Your mind can either build your peace or break it. When it serves your higher purpose, it becomes your greatest ally. But when left unchecked, it becomes your biggest obstacle. Master the mind before it masters you. Stillness is not weakness; it’s inner strength.
Vienna: where Mozart once composed, Freud philosophized, and now, kirtan fills the air!
I recently visited this majestic city and led a seminar on community building at ISKCON Vienna, nestled in the heart of town. The cathedrals were awe-inspiring in their silence, but the ISKCON temple brought devotion alive with singing, dancing, and feasting!
A special shout-out to HG Anand Bihari Prabhu—the one-man show who cooked for us, arranged our stay, managed the Deity services, and inspired us with his humility and enthusiasm.
Vienna gave me music, philosophy, and unforgettable bhakti.
Which spiritual space has left a lasting impression on you?
Imagine typing 9 but your phone keeps showing 1 frustrating, isn’t it? Now apply that to life. Our mind is the interface we use to experience the world. If that interface is corrupted by ego, past hurt, or illusion our perception too becomes distorted.
Just like Mahabaleshwar’s beauty won’t be felt if the mind is anxious, peace is not about changing your location it’s about cleansing your perception. Change the lens, and the world changes with it.
It’s not about rituals or rules, it's about living with purpose, compassion, and integrity.
At the heart of Dharma is one simple truth: To serve is to love, and to love is to live meaningfully. When we align with this, we don’t just follow Dharma we embody it.
Śikṣāṣṭakam Verse 1 in Action: Harinam on the Streets of Vienna!
I was blessed to join HH Mahavishnu Maharaj for a soul-stirring Harinam in Vienna. Maharaj’s boundless energy-arriving at 11 AM, leading kirtan from 2 PM for three hours, and moving to the next city by evening-was a living example of the verse: “Let there be all victory for the chanting of the holy name, which cleanses the mirror of the heart.”
His mismatched slippers and joyful simplicity were unforgettable! And when I mentioned Pune, he remembered distributing Srila Prabhupada’s books there in 1977-so much history in one smile.
Even as he left, Maharaj kept chanting, reminding us: everyone is Krishna’s devotee-we’re just here to help them remember.
All glories to Maharaj, Srila Prabhupada, and the holy names that purify and uplift us all!
Have you ever joined a Harinam? Share your favorite kirtan memory below!
They stay where you left them waiting for your focus, your discipline, your action. The mind wanders. Life distracts. But remember: success doesn’t chase anyone. You must walk back to your purpose, one conscious step at a time.
Just returned from a soul-stirring visit to ISKCON Poland!
Poland’s spirit is truly inspiring-rising from its challenging past into a future filled with hope and devotion. My short stay at ISKCON Warsaw and ISKCON Wrocław was packed with uplifting kirtans, warm hospitality, and unforgettable moments with wonderful devotees like HG Bada Haridas Prabhu, HG Kishore Kishori Prabhu, and HG Parasara Muni Prabhu.
Special thanks to everyone who made me feel at home (and well-fed with delicious homemade pizza!). These memories are a treasure, and I look forward to returning for more loving association.
All glories to Srila Prabhupada for building such vibrant spiritual communities across the world!
Have you ever experienced such hospitality on your travels? Share your story below!
A Palace for Tulasi Devi: The Humble Devotion of Bhakta Vitalius
In a modest Soviet-era apartment in Vilnius, Bhakta Vitalius has carved out a sanctuary, not for himself, but for Srimati Tulasi Devi. Two entire rooms are lovingly dedicated to her care. His own bed? A makeshift space in the hallway. What the world calls “sacrifice,” he calls “service.”
For over two years, he’s nurtured some of the tallest and healthiest Tulasi plants we’ve ever seen. His eyes light up with every leaf, his words bloom with reverence. Tulasi is not a plant to him, she is family, guru, goddess.
Is it madness? Or the kind of love that defies logic and flows straight from the soul?
All glories to Srila Prabhupada, whose teachings continue to awaken such heart-touching devotion. All glories to Bhakta Vitalius, a quiet hero of Tulasi seva.
"Whoever takes shelter of the Tulasi tree, whoever plants her in their home, and whoever waters or worships her with devotion, attains pure love for Krishna and goes back to Godhead." — Skanda Purana
Our next stop was the vibrant ISKCON Kaunas community, where we had the good fortune to meet and spend time with Dwija Mani Prabhu, Sri Rama Rupa Prabhu, and Ekachakra Prabhu, the resident monks and pillars of the temple.
