truths through simple moments.
Everyday heroes—a bus conductor, a shoemaker, a gardener—who become unexpected spiritual guides.
Mystical experiences of the afterlife, intuition, destiny, and unseen guidance.
Stories of liberation where characters dissolve ego, find peace, and awaken to oneness.
Perfect for readers who enjoy The Alchemist, Zen parables, mindfulness stories, inspirational fiction, and books on spiritual growth, this collection offers 100 bite-sized yet deeply meaningful narratives designed to uplift and transform.
If you are searching for:
✔ Insightful spiritual stories
✔ Short reads with lasting impact
✔ Inspiring tales of forgiveness and healing
✔ Mystical and metaphysical storytelling
✔ A book that nurtures inner peace
…then this volume will become a treasured companion on your journey.
Unlock timeless freedom and discover unshakable peace—right where you are.
Ashtavakra Gita for Everyday Life invites you on a luminous journey into India’s most radical scripture of nonduality and effortless wisdom. This accessible, modern guide transforms the ancient Ashtavakra Gita into practical lessons for real people—parents, professionals, students, and seekers—who crave lasting clarity, ease, and joy in the midst of life&
Unlock timeless freedom and discover unshakable peace—right where you are.
Ashtavakra Gita for Everyday Life invites you on a luminous journey into India’s most radical scripture of nonduality and effortless wisdom. This accessible, modern guide transforms the ancient Ashtavakra Gita into practical lessons for real people—parents, professionals, students, and seekers—who crave lasting clarity, ease, and joy in the midst of life’s changes.
Inside this transformative book you will discover:
Simple, powerful teachings that reveal your true nature—free, whole, and unburdened
Real-world stories, psychological insights, and reflective prompts that make each lesson personal and practical
Timeless truths on letting go, finding joy, embracing unity, and living without anxiety about the future
Guided meditations, action steps, and wisdom from the Upanishads, Gita, and global traditions
Whether you are new to spiritual exploration or a seasoned traveller on the path, this book shines a gentle, clear light on what truly matters: Freedom is not a distant goal—it is the secret at the core of your being, waiting to be discovered in this very moment.
“Timeless Freedom. Simple Truths. Unshackled Wisdom.”
Let these pages become your daily companion for self-discovery, resilience, and renewed joy.
Join thousands of readers in the Sacred Dialogues Series and step into a life of awakened living—today.
What is the true price of a shared dream?
We enter marriage with a heart full of hope and a blueprint for a perfect life. But reality, with its quiet disappointments and unspoken compromises, has a way of redrawing the lines.
In this profoundly moving and witty collection, fifteen couples discover that love is the simplest part. The hard part is the arithmetic.
Meet the pair who fought a cinematic battle to be together, only to find the
What is the true price of a shared dream?
We enter marriage with a heart full of hope and a blueprint for a perfect life. But reality, with its quiet disappointments and unspoken compromises, has a way of redrawing the lines.
In this profoundly moving and witty collection, fifteen couples discover that love is the simplest part. The hard part is the arithmetic.
Meet the pair who fought a cinematic battle to be together, only to find their greatest challenge in the silent war over whose turn it is to do the dishes. The “perfectly matched” duo who trusted an algorithm, unprepared for the messy, uncoded variables of a sick parent or a lost job. The elderly husband who becomes the gentle editor of his wife’s fading memory, tenderly revising their past to protect her present.
Bittersweet, poignant, and laced with sharp insight, The Arithmetic of Compromise is a mirror held up to the most intimate of human partnerships. It is a masterful exploration of the fragile sums that bind us, and the beautiful, imperfect totals of a life built together.
Perfect for readers of Olive Kitteridge and The Interpreter of Maladies.
What is the true price of a shared dream?
We enter marriage with a heart full of hope and a blueprint for a perfect life. But reality, with its quiet disappointments and unspoken compromises, has a way of redrawing the lines.
In this profoundly moving and witty collection, fifteen couples discover that love is the simplest part. The hard part is the arithmetic.
Meet the pair who fought a cinematic battle to be together, only to find the
What is the true price of a shared dream?
We enter marriage with a heart full of hope and a blueprint for a perfect life. But reality, with its quiet disappointments and unspoken compromises, has a way of redrawing the lines.
