

Vedic Worldview
Thom Knoles
Join philosopher, educator and celebrated speaker on the cognitive sciences, Thom Knoles for inspiring insights and wisdom to support your personal evolution. Thom is an renowned expert on the relationship between quantum physics and human consciousness, and on the 5,000 year-old body of wisdom known as The Veda. For over 50 years, he has personally taught Vedic Meditation to tens of thousands of students and consulted to governments and private corporations throughout the world.
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Jul 9, 2023 • 26min
Our Role in Parent-Child Relationships
Exploring the purpose of parent-child relationships, the podcast discusses factors in choosing parents, the curse and blessing of materialism, teaching meditation to stubborn children, and supporting a child's journey of self-discovery.

Jul 2, 2023 • 48min
Why do We Self Sabotage Ourselves?
Explore the concept of self-sabotage and different states of consciousness. Learn about the importance of Vedic meditation and the potential of fulfilling sadness. Discover the ineffectiveness of lectures and the need for self-exploration. Delve into the practice of Vedic meditation to improve clarity, reduce stress, and promote happiness.

Jun 25, 2023 • 40min
World Peace is an Inside Job
Explore the magnitude of the problem of world peace and the connection between individual peace and global harmony. Discover the evolution and dangers of warfare, including nuclear weapons. Challenge the notion of material wealth bringing happiness and focus on finding inner contentment. Learn about happiness, being, and bliss through Vedic meditation and its contribution to world peace.

Jun 18, 2023 • 27min
The Akashic Record Explained
Explore the true nature of the Akashic record and how to access it. Discover the significance of Sanskrit pronunciation and the five great elements. Dive into the concepts of consciousness, memory, and the nature of truth. Learn about the Akashic record's relevance to Vedic meditators and its role in unlocking hidden truths.

Jun 11, 2023 • 19min
The Relationship Between Trust and Charm
The podcast explores the distinction between trust and charm in the Vedic worldview, emphasizing the importance of knowledge derived from direct experience. It delves into the concept of charm as a guide in decision-making and explores the relationship between trust and charm in relation to body needs and digestion. The episode encourages listeners to delve deeper into the subject through a course on the website.

Jun 4, 2023 • 26min
The Evolutionary Function of Suicide
Exploring the evolutionary function of suicide and the misconceptions surrounding it. Discussing risky behaviors, imbibing, and long, slow suicide. Examining the cause of suffering and the importance of self-knowledge. Emphasizing the need to attune with the laws of nature for a life without suffering.

May 29, 2023 • 16min
Understanding the Caste System of India
The podcast discusses the caste system in India, highlighting the origins and British influence. It explores the different castes within the Brahmins and mentions influential figures. The podcast also unravels the truth behind the caste system, exposing British manipulation and dispelling common misconceptions.

May 21, 2023 • 20min
Why do Bad Things Happen to Good People?
In this podcast, Thom discusses why bad things happen to good people and invites us to reconsider our definition of 'bad things'. He explores the role of struggles in our evolution and highlights the intriguing nature of life's obstacles. The podcast also touches on the symbolism of the lotus flower as a representation of personal evolution after adversity.

May 14, 2023 • 31min
Punya - How to Increase Your Deserving Power
Explore the relationship between deserving power and our perception of reality. Understand consciousness and transcendence. Discuss the pressure of social media and living with imposter syndrome. Delve into the concept of Lopunya and Hypunya. Highlight contradictions in understanding our true relationship with our bodies.

May 7, 2023 • 35min
Yudhishthira and the Most Wondrous Thing
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi said on more than one occasion that free will was God’s greatest gift to mankind. And while that may well be, we have to ask ourselves whether we actually make the most of this gift. In this episode, Thom takes us to a pivotal moment in The Mahabharata, when Yudhishthira, the offspring of Dharma, and Arjuna’s older brother, puts his wisdom to the test to restore the lives of his brothers.Like much of The Mahabharata, and most Vedic literature, it makes a sobering point about how we can take more responsibility for our own evolution, and bring and end to the cycle of life and death.Episode Highlights:[00:45] Sequence in the Form of Storyline[03:18] Mahabharata: The Story of India's Royal Family[05:06] Exile of the Pandava Brothers and Draupadi[07:30] Nakula and The Crane[09:24] A Genetic Advantage[11:44] Hurtling Towards Death[13:39] A Pivotal Point[14:56] The Most Valuable Asset[17:36] The Ultimate Vedic Teaching[20:03] This is What I Am[21:57] We Form an Opinion of Ourselves[23:57] I Am Also This[25:51] I Am a Human Being, Not Just a Human Doing.[27:30] Longevity is a Fatal Condition[29:57] Make Great Priorities in Life[31:48] Living in Heaven-on-Earth StatusUseful Linksinfo@thomknoles.comhttps://thomknoles.com/https://www.instagram.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.facebook.com/thethomknoleshttps://www.youtube.com/c/thomknoleshttps://thomknoles.com/ask-thom-anything/


