Devotion is often heralded as a path to enlightenment, but what does that mean? To whom or to what should we be devoted to?
Thom presents the Vedic position on devotion in this episode, teaching us that devotion is an effect rather than a cause, an outcome rather than an action.
It’s a compelling case that gives us full control over our ability to experience devotion and the rich rewards that come with it.
Episode Highlights:
[00:45] The First Element of Devotion
[02:50] The Significance of Personalized Mantras
[05:01] The Proposition of Learning
[06:39] Another Extraordinary Thing
[08:02] Commitment to Regular Practice of Vedic Meditation
[09:20] How Did You Live Without It?
[10:45] Devotion & Dedication
[12:55] Deva-Ocean
[14:47] A Supreme Form of Love
[16:58] Falling in Love with Our Self
[18:54] Unity Points and Recognition of Self
[20:23] Transition from Love to Devotion
[22:47] Mood-Making is Not Recommended
[24:12] Dedicated Practice and the Emergence of Devotion
[26:16] Devotion as a Natural State of Consciousness
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