The community here is blissful and deeply devotional. It was truly a privilege to offer a seminar and speak on Srimad Bhagavatam to such sincere souls. The kindness, warmth, and loving exchanges with the devotees left a deep impression on my heart.
Here’s a light-hearted moment from the trip, after many years, I tried my hand at cooking chapatis again! Let’s just say, while the chapatis weren’t winning any awards for “perfect circles,” the love and laughter in the kitchen made them five-star offerings in Krishna’s eyes.
In the end, it’s the devotion that makes the feast complete, not the geometry of the bread!
Grateful for these sweet memories and for the opportunity to serve and be served by such wonderful souls.
Your mind can either build your peace or break it. When it serves your higher purpose, it becomes your greatest ally. But when left unchecked, it becomes your biggest obstacle. Master the mind before it masters you. Stillness is not weakness; it’s inner strength.
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Vienna: where Mozart once composed, Freud philosophized, and now, kirtan fills the air!
I recently visited this majestic city and led a seminar on community building at ISKCON Vienna, nestled in the heart of town. The cathedrals were awe-inspiring in their silence, but the ISKCON temple brought devotion alive with singing, dancing, and feasting!
A special shout-out to HG Anand Bihari Prabhu—the one-man show who cooked for us, arranged our stay, managed the Deity services, and inspired us with his humility and enthusiasm.
Vienna gave me music, philosophy, and unforgettable bhakti.
Which spiritual space has left a lasting impression on you?
#ViennaVibes #gauranitai #iskconaustria #SpiritualEurope #BhaktiJourney #mozarttomantra #communityofdevotion #madansundardas #madansundardasofficial #motivationalspeaker ... See MoreSee Less
Imagine typing 9 but your phone keeps showing 1 frustrating, isn’t it? Now apply that to life. Our mind is the interface we use to experience the world. If that interface is corrupted by ego, past hurt, or illusion our perception too becomes distorted.
Just like Mahabaleshwar’s beauty won’t be felt if the mind is anxious, peace is not about changing your location it’s about cleansing your perception. Change the lens, and the world changes with it.
#mindmanagement #selfawareness #madansundardas #madansundardasofficial #motivationalspeaker #spiritualintelligence
#bhagavadgitawisdom #innerpeace #modernmindset #mentalclarity ... See MoreSee Less
Dharma doesn’t divide it unites.
It’s not about rituals or rules, it's about living with purpose, compassion, and integrity.
At the heart of Dharma is one simple truth: To serve is to love, and to love is to live meaningfully.
When we align with this, we don’t just follow Dharma we embody it.
#dharma #madansundardas #madansundardasofficial #motivationalspeaker #servewithlove #vedicwisdom #dharmalife #livewithpurpose #spiritualawakening #unitythroughdharma ... See MoreSee Less
Śikṣāṣṭakam Verse 1 in Action: Harinam on the Streets of Vienna!
I was blessed to join HH Mahavishnu Maharaj for a soul-stirring Harinam in Vienna. Maharaj’s boundless energy-arriving at 11 AM, leading kirtan from 2 PM for three hours, and moving to the next city by evening-was a living example of the verse: “Let there be all victory for the chanting of the holy name, which cleanses the mirror of the heart.”
His mismatched slippers and joyful simplicity were unforgettable! And when I mentioned Pune, he remembered distributing Srila Prabhupada’s books there in 1977-so much history in one smile.
Even as he left, Maharaj kept chanting, reminding us: everyone is Krishna’s devotee-we’re just here to help them remember.
All glories to Maharaj, Srila Prabhupada, and the holy names that purify and uplift us all!
Have you ever joined a Harinam? Share your favorite kirtan memory below!
#HarinamInVienna #SankirtanSpirit #SiksastakamVerse1 #MahavishnuMaharaj #SrilaPrabhupadaMission #ChantAndBeHappy #madansundardas #madansundardasofficial #motivationalspeaker ... See MoreSee Less
Goals don’t drift away like you do.
They stay where you left them waiting for your focus, your discipline, your action. The mind wanders. Life distracts. But remember: success doesn’t chase anyone. You must walk back to your purpose, one conscious step at a time.
Focus. Act. Let go. And trust the process.
