Podcast · Devotional & Spiritual

BAPS Better Living

by BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha · English · Devotional & Spiritual

Inspiring well-being and harmony in daily life through enlightening spiritual discourses. (1) DISCOURSES: spiritual talks by learned swamis as well as experienced devotees. (2) DIALOGUES: question-answer sessions. (3) MEDITATIONS: affirmations and thoughts to help guide our own minds. (4) INSIGHTS:

New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 31 min
Latest: 12 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

12 Oct 2026 · 31 minNew

How to Break Your Phone Addiction Habit (There’s a Dharmic Way) | Dharmic Life

This episode of Dharmic Life explores smartphone and social media addiction through personal experiences, research, and a dharmic lens. Today, digital platforms are intentionally engineered to capture our attention through constant notifications and endless feeds. This has fueled the rise of “doomscrolling,” a habit known to negatively affect our mood, mental well-being, and relationships. In fact, rising smartphone use has coincided with a sharp increase in youth depression,...

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6 Oct 2026 · 33 min
What Makes Faith Reasonable? (Part 1) | Pujya Chaitanyamurtidas Swami | Windows Into Wisdom
Faith is often spoken about as something we either have or we don’t. But is it really that simple? And does having faith mean believing without questioning? In Part 1 of this two-part conversation with P. Chaitanyamurtidas Swami, we explore the idea of faith from a thoughtful and practical perspective. We look at why faith plays such a central role in spiritual life, how it relates to reason and trust, and whether the way we rely on people, systems, and knowledge in everyday life can te...
14 Sep 2026 · 32 min
Why Relationships Feel Empty (and What to Do About It) | Dharmic Life
Why Relationships Feel Empty (and What to Do About It): Rethinking Love and Friendship Through a Spiritual Lens In this BAPS Better Living Dharmic Life episode, Palak and Rakhee discuss a dharmic perspective on love, friendship, and faith. They explore how one small but powerful shift in perspective can transform the way we show up in our most meaningful relationships. Drawing from their own experiences and practices, they explore a simple but powerful question: “Am I becoming the...
31 Aug 2026 · 56 min
I Know What To Do…So Why Dont I Do It? | Pujya Snehmunidas Swami | Windows Into Wisdom
Why do we know what is right, but still struggle to do it? In this episode of Windows into Wisdom by BAPS Better Living, we sit down with Pujya Snehmunidas Swami to explore one of the most honest struggles in spiritual growth: the gap between knowing better and actually doing better. Many of us have heard wisdom about patience, forgiveness, discipline, prayer, humility, and inner change. We may even feel inspired in the moment. But when life tests us, old habits, emotions, ego, an...
21 Aug 2026 · 27 min
Payal Patel on being Aligned: Where Logic Ends and Faith Begins
In this episode of the BAPS Better Living Inspired Series, we sit down with Payal Patel, Director of Business Development at Robert Half, to explore what happens when logic can only take us so far. With a background in law, Payal shares how faith, values, and spirituality have helped her navigate difficult decisions, professional pressure, and moments when there is no perfectly logical answer. Together, we explore how honesty, integrity, introspection, and faith can help us live...
4 Aug 2026 · 23 min
How to Find Belonging as a Hindu in America (Or Anywhere Else In the World) | Dharmic Life
Belonging in the Diaspora: A Dharmic View on Identity, Citizenship, and Seva In this episode of BAPS Better Living’s Dharmic Life episode, Dhawal and Kashyap discuss identity and belonging as diaspora Hindus in North America. They explore how immigrants often feel tension between preserving Hindu practices and fitting into Western society, with Kashyap sharing experiences growing up as the only Hindu in his Alabama school and feeling embarrassed about rituals. Framing the conversa...
28 Jul 2026 · 36 min
US Congressman Pete Sessions’ Journey to India
Join US Congressman Pete Sessions as he shares his story of visiting India. In this candid conversation with Pujya Brahmaviharidas Swami, Congressman Sessions shares his deep regard for India’s culture and people. He shares his experiences seeing the industry, creativity, and especially the spirituality of the people. He talks about his experiences meeting His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj and the deep impact it left on him. In this episode, explore how spirituality helps us trans...
