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Meaning

Meaning

By: 2025 Quiet. Please
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 "Meaning" is a series that explores one of humanity’s deepest questions: what gives life meaning? From ancient philosophies and spiritual traditions to the modern-day crises of identity and purpose, this series traces the evolution of how we define, seek, and sustain meaning. Through reflections on culture, psychology, and personal stories, each episode dives into the ways people lose, rediscover, and redefine what matters most. Whether you're searching for answers or simply curious about the human experience, this journey offers thoughtful insights and inspiration.

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Episodes
  • Navigating Purpose in a Distracted World

    Navigating Purpose in a Distracted World
    Mar 31 2025
    In "Modern Struggles with Meaning," Guru Anand Bodhi explores our contemporary crisis of purpose through the lenses of industrialization, secularism, nihilism, and consumer capitalism. Drawing from personal experience and philosophical wisdom, he examines how our disconnection from meaningful work, religious frameworks, and authentic community has created an epidemic of emptiness—while offering practical pathways to reclaim meaning through intentionality, presence, and contribution. For more engaging podcasts that transform your understanding of life's deepest questions, visit https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ and join our community of seekers on the path to authentic purpose.
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    33 mins
  • Discovering Meaning Through Traditional Philosophies

    Discovering Meaning Through Traditional Philosophies
    Mar 31 2025
    This enlightening exploration takes listeners on a journey through ancient wisdom traditions and their approaches to meaning. Guru Anand Bodhi weaves together Eastern philosophies like Buddhism and Taoism with Western traditions including Stoicism and early Abrahamic faiths, revealing how these diverse perspectives share common insights about purpose, connection, and living well. Through his unique lens as a fasting advocate, Anand Bodhi shows how ancient practices of voluntary limitation can create space for deeper significance in our modern lives, offering practical wisdom for anyone seeking greater meaning and fulfillment. For more engaging and transformative podcasts like this one, visit https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ – your destination for content that nourishes both mind and spirit.
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    29 mins
  • The Search for Meaning - Ancient Wisdom Mee

    The Search for Meaning - Ancient Wisdom Mee
    Mar 31 2025
    This article explores the concept of meaning through the passionate lens of Guru Anand Bodhi, former corporate executive turned mindfulness teacher. In his distinctive motivational yet mystical style, Bodhi unpacks meaning's linguistic, philosophical, and psychological dimensions while differentiating it from purpose and happiness. He weaves together insights from Viktor Frankl and Carl Jung alongside personal anecdotes about his own journey from corporate burnout to spiritual awakening. The piece examines how meaning emerges through connection, coherence, and values-aligned living, suggesting that meaning isn't found in grand achievements but in authentic engagement with everyday experiences. Through Bodhi's signature blend of ancient wisdom and modern science, the article offers practical guidance for cultivating meaning through contemplative practices like meditation and fasting. For more engaging, thought-provoking podcasts like this one, visit us at https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ – your destination for content that nourishes both mind and spirit!
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    34 mins

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