#madansundardas #madansundardasofficial #motivationalspeaker #focusonyourgoals #disciplinematters #goalsetter #mindfulaction #spiritualfocus #bhaktimindset #purposefulpath ... See MoreSee Less
Just returned from a soul-stirring visit to ISKCON Poland!
Poland’s spirit is truly inspiring-rising from its challenging past into a future filled with hope and devotion. My short stay at ISKCON Warsaw and ISKCON Wrocław was packed with uplifting kirtans, warm hospitality, and unforgettable moments with wonderful devotees like HG Bada Haridas Prabhu, HG Kishore Kishori Prabhu, and HG Parasara Muni Prabhu.
Special thanks to everyone who made me feel at home (and well-fed with delicious homemade pizza!). These memories are a treasure, and I look forward to returning for more loving association.
All glories to Srila Prabhupada for building such vibrant spiritual communities across the world!
Have you ever experienced such hospitality on your travels? Share your story below!
#ISKCONPoland #SpiritualJourney #VaishnavaHospitality #Kirtan #FaithInAction #madansundardas #madansundardasofficial #motivationalspeaker ... See MoreSee Less
A true leader isn’t defined by position or power but by the moral courage to do what’s right, even when it’s not easy.
In a world that glorifies dominance, may we remember strength without ethics is just control, but strength with integrity transforms lives.
#madansundardas #madansundardasofficial #motivationalspeaker #moralleadership #trueleadership #leadwithcourage #ethicalstrength #innerstrength #spiritualleadership #consciousleaders ... See MoreSee Less
A Palace for Tulasi Devi: The Humble Devotion of Bhakta Vitalius
In a modest Soviet-era apartment in Vilnius, Bhakta Vitalius has carved out a sanctuary, not for himself, but for Srimati Tulasi Devi. Two entire rooms are lovingly dedicated to her care. His own bed? A makeshift space in the hallway. What the world calls “sacrifice,” he calls “service.”
For over two years, he’s nurtured some of the tallest and healthiest Tulasi plants we’ve ever seen. His eyes light up with every leaf, his words bloom with reverence. Tulasi is not a plant to him, she is family, guru, goddess.
Is it madness? Or the kind of love that defies logic and flows straight from the soul?
All glories to Srila Prabhupada, whose teachings continue to awaken such heart-touching devotion.
All glories to Bhakta Vitalius, a quiet hero of Tulasi seva.
"Whoever takes shelter of the Tulasi tree, whoever plants her in their home, and whoever waters or worships her with devotion, attains pure love for Krishna and goes back to Godhead."
— Skanda Purana
#TulasiDevi #UnsungDevotees #ISKCONVilnius #SimpleLivingHighThinking #DevotionInAction #HeartOfBhakti #madansundardas #madansundardasofficial #motivationalspeaker ... See MoreSee Less
True joy in relationships doesn’t come from receiving, it comes from creating shelter.
When we become a safe space for others, where they feel seen, heard, and valued, we build more than connection we build trust.
In a world full of judgment, be the refuge someone silently hopes for.
Give more presence than advice. Offer more understanding than reaction. That’s where joy begins.
#madansundardas #madansundardasofficial #motivationalspeaker #relationshipwisdom #safespace #emotionalintelligence #deepconnections #spiritualrelationships #bhaktiinlife #joyinrelationships #createconnection #trustedspace ... See MoreSee Less
Our next stop was the vibrant ISKCON Kaunas community, where we had the good fortune to meet and spend time with Dwija Mani Prabhu, Sri Rama Rupa Prabhu, and Ekachakra Prabhu, the resident monks and pillars of the temple.
The community here is blissful and deeply devotional. It was truly a privilege to offer a seminar and speak on Srimad Bhagavatam to such sincere souls. The kindness, warmth, and loving exchanges with the devotees left a deep impression on my heart.
Here’s a light-hearted moment from the trip, after many years, I tried my hand at cooking chapatis again! Let’s just say, while the chapatis weren’t winning any awards for “perfect circles,” the love and laughter in the kitchen made them five-star offerings in Krishna’s eyes.
In the end, it’s the devotion that makes the feast complete, not the geometry of the bread!
Grateful for these sweet memories and for the opportunity to serve and be served by such wonderful souls.
#iskconkaunas #devotiontrip #srimadbhagavatam #krishnaconsciousness #bhaktiexperience #devotionallife #vashnavasanga #iskconmonks #prasadamseva #gratitudejourney #madansundardas #madansundardasofficial #motivationalspeaker ... See MoreSee Less
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