23 Jul 2026 · 27 min
Former US Marine Meera Amin on Embodying Honor, Commitment, and Courage
Embodying Honor, Commitment, and Courage with Meera Amin The values that sustain us through life's greatest challenges often become the foundation upon which we build our character, leadership, and purpose. In this special episode of the Inspired Series, we are honored to feature Meera Amin. She is a Marine veteran, a Project Manager for the Chief Medical Officer at Disney, and a Doctoral Candidate in Whole Health Leadership. As America commemorates its 250th anniversary, M...
14 Jul 2026 · 31 min
US Air Force Pilot Jaydevsinh Zala on Serving a Nation While Staying True to Your Faith
In this episode of Inspired by BAPS Better Living, U.S. Air Force officer and pilot Jaydevsinh Zala shares how his immigrant father’s unrealized dream of becoming a pilot inspired him from childhood, reinforced by seva (selfless service) and a desire to give back to America. Throughout it all, guidance from his guru and continuing to perform his daily ahnik (spiritual routine) helped him stay true to his roots, even during challenging times. 🎧 Tune in to hear how creativity, spiritualit...
29 Jun 2026 · 43 min
The Hidden Power of Caring | Dharmic Life
This episode of Dharmic Life on the BAPS Better Living podcast explores Dr. Tony Nader’s book The Power of Caring and why modern society, especially younger generations, faces loneliness, isolation, and numbness through distractions. Joined by co-hosts Kashyap and Dhawal, the discussion engages Dr. Nader, a Harvard and MIT-trained neuroscientist, medical doctor, and leader of the Transcendental Meditation program, on how caring is transformative, rooted in deep spiritual foundation, and...
5 Jun 2026 · 41 min
From Guru’s Guidance to UN Peacebuilding: A Conversation with Bawa Jain
In this episode of the BAPS Better Living: Inspired Series, we speak with Bawa Jain, Secretary General of the World Council of Religious Leaders, about his journey from a business family in India to deep involvement at the United Nations after his guru, Acharya Sushil Kumarji Maharaj, instructed him to stay in the U.S. and work with the UN. Jain recounts building networks within the UN, chairing events during the UN’s 50th anniversary, and helping launch the 2000 Millennium World Peace ...
27 May 2026 · 33 min
When Life Doesn’t Go As Planned | Dharmic Life
Life rarely unfolds exactly the way we planned. Careers shift. Relationships change. Expectations break. And sometimes, the hardest part is not what happened… but letting go of what we thought life was “supposed” to look like. In this episode of Dharmic Life, we experience a discussion between Palak Shah and Rakhee Patel as they share personal reflections on navigating the unexpected turns life can bring. Together, we explore how faith, perspective, and trust in God can help us navigate...
20 May 2026 · 16 min
Being an Artist as a Hindu American - Jaykishan Patel on Inspired Series
What does it mean to live creatively while staying grounded in purpose and spirituality? In the latest episode of BAPS Better Living – Inspired Series, we sit down with artist and UX/UI designer Jaykishan Patel for a thoughtful conversation about creativity, career, identity, and the values that shape the paths that we choose. From sketching the Atlanta Mandir as it was being built during his childhood to balancing professional design work, family responsibilities, and artistic passion ...
7 May 2026 · 31 min
Why Organized Religion May Be More Essential Than You Think | Dharmic Life
In this episode of the Dharmic Life Podcast on BAPS Better Living, host Dhawal, Dr. Kashyap, and Rashmi discuss what organized religion really means and why it is essential for spiritual progress. The talk delves into concerns that people have about organized religion, especially when relating to losing their individuality, falling into blind rituals, and the real scandals and hypocrisy that often come up. Through it all, the participants address these real concerns through the le...
30 Apr 2026 · 25 min
Inspired Series: Dr. Angelina Mehta, GySgt in U.S. Marine & Naturopathic Doctor
What does leadership look like when it’s rooted in service? In the latest episode of the BAPS Better Living – Inspired Series, we speak with Dr. Angelina Mehta - a Gunnery Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Reserve and a Naturopathic Doctor who leads with both discipline and compassion. Angelina’s journey spans two worlds that rarely intersect: the rigor of military service and the healing work of medicine. Yet for her, both paths share a common foundation - service to others. Growing up with ...
