Why Now? Blending Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science to Navigate Life
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In the first episode of Mind Sattva: Practical Wisdom for Modern Life, Dr. Mitika Kanabar introduces the ideas and intentions behind the podcast.
She asks:
- What if we had access to certain insights earlier in life?
- How might that change how we think, choose, and grow?
This episode explores the intersections of Eastern philosophy and Western science, setting the stage for future conversations grounded in curiosity, reflection, and real-life application.
In this episode:
- What Mind Sattva means and why it’s about more than just calm
- A Sanskrit approach to learning that helps wisdom stay with you
- Why knowing something and living it are two different things
- How ancient philosophy connects with modern research and real life
- A perspective on pain and suffering that shifts how we respond to challenges
- An introduction to the gunas — the qualities of energy that influence how we think and feel
- A simple metaphor that explains why bringing different perspectives together matters
- What to expect from future episodes: thoughtful conversations, practical takeaways, and multilingual content
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