Tattva by Keshava Maharaja

Self Leadership | S.B. Keshava Swami in Davos, Switzerland | January 2025

Nov 29, 2025
Explore the profound connection between culture and leadership, as Keshava Maharaja emphasizes the importance of embodying cultural behaviors. Discover how self-leadership serves as the cornerstone for effective leadership. Delve into teachings from the Bhagavad Gita, highlighting the true nature of identity beyond body and mind. As leaders, mastering the mind and practicing mindfulness rituals can transform perspectives and emotional awareness. Ultimately, cultivate humility and clarity to fulfill your personal and eternal purpose in leadership.
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INSIGHT

Self-Leadership Precedes External Influence

  • True leadership begins by mastering your own mind and identity before leading others.
  • A leader's unresolved inner struggles inevitably show up as weaknesses in their external leadership.
ANECDOTE

From UCL Student To Global Monk

  • Keshava Maharaja left university at 21 to become a monk and travel sharing spiritual wisdom.
  • He has run training programmes and authored books to modernise Vedic teachings for organisations.
ADVICE

Measure Values With Investment

  • Regularly reflect on whether you embody your stated values and invest time, money, and effort accordingly.
  • Use simple prompts like “Am I acting in transparency or scarcity?” to check behaviour weekly.
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