31 Mar 2026 · 34 min
How to Stop Performing and Start Living Spiritually | Dharmic Life
In this episode of BAPS Better Living Dharmic Life, we explore what it means to be spiritual amidst practices like yoga, meditation, retreats, mindfulness, and decluttering. Feeling spiritual is different than being spiritual. Often, we see social media performances where liking posts, sharing quotes, and other outward “spiritual” aesthetics replace real action and consistent inner work. But true spirituality is striving for something greater than ego, aligning inner identity (sou...
27 Mar 2026 · 31 min
Inspired Series: Purpose in Uncertainty with Amar Chollera
Amar Chollera is an entrepreneur and global business operator whose life spans multiple continents - from growing up in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to studying at UCLA and building a career across the U.S., UAE, and East Africa. Through major life transitions - including the loss of a family member, stepping into greater family responsibility, navigating newly married life, and facing the uncertainties of entrepreneurship - Amar has remained deeply grounded in his faith and values. I...
20 Mar 2026 · 51 min
The Self, Found in God (Part 2) | Pujya Bhaktivardhandas Swami | Windows into Wisdom
In Part 2 of Windows into Wisdom, Pujya Bhaktivardhandas Swami takes us deeper into a transformative insight - The self can be discovered through association with God. Rather than constructing identity from the outside in, spiritual wisdom teaches that one’s identity is revealed through relationship - devotion, nearness, and alignment with the Divine. Who we associate with shapes who we become. When that association is with God, identity expands rather than contracts. It stabili...
3 Mar 2026 · 35 min
Beyond Labels: Who Are We, Really? (Part 1) | Pujya Bhaktivardhandas Swami | Windows Into Wisdom
In this episode of Windows into Wisdom, we sit down with Pujya Bhaktivardhandas Swami to explore a powerful spiritual question: are we truly the identities we have built around ourselves? We often define ourselves by our career, roles, relationships, achievements, personality, opinions, or even our struggles. But these identities shift. They evolve. Sometimes they disappear. If our profession changes… If our relationships change… If our status or abilities change…&nbs...
23 Feb 2026 · 20 min
Finding Balance Through Medicine, Motherhood & Creativity with Dr. Hemali Patel
In this episode BAPS Better Living: Inspired, we sit down with Dr. Hemali Patel - neurologist, educator, mother, and children’s book author - whose journey is rooted in resilience, representation, and spiritual grounding. Hemali shares how she navigated the demanding years of medical training while staying connected to her satsang values, drawing strength and perspective through long hours, uncertainty, and the emotional weight of caring for patients. Inspired by a lack of represe...
6 Feb 2026 · 28 min
Dharmic Life - Rooted and Relevant
What does it mean to live your values with confidence in a constantly changing world? In this episode of Dharmic Life by BAPS Better Living, Palak and Akshara share heartfelt reflections on how faith, family, and community shape not only what we believe - but who we become. From childhood experiences of trying to fit in to watching their children embrace their Hindu American identity with pride, they explore how understanding the deeper meaning behind traditions transforms rituals...
29 Jan 2026 · 24 min
Inspired Series - Roma Patel
In this episode, we sit down with Roma Patel, Digital Risk & AI Lawyer, to explore how humility and self-awareness can help shape authentic leadership. Roma shares how humility isn’t about shrinking yourself - it’s about staying centered, clear, and aligned with your values, especially in competitive spaces like corporate law. Drawing inspiration from her spiritual guide, Roma reflects on how inner grounding influences her approach to leadership, service, and decision-making. ...
26 Jan 2026 · 31 min
Dharmic Life - Why Having It All Isn't Enough
In this episode of Dharmic Life by BAPS Better Living, we explore a question many people quietly wrestle with: What do you do when you have achieved all the material success you had aimed for, yet still feel unfulfilled? Join our hosts as they reflect on why achievements, comfort, and recognition alone are not enough to sustain lasting happiness. The conversation dives into the role spirituality plays in providing deeper meaning beyond material gains, and how spiritual growth can nurtur...
