Vedic Worldview

• My Maharishi - Changing the World at 30,000 Feet

  Maharishi Mahesh Yogi was renowned as a man of small stature who made a big impact. His tireless commitment and the legacy of his work will be felt for millennia, not only for the meditation technique he shared with the world, but also for bringing Vedic wisdom to life for everyone to enjoy.He was also known for holding high expectations of those around him. In this episode, Thom shares an anecdote about Maharishi delivering a practical lesson on what it means to be a responsible citizen.Thom then expands on this theme, responding to audience questions about how each of us can step up and become the change we wish to see in the world.Episode Highlights[00:45] Embracing the Collective[03:19] Exciting Times for Three Travel Advocates[06:04] Hot Potato Politics[08:08] This is the World You Have to Change[10:50] Do That Now[12:07] Ask, Ask, Ask[15:44] Q - Did You Complete the Assignment?[15:59] Leaders Aren't Leading[18:32] Change the World at the Individual Level[20:27] The Bus Conductor Phenomenon[23:31] The Light Inside[25:16] Q - Are My Actions Ineffective?[26:53] A - The Enlightened Grocer in Punjab[29:05] Valuable Contact[33:45] Compromising on Coffee for the Sake of Interactivity[36:41] Meditate, Show Up, Interact[38:06] Q - How Do You Stop Your Energy Being Drained?[38:58] A - Stability and Adaptability Grows[41:40] Not Nothing[43:42] Off You Go[46:27] The Pitfalls of Excess GenerosityUseful [email protected] https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

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• Commandments, Charm vs Intuition, Déjà vu

  Vedic Meditation isn’t just about creating a couple of spaces in the day to enjoy some peace and tranquility. In fact, we are less interested in what happens during our meditation than what happens outside of our meditation. In this episode, Thom answers questions from listeners about commandments, charm, and déjà vu, which speak to the change of experience we can expect in day-to-day life.Although the questions vary greatly, the answers share a consistent thread that can be easily supported by personal experience. Episode Highlights:[00:45] Q – Why are there no commandments or a rule book for life within the Veda?[00:53] A – There is One Commandment[05:19] Nivartatvam – Transcend Where You Are[09:30] Q – Is Charm the Same as Intuition?[09:33] A – The Fine Level of Feeling[13:56] A – A Window of Opportunity[17:43] Q – Is there a Vedic explanation for déjà vu?[17:43] A – The Beginning Days of Cosmic Consciousness[20:29] The Future in the Making[22:12] From Deja Vu to De RigueurUseful [email protected] https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

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• The Peculiar Idea of Conscience

  One of the curious aspects of human nature is how widely our consciences can vary. Some people feel uneasy even after doing something relatively harmless, while others can commit truly terrible acts without their conscience so much as flinching.In this episode, Thom explores how character forms the foundation of our conscience, while personality expresses it.Thankfully, the Vedic worldview doesn’t leave us at the mercy of our flaws. Thom shares a time-tested approach that can transform even deeply flawed character traits and sharpen our ability to discern right from wrong.Timestamps:[00:45] Right vs Wrong[02:28] Selflessness vs Selfishness[04:30] Personality - The Delivery Mechanism for Character[06:56] Changing Character and Conscience Through Vedic Meditation[10:08] Developing Baseline Happiness[13:05] Happiness Through Hedonism[15:18] The Repercussions of an Identity Crisis[17:22] Vedic Meditation as a Solution to an Addict Mentality[18:40] Bliss Plus[21:05] Ayurveda - Relevant Longevity[23:02] A Great Conscience is a Reflection of Great Character

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• How to Find Your Soulmate

  The idea that there can be a soulmate, a single person out there who is destined to bring fulfillment and who can promise a happily-ever-after ending, is a story that’s been told for millennia.While it’s a compelling proposition, it’s actually based on a fundamental misunderstanding. Thom uncovers that misunderstanding in this episode, but he delivers a more compelling proposition in its place. One that guarantees fulfillment, but without having to rely on winning the relationship lottery to make it happen.Episode Highlights:[00:45] Is There Such a Thing as a Soulmate?[03:44] A Desire to Experience Unity With Someone[05:59] Relationship is an Outlet for Fulfillment[08:56] Don’t Wait for a Soulmate[13:26] If You Have Self-realization, You Have a SoulmateUseful [email protected] https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

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• An Invitation to Become an Initiator of Vedic Meditation

  In this bonus episode, Thom extends an invitation for Vedic Meditators worldwide to attend Thom’s Initiator Training program in 2026, to become a fully qualified teacher of Vedic Meditation.For a Vedic Meditator, there is no greater level of knowledge, experience, capability, and standing available in our worldwide community than what is conferred by graduation from Thom’s Initiator Training program.You will gain mastery over how to teach Vedic Meditation, strictly following Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's four-day course format and enjoy a lifetime of mentoring and personal support as you grow your teaching practice.Initiator Training is a rare, not-to-be-missed opportunity to join Thom for training and bring the light of Vedic Meditation to the millions who await us.You can find out more about Initiator Training at https://thomknoles.com/initiator-training/. Episode Highlights:[00:45] 12 Weeks of Comprehensive and Evolutionary Training in India[04:18] The Pinnacle ofUseful [email protected] https://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/

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