Humans: Why & What To Do
The world is on the edge of a precipice, on an individual and global scale. We find ourselves plagued by everything from unemployment, social instability and depression, to climate change, nuclear proliferation and a global pandemic.
In such a situation, we might ask ourselves -- is it possible that we're missing the whole point?
Join Devamrita Swami, a monk in the Krishna bhakti tradition and keen social observer, as he takes us back to the fundamentals: why are we here, and what should we do about it?
Talk by Devamrita Swami with Mantra House on 20th August, 2020.
https://youtu.be/G65FljurLOg
Does My Quest For Happiness Affect The Earth?
It’s not surprising that while the economic drive of the world has been slowed by the coronavirus, and we humans have been in lockdown, the earth is breathing a sigh of relief, and beginning to flourish back to its natural state. Could it be that our pursuits for happiness are the root cause of the environmental havoc? The yoga texts explain that we are non-material particles of consciousness, beyond the temporary body and mind. Could it be then, that our pursuit should be for non-material happiness? It is time to gain knowledge of our non-material self and our relationship with the Complete Whole. Time to allow that knowledge to transform our consciousness and transform our lifestyles.
Does My Quest For Happiness Affect The Earth?
It’s not surprising that while the economic drive of the world has been slowed by the coronavirus, and we humans have been in lockdown, the earth is breathing a sigh of relief, and beginning to flourish back to its natural state. Could it be that our pursuits for happiness are the root cause of the environmental havoc? The yoga texts explain that we are non-material particles of consciousness, beyond the temporary body and mind. Could it be then, that our pursuit should be for non-material happiness? It is time to gain knowledge of our non-material self and our relationship with the Complete Whole. Time to allow that knowledge to transform our consciousness and transform our lifestyles.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EetrcVB5uA4&t=1s
Coronavirus: Why, How, and the Carnivorous Culprit
Coronavirus: Why, How, and the Carnivorous Culprit
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIoBAS6bLy8&feature=youtu.be
Wild Horses - Dragged By My Untamed Mind
Presentation by Devamrita Swami at the Bhakti Lounge Soul Feast 7th July 2019. We can be very calculating about who is our friend and who is our enemy. Here you'll learn more about your mind, how when tamed it can be your best friend, but when untamed is like an enemy within.
Longing For A Purpose-Build LIfestyle: Alone In The Universe? - Part 2
Full length presentation from Devamrita Swami at the Bhakti Lounge Wellington on 23rd June 2019. There are many different metaphors we can apply to life and here we learn how we can be progressive by developing the qualities of a tree!
How Deep Do You Want To Go?
Have you ever thought about questioning the overarching motivation for your life? We all seek happiness but do we know what happiness is? A conscious effort is required to direct our lives for a higher purpose, for real happiness beyond sensuality and psychology. Without doing so, time will drag us along, our senses will drag us along and we just go with the motions. Much more inspiring and progressive is to take control, equipped with knowledge of happiness beyond the body and mind.
The Purpose of Nature in Our Search for Purpose
Rectify your ecological footprint by understanding natures role in our mission and lives as human beings.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Dwjt_R4Rxk
Tool for Happiness - Sonic Therapy
Have you ever thought about how sound and happiness are connected? Hear about the main tool used in Bhakti Yoga for tapping into the happiness of the soul - the only happiness that is sustainable and will satisfy the real self.
https://youtu.be/DwjDZwx0iIc