In this profoundly moving and witty collection, fifteen couples discover that love is the simplest part. The hard part is the arithmetic.
Meet the pair who fought a cinematic battle to be together, only to find their greatest challenge in the silent war over whose turn it is to do the dishes. The “perfectly matched” duo who trusted an algorithm, unprepared for the messy, uncoded variables of a sick parent or a lost job. The elderly husband who becomes the gentle editor of his wife’s fading memory, tenderly revising their past to protect her present.
Bittersweet, poignant, and laced with sharp insight, The Arithmetic of Compromise is a mirror held up to the most intimate of human partnerships. It is a masterful exploration of the fragile sums that bind us, and the beautiful, imperfect totals of a life built together.
Perfect for readers of Olive Kitteridge and The Interpreter of Maladies.
IS YOUR YOGA PRACTICE TRULY TRANSFORMING YOU?
OR IS IT JUST A WORKOUT?
In a world saturated with fitness fads and Instagram-perfect poses, the profound, life-altering science of authentic Yoga has been lost. This book is a powerful course correction.
Journey beyond the superficial and rediscover the timeless wisdom of Yoga & Pranayama as a complete system for holistic healing. Grounded in the teachings of India's four most authentic yog
IS YOUR YOGA PRACTICE TRULY TRANSFORMING YOU?
OR IS IT JUST A WORKOUT?
In a world saturated with fitness fads and Instagram-perfect poses, the profound, life-altering science of authentic Yoga has been lost. This book is a powerful course correction.
Journey beyond the superficial and rediscover the timeless wisdom of Yoga & Pranayama as a complete system for holistic healing. Grounded in the teachings of India's four most authentic yoga schools, this groundbreaking guide deconstructs the myths of the "yoga body" and reveals a path to well-being that is accessible to every age, body type, and ability.
Inside, you will discover:
The Four Pillars: Uncover the philosophies and methods of the institutions that are the true guardians of authentic yoga.
The Forgotten Science: Master the art of conscious breathing to unlock profound states of energy, calm, and mental clarity.
The Guru Principle: Understand why authentic guidance is indispensable for a safe, deep, and truly transformative practice.
Featuring practical guides to asanas, mudras, bandhas, and testimonials from global leaders, legendary athletes, and world-renowned artists, The Eternal Breath is more than a book—it is an invitation to a new life. It is your definitive roadmap from the distractions of the modern mat to the profound, unshakable peace that lies within.
Ancient Freedom for the Modern Soul
Are you searching for peace in a world that never seems to slow down? Do you yearn for clarity and confidence in the face of change, stress, or uncertainty—whether you’re a student, professional, parent, or retiree?
For centuries, the Avadhoota Gita has whispered a radical truth: you are already free, beyond your roles, successes, failures, and fears. This ancient Indian scripture, distille
Ancient Freedom for the Modern Soul
Are you searching for peace in a world that never seems to slow down? Do you yearn for clarity and confidence in the face of change, stress, or uncertainty—whether you’re a student, professional, parent, or retiree?
For centuries, the Avadhoota Gita has whispered a radical truth: you are already free, beyond your roles, successes, failures, and fears. This ancient Indian scripture, distilled and reimagined for the 21st century, offers not an escape from daily life—but a practical path for thriving within it.
Unbound brings this luminous teaching to every generation.
For Gen Z and Millennials: It is a toolkit for authenticity, resilience, and self-worth beyond social pressure or digital comparison.
For Gen X: It unravels the midlife maze of roles, responsibilities, and the search for meaning, offering calm in chaos.
For Boomers and elders: It affirms life’s journey, inviting contentment, grace, and relevance in every season.
Each chapter unveils timeless wisdom in simple language, paired with modern psychology, real-life stories, and hands-on practices—showing you how to
live, work, love, and lead with inner stillness, courage, and unfading joy.
Whether you seek answers to “Who am I?” Or tools for stress, leadership, service, or relationships, Unbound is your companion for a life rooted in unshakeable awareness—no matter your age, background, or circumstances.
Discover the ordinary miracle: living as your infinite, everyday Self.
Ancient Freedom for the Modern Soul
Are you searching for peace in a world that never seems to slow down? Do you yearn for clarity and confidence in the face of change, stress, or uncertainty—whether you’re a student, professional, parent, or retiree?
