Why does a non-dualist celebrate Diwali? People see the photograph of Neem Karoli Baba behind me in sessions. Then they hear me talk about oneness, non-duality, consciousness. And they get confused. "Wait. If you believe you and God are one, why do you have an altar? Why do rituals? Isn't that contradicting yourself?" I used to think the same way. I used to reject everything that didn't fit my "understanding." But that was before I actually understood what non-duality means. This isn't about rejecting forms. It's about recognizing that all forms are consciousness playing with itself. The wave celebrating being the ocean. The drop honoring the totality. In this video, we explore why Adi Shankaracharya wrote devotional hymns about the same reality he called "one," what Ravana's ten heads actually represent and why it matters, the real story beneath the Ramayana, why humans light fires on the darkest nights across every culture, how invoking deities is energy work not superstition, and my journey from "perfect life" to complete disconnection to understanding. This is for anyone trying to reconcile spiritual understanding with traditional practices. Or just wondering: how does this actually work in real life? Read the full blog: https://www.abhijeetchauhan.com/post/why-i-celebrate-diwali Connect: abhijeetchauhan.com | Instagram: @abhijeetschauhan TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 The Contradiction That Confuses People 01:23 When Rigid Beliefs Limit Understanding 02:45 What Non-Duality Actually Means 04:52 Adi Shankaracharya's Devotional Hymns 05:56 The Ocean Honoring Its Own Wave 06:45 Ramakrishna: "I Like the Taste of Sugar" 07:56 The Ramayana: Beyond the Surface Story 09:06 Ram, Sita, and the Mind Consciousness Connection 09:46 Ravana's Ten Heads: Humanity's Inner Battles 11:24 Consciousness Reclaiming the Mind 12:05 Amavasya: When Energy Hits Its Lowest 12:56 Invoking Deities as Energy Work 15:03 My Journey From Success to Emptiness 17:20 Kashmir Shaivism: The Universe Celebrating Itself 18:43 The Universal Pattern Across All Cultures 20:30 How I Work With Diwali Energies 21:03 Living Non-Duality Through Forms 22:17 I Am the Darkness and the Light 22:40 Why I Celebrate Diwali 23:35 Remembering Together Disclaimer: This video is for educational/spiritual wellbeing only and does not offer medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. Not a substitute for professional care.

*Is your life truly your own, or are you walking a path already written for you?* In this powerful conversation, *Abhijeet Chauhan* and *Gurjot Kaur* explore the intersection of destiny and free will, unraveling how karmic cycles, soul contracts, and deep emotional patterns shape our experiences. This isn’t just another talk on spirituality—it’s a raw, unscripted deep dive into the *forces that guide us, the struggles we resist, and the lessons we keep repeating.* If you’ve ever wondered why certain people enter your life, why relationships follow the same patterns, or why change feels impossible, this episode is for you. *We explore:* 🔹 The unseen *karmic forces* shaping our lives 🔹 *Why relationships trigger us*—and what they’re really teaching us 🔹 The *illusion of control* vs. the reality of pre-destined lessons 🔹 *Breaking free* from recurring patterns and subconscious loops 🔹 The *power of self-acceptance, forgiveness, and surrender* 🔹 What your *soul contracts* reveal about your deepest wounds and gifts This is a *conversation for seekers*—those questioning their path, feeling stuck, or sensing there’s more beneath the surface of their reality. If you’re ready to *understand your life from a higher perspective*, this episode will change how you see everything. 🚀 *Let’s go deeper together.* 🔗 *Connect with us:* 🌍 *Abhijeet Chauhan* | abhijeetchauhan.com | Instagram: @abhijeetschauhan 🌍 *Gurjot Kaur* | insearchoflight.com | Instagram: @isolwithgurjot | https://www.youtube.com/@UC8cNNsq7OUwZmIKRRTJ0Pyg 🎥 *Watch the full podcast & explore working with us!* TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro 00:48 The Vision 04:09 Acceptance of the path 07:34 Gurjot's Journey 08:30 Working with Children & Parents Disclaimer: This video is for educational and spiritual‑wellbeing purposes only. It does not provide medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice and is not a substitute for diagnosis, treatment, or professional care. Do not disregard professional advice or delay seeking it because of something you heard here. Practice in a safe environment (never while driving). If you have health concerns, consult a qualified professional. By using this content, you agree to assume full responsibility for your participation.

*Do you push people away before they can leave you?* Why do you abandon yourself before anyone else gets the chance? You know the pattern. You shrink yourself to fit spaces you were never meant for. You carry your family's limitations in your bones and call it loyalty. You sabotage your own success because choosing yourself feels like betrayal. This meditation is about the deepest abandonment of all - the way you abandon yourself. In this guided meditation, we work with: Why you choose familiar pain over unfamiliar growth How you carry ancestral wounds that were never yours Breaking cycles of self-abandonment that run generations deep Learning to stay with yourself when growth feels dangerous *You'll recognize yourself if:* Success feels like betrayal. You keep yourself small to make others comfortable. You're exhausted from running from your own truth. *This is deep work.* We go into the childhood patterns, the family wounds, the places where you learned that closeness meant danger. Then we create space to choose differently. How to practice? Find a safe, quiet place to sit or lie down. If you feel dizzy or overwhelmed, pause, breathe normally, and resume only if it feels right. Avoid practicing while driving or during tasks requiring attention. Who this is for? Seekers ready to stop running from old stories and meet themselves with honesty, gratitude, and care. If pregnant or managing cardiovascular/respiratory conditions, consult a qualified professional before breathwork. If you feel dizzy, anxious, or numb, pause and breathe normally. Practice in a safe environment; never while driving or operating machinery. This content is for education/spiritual wellbeing, not diagnosis or treatment. If this practice stirred strong emotions, you're not alone. Breathe, drink water, journal a few lines, and return when ready. *Reminder:* This meditation is not medical or therapeutic advice. If you need support, please reach out to a qualified professional. If this helped, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs this work today. *DISCLAIMER:* This video is for educational/spiritual wellbeing only and does not offer medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. Not a substitute for professional care. Do not practice while driving. If you have health concerns, consult a qualified professional before participating. You are responsible for your own wellbeing.