Connected with Jen and Shannon Blinding Lights (and Seeing Beyond the Mind) with Sanjay Manchanda
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Sep 1, 2025 Sanjay Manchanda, an electrical engineer turned psychotherapist and meditation teacher, dives into the fascinating blend of science and Eastern wisdom. He shares his transformative journey from battling anxiety in Delhi to leading consciousness tech innovations. The conversation covers the importance of embracing mindfulness, understanding the relationship between individual desires and the universe, and the role of infrared light therapy in enhancing consciousness. Sanjay advocates for a holistic approach to mental well-being and personal growth.
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From Engineering To Awakening
- Sanjay left a tenure-track academic career to study meditation and Eastern traditions after struggling with anxiety.
- A major awakening with his teacher shifted his identity perspective and led him to psychotherapy and teaching.
Psychology Misses The Meta Step
- Traditional psychology focuses on fixing the personality to improve functioning in life.
- Sanjay argues we also need a 'meta step' to step outside the personality and observe consciousness itself.
Observe The Mind Like A Scientist
- Practice sustained, moment-to-moment observation of sensations, thoughts, and feelings to gain insight.
- Use insight meditation techniques to reveal how experience is constructed and reduce its solidity.