For centuries, the Avadhoota Gita has whispered a radical truth: you are already free, beyond your roles, successes, failures, and fears. This ancient Indian scripture, distille
Ancient Freedom for the Modern Soul
Are you searching for peace in a world that never seems to slow down? Do you yearn for clarity and confidence in the face of change, stress, or uncertainty—whether you’re a student, professional, parent, or retiree?
For centuries, the Avadhoota Gita has whispered a radical truth: you are already free, beyond your roles, successes, failures, and fears. This ancient Indian scripture, distilled and reimagined for the 21st century, offers not an escape from daily life—but a practical path for thriving within it.
Unbound brings this luminous teaching to every generation.
For Gen Z and Millennials: It is a toolkit for authenticity, resilience, and self-worth beyond social pressure or digital comparison.
For Gen X: It unravels the midlife maze of roles, responsibilities, and the search for meaning, offering calm in chaos.
For Boomers and elders: It affirms life’s journey, inviting contentment, grace, and relevance in every season.
Each chapter unveils timeless wisdom in simple language, paired with modern psychology, real-life stories, and hands-on practices—showing you how to
live, work, love, and lead with inner stillness, courage, and unfading joy.
Whether you seek answers to “Who am I?” Or tools for stress, leadership, service, or relationships, Unbound is your companion for a life rooted in unshakeable awareness—no matter your age, background, or circumstances.
Discover the ordinary miracle: living as your infinite, everyday Self.
Dr. Anya Sharma, an acclaimed architectural historian, is haunted by an ancestral prophecy linked to Ayodhya. When a cryptic artefact surfaces in present-day Ayodhya, she enlists the help of Vikram Singh, a cynical but brilliant investigative journalist. Their intertwined journey plunges them into three distinct eras: the immediate aftermath of Lord Ram's return in the 5th Century BCE Ayodhya, where a hidden truth about the sacred ground was buried; the politi
Dr. Anya Sharma, an acclaimed architectural historian, is haunted by an ancestral prophecy linked to Ayodhya. When a cryptic artefact surfaces in present-day Ayodhya, she enlists the help of Vikram Singh, a cynical but brilliant investigative journalist. Their intertwined journey plunges them into three distinct eras: the immediate aftermath of Lord Ram's return in the 5th Century BCE Ayodhya, where a hidden truth about the sacred ground was buried; the politically charged 20th Century, witnessing the escalating struggle for the Ram Janmabhoomi; and the contemporary 21st Century, culminating in the temple's grand inauguration. As Anya and Vikram decipher ancient riddles, brave modern-day conspiracies, and navigate a growing, undeniable affection, they uncover a multi-generational secret that reveals the temple's creation isn't just an act of faith, but the fulfilment of a cosmic design meant to restore balance and prevent an impending spiritual crisis. Their love story unfolds amidst a compelling narrative of faith, history, betrayal, and ultimate triumph.
Dr. Anya Sharma, an acclaimed architectural historian, is haunted by an ancestral prophecy linked to Ayodhya. When a cryptic artefact surfaces in present-day Ayodhya, she enlists the help of Vikram Singh, a cynical but brilliant investigative journalist. Their intertwined journey plunges them into three distinct eras: the immediate aftermath of Lord Ram's return in the 5th Century BCE Ayodhya, where a hidden truth about the sacred ground was buried; the politi
Dr. Anya Sharma, an acclaimed architectural historian, is haunted by an ancestral prophecy linked to Ayodhya. When a cryptic artefact surfaces in present-day Ayodhya, she enlists the help of Vikram Singh, a cynical but brilliant investigative journalist. Their intertwined journey plunges them into three distinct eras: the immediate aftermath of Lord Ram's return in the 5th Century BCE Ayodhya, where a hidden truth about the sacred ground was buried; the politically charged 20th Century, witnessing the escalating struggle for the Ram Janmabhoomi; and the contemporary 21st Century, culminating in the temple's grand inauguration. As Anya and Vikram decipher ancient riddles, brave modern-day conspiracies, and navigate a growing, undeniable affection, they uncover a multi-generational secret that reveals the temple's creation isn't just an act of faith, but the fulfilment of a cosmic design meant to restore balance and prevent an impending spiritual crisis. Their love story unfolds amidst a compelling narrative of faith, history, betrayal, and ultimate triumph.