27 Dec 2025 · 18 min
Inspired Series - Darshan Patel
In this episode of Inspired on the BAPS Better Living, Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt sits down with Darshan Patel - public servant, entrepreneur, and lifelong learner - for a thoughtful conversation on purpose, service, and intentional living. Darshan reflects how faith, family, and a commitment to serving others have shaped his journey through government leadership and entrepreneurship, helping him stay grounded and focused in a rapidly changing world. Through personal stories and thoughtful re...
26 Nov 2025 · 20 min
Dharmic Life - Voices that Shape Us
In this thoughtful episode of The Dharmic Life Podcast, Palak and Akshara unpack a timely theme: our environment - what we eat, what we watch, and whom we spend time with - silently shapes who we become. Starting with a relatable story about kids and morning routines, they discuss the power of mindful consumption: how swapping junk for wholesome food (and curated, uplifting media) helps steady our energy and focus. They move from everyday examples into spiritual guidance: small daily pr...
19 Nov 2025 · 21 min
Dharmic Life - Gift of Second Chances
In this episode of the Dharmic Life series by BAPS Better Living, co-host Dhawal sits down with Dr. Deven Patel to explore the transformative power of second chances - how forgiveness, gratitude, and spiritual wisdom can help us heal, grow, and rebuild trust in ourselves and others. Through thoughtful conversation and personal reflections, they uncover how spirituality offers a deeper lens for understanding grace and compassion in a world that often values cutting ties over reconciliati...
5 Nov 2025 · 24 min
Living a Life of Service in Medicine and Beyond with Ria Soni
In this episode of Inspired on the BAPS Better Living Podcast, we sit down with Ria Soni - physician, social entrepreneur, and advocate for women’s health - to explore what it truly means to live a life of service in medicine and beyond. From her early years growing up in the BAPS satsang community to her work in hospitals and rural villages, Ria’s journey is a testament to how values of seva (selfless service) can shape both personal and professional purpose. Guided by empathy, humilit...
28 Oct 2025 · 59 min
Mastery, Not Balance | Pujya Chaitanyamurtidas Swami | Windows Into Wisdom Series
In this episode of Windows Into Wisdom, Pujya Chaitanyamurtidas Swami explores a powerful shift in perspective - from striving for “balance” to embracing mastery of life’s deeper rhythms. Why chase equilibrium when you can rise above it? Swamiji invites us to transcend the conventional idea of balancing work and peace - and instead cultivate a wholehearted, embodied mastery of every moment. Drawing from timeless spiritual wisdom, he reveals how inner mastery frees us from the ups and do...
14 Oct 2025 · 49 min
Karma Yog | Pujya Yogananddas Swami | Windows Into Wisdom Series
In this episode of Windows into Wisdom, Pujya Yogananddas Swami explores the essence of Karma Yoga - the art of living a life free from stress and frustration. Can peace truly coexist with productivity? Can action be effortless yet meaningful? Drawing from timeless spiritual wisdom, Swamiji reveals how selfless service and inner clarity transform daily work into a path toward peace and fulfillment. Through insightful reflections, he encourages us to act not out of pressure, but o...
10 Oct 2025 · 1 hr 12 min
Rethink - Redesign - Rebuild | Pujya Gnanvatsaldas Swami | Windows Into Wisdom Series
In this episode of Windows into Wisdom, Pujya Gnanvatsaldas Swami invites us to look within and rediscover the power of purposeful living. Through insightful reflections shared at the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in San Jose, California, Swamiji challenges us to rethink our habits, redesign our mindset, and rebuild our lives with clarity and intention. His message inspires us to pursue not just success, but significance - leading with values that bring true growth and fulfillment. Listeners ...

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BAPS Better Living is a English devotional & spiritual podcast from BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha
Language: English
Category: Devotional & Spiritual
New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 31 min
Latest episode: 12 Oct 2026
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