Feeling lost in the daily grind? Overwhelmed by choices? Searching for deeper meaning beyond just 'making a living'?
The Bhagavad Gita, an ancient dialogue of wisdom, holds the answers you seek. Yet, for too long, its profound truths have been locked away behind complex translations and scholarly interpretations, inaccessible to the very people who need them most.
The Everyday Gita is your passport to timeless wisdom; reimagined <
Feeling lost in the daily grind? Overwhelmed by choices? Searching for deeper meaning beyond just 'making a living'?
The Bhagavad Gita, an ancient dialogue of wisdom, holds the answers you seek. Yet, for too long, its profound truths have been locked away behind complex translations and scholarly interpretations, inaccessible to the very people who need them most.
The Everyday Gita is your passport to timeless wisdom; reimagined for the common man, by the common man.
Forget dense philosophy and confusing jargon. This book is exceptionally concise, boiling down the Gita's 18 chapters into easy-to-digest insights that speak directly to your life.
Brief Narrations: The core story simply told.
Modern Reframing: How ancient dilemmas resonate with your everyday challenges.
Psychological Insights: Understand your mind and emotions like never before.
Spiritual Anchors: Connect with universal truths, no matter your beliefs.
Leadership Lessons: Lead your life, your family, your team with confidence and integrity.
Quotable Reflections: Wisdom in a nutshell, for instant inspiration.
Practical Applications: Concrete, actionable steps you can take today.
This is more than just a book; it is a transformational guide designed to teach you 'how to live a life’, not just 'how to make a living'. It is about finding inner peace amidst chaos, cultivating purpose, and acting with clarity and detachment in every moment. It is time to stop just reading the Gita... It is time to live the Gita.
Feeling lost in the daily grind? Overwhelmed by choices? Searching for deeper meaning beyond just 'making a living'?
The Bhagavad Gita, an ancient dialogue of wisdom, holds the answers you seek. Yet, for too long, its profound truths have been locked away behind complex translations and scholarly interpretations, inaccessible to the very people who need them most.
The Everyday Gita is your passport to timeless wisdom; reimagined <
Feeling lost in the daily grind? Overwhelmed by choices? Searching for deeper meaning beyond just 'making a living'?
The Bhagavad Gita, an ancient dialogue of wisdom, holds the answers you seek. Yet, for too long, its profound truths have been locked away behind complex translations and scholarly interpretations, inaccessible to the very people who need them most.
The Everyday Gita is your passport to timeless wisdom; reimagined for the common man, by the common man.
Forget dense philosophy and confusing jargon. This book is exceptionally concise, boiling down the Gita's 18 chapters into easy-to-digest insights that speak directly to your life.
Brief Narrations: The core story simply told.
Modern Reframing: How ancient dilemmas resonate with your everyday challenges.
Psychological Insights: Understand your mind and emotions like never before.
Spiritual Anchors: Connect with universal truths, no matter your beliefs.
Leadership Lessons: Lead your life, your family, your team with confidence and integrity.
Quotable Reflections: Wisdom in a nutshell, for instant inspiration.
Practical Applications: Concrete, actionable steps you can take today.
This is more than just a book; it is a transformational guide designed to teach you 'how to live a life’, not just 'how to make a living'. It is about finding inner peace amidst chaos, cultivating purpose, and acting with clarity and detachment in every moment. It is time to stop just reading the Gita... It is time to live the Gita.
Strangely, despite the human heart's abject need for the Truth, which is the only thing in which it may find liberation, people typically react to Truth with hate and dread. Therefore, the greatest spiritual teachers, including the Buddha, devised a method to circumvent the resistance of their followers, through stories.
A narrative has the intrinsic power to mould, inspire, motivate, coach, and leave a metaphorical impression on our subconscious mind.
Strangely, despite the human heart's abject need for the Truth, which is the only thing in which it may find liberation, people typically react to Truth with hate and dread. Therefore, the greatest spiritual teachers, including the Buddha, devised a method to circumvent the resistance of their followers, through stories.
A narrative has the intrinsic power to mould, inspire, motivate, coach, and leave a metaphorical impression on our subconscious mind. Storytelling is and has always been an important part of the solution. In a world that is overflowing with negative news, sensational broadcasts and dreadful predictions, the Akhyayika series of books are ordained and intended to stimulate, enthuse, uplift, nourish and enlighten.
This, the third book in the series, is an anthology of Zen stories. Thousands of epigrammatic, instructive tales describing the realizations of past Zen masters can be found in the Zen canon. These stories have been specially selected, edited and embellished from a variety of sources that constitute mankind’s spiritual inheritance.
Pick any story at random – they can be humorous, paradoxical, multifaceted, enigmatic or tantalizing – yet every single one of them will offer a plausible perspective and varying insights. As a spiritual being, allow these stories to sink into your subconscious and emancipate you.
Metaphorical thinking is fundamental to cognition, communication and our ‘narrative mind’. This makes it a valuable tool for helping friends, family, colleagues and clients gain new perspectives on their lives. Using a metaphor is a helpful way of talking about emotional and relational experience.
The mind has the capacity to understand new ideas by relating them to concepts it is familiar with. Using metaphor has been a tradition in all th
Metaphorical thinking is fundamental to cognition, communication and our ‘narrative mind’. This makes it a valuable tool for helping friends, family, colleagues and clients gain new perspectives on their lives. Using a metaphor is a helpful way of talking about emotional and relational experience.
The mind has the capacity to understand new ideas by relating them to concepts it is familiar with. Using metaphor has been a tradition in all the major schools of therapy and is a particularly helpful way of talking about emotional and relational experience.
Using metaphor has been a tradition in all the major schools of therapy and is a particularly helpful way of talking about emotional and relational experience. No number of lectures, power points or vision and mission statements can so pithily and impressively convey what a story can. Each little story in this book will leave a definite imprint on your subconscious mind, changing the way you think and behave, spurring and inspiring you to greater heights.
We have all been brought up listening to stories from our grandparents, parents, and many others. Stories have an innate capacity to mould us, to shape our thinking, to inspire us, to motivate us, to coach us and impress our subconscious mind metaphorically. Storytelling is, and has always been, an important part of the solution for simulating positive behavioural changes. And when the stories are real-life stories, the benefits get amplified manifold.
We have all been brought up listening to stories from our grandparents, parents, and many others. Stories have an innate capacity to mould us, to shape our thinking, to inspire us, to motivate us, to coach us and impress our subconscious mind metaphorically. Storytelling is, and has always been, an important part of the solution for simulating positive behavioural changes. And when the stories are real-life stories, the benefits get amplified manifold. The emotional strings attached to real human stories bring credibility, engagement, and buy-in.
The second book in the AKHYAYIKAS series (Akhyayika means a fable, a short episodic narrative, or an anecdote) is a compendium of 100 short stories of people who dared to dream. Given the rough twist of fate, they decided to pick themselves up and make successes of themselves in their chosen life purpose. All the characters in the stories have one thing in common: they believed in the power of their dreams. The purpose of life is to live a life of purpose!
Even as the contemporary work environment today has turned extremely hectic, the ‘tyranny of the urgent’ has you in its vicious grips and the 9 to 5 job metamorphoses into a 24/7. Yet, activity is not equal to productivity. And your dreams and aspirations, your hobbies and your passions need not recede into oblivion. There is always a way, and this book tells you –
How to avoid ‘busywork’
How to embark on ‘results-based’
Even as the contemporary work environment today has turned extremely hectic, the ‘tyranny of the urgent’ has you in its vicious grips and the 9 to 5 job metamorphoses into a 24/7. Yet, activity is not equal to productivity. And your dreams and aspirations, your hobbies and your passions need not recede into oblivion. There is always a way, and this book tells you –
How to avoid ‘busywork’
How to embark on ‘results-based’ living.
How you can achieve more with less.
How you can enhance your personal productivity.
How you can find the extra time you need.
How to overcome procrastination, and the secret antidote for it.
How you can use the Pomodoro technique to your advantage.
How you can use the secret of compartmentalization to your advantage.
How to use the power of your mind to gain energy and become more productive.
Filled with tools, tips and tricks in every chapter, this simple book, devoid of jargon and technicalities, is meant for every office worker and executive to gain control over his life and steer it in the direction one wants. It includes an easy and simple self-hypnotic meditation technique, that can be practiced anywhere, anytime.
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