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Dr. Sanjay Raghav

These podcasts are from ongoing Advaita or Non-duality Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Centre for Self Realisation in Melbourne, Australia. Satsang is a Sanskrit term derived from two roots: sat meaning "true’" and sangha meaning community or association or simply "being in the company of truth," and refers to the act of gathering with Sattvic-minded, uplifting beings, especially spiritual seekers. The philosophy of Advaita or Non-Duality is about All is one, Pure Self.
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  • #710
    Today · 54 min

    710. Nurture the Inner Silence - Bliss from Arunachala Trip 2026 - Non Duality Satsang

    9th Sep 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay facilitated a post-retreat sharing session where participants discussed their experiences from a recent Satsang retreat held at Arunachala, India. Attendees shared their profound experiences, including feelings of bliss, silence, and deep spiritual connection that continued even after returning home. Participants described how the retreat transformed their spiritual practices and understanding, with some reporting ongoing shifts in energy and connection to the divine. Sanjay emphasized that the spiritual experiences were not dependent on location or specific methods, but rather on the pure intention and silence shared among participants, encouraging everyone to maintain their connection to the truth and continue their spiritual practices. These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA (Non-duality Awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

  • #709
    September 13 · 56 min

    709. Ajātivāda - Nothing has ever been born, created, or destroyed - Non Duality Satsang

    19th Aug 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay led a meeting where participants shared experiences and asked questions about spirituality. Sanjay discussed a recent visit from Swami Sarvapriyananda from New York who blessed the land where they are building a meditation center called Ramana Arunachala Mandiram. The main portion involved questions about emotional experiences during meditation and free will versus destiny, which led to an extensive discussion about the nature of the ego and self-realization. Sanjay explained that true freedom comes from understanding that there is no separate "I" doing actions, and advised combining both knowledge (Jnana Marga) and devotion (Bhakti Marga) in spiritual practice. He also discussed methods to reduce doership, recommending continuing the practice of offering actions to the Lord while suggesting that self-inquiry could be an effective complementary approach. The conversation ended with Sanjay announcing that this would be their last Satsang before traveling to Arunachala, with the next meeting scheduled for September 9th. These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA (Non-duality Awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

  • #708
    September 6 · 57 min

    708. Meditate on Inner Silence, the Pure Awareness - Non Duality Meditation

    17th Aug 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay conducted a meditation session focused on teaching participants how to find inner silence through a technique of self-enquiry. He explained that meditation involves deliberately paying attention to inner silence rather than following thoughts, and introduced a method of asking "to whom do these thoughts arise?" followed by "who am I?" to reach this inner silence. Sanjay described how this practice can lead to realization of one's true nature as pure awareness or Brahman Atman, dissolving the ego and ending suffering. He emphasized that this inner journey transcends identification with the body and mind, leading to eternal liberation through grace, and concluded by encouraging participants to maintain faith in the practice and their guru. These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA (Non-duality Awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

  • #707
    August 30 · 1 hr 44 min

    707. Talks from Face to Face Satsang of 15th Aug 2026 - Launch of RAM

    15th Aug 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay explained the regular meeting schedule including online and face-to-face gatherings throughout the week. Sanjay delivered a comprehensive teaching on Bhagavan Ramana Maharishi's method of self-inquiry, explaining how to practice inner silence by focusing on awareness while dealing with common obstacles like body discomfort, racing thoughts, sleepiness, and boredom. He emphasized that the direct path involves recognizing inner silence without relying on external techniques or intermediaries, and shared that construction was progressing well on a new meditation center called Ramana Arunachala Mandiram in Dandenong that would be free for all visitors. The conversation ended with participants sharing their experiences and gratitude for the spiritual community, followed by Tufan playing a traditional Kurdish Sufi drum to support meditation. These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA (Non-duality Awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

  • #706
    August 23 · 1 hr 6 min

    706. Give Up Indentification with the Mind and be Eternally Free - Non Duality Satsang

    12th Aug 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay focused on how to respond to injustice and emotional reactions in daily life while staying grounded in awareness. A participant asked about the difficulty of knowing when to act or remain uninvolved when witnessing bad behavior, and Sanjay emphasized that true action comes from a place of non-attachment and without hatred or passion, as exemplified by Krishna’s teachings in the Mahabharata. Sanjay explained that emotional “tsunamis” and inner conflict arise from identification with the mind and its reactions, and that the solution lies in recognizing that the problem is within oneself, not in external situations. A participant shared a personal example about reacting to a kitten’s sudden aggression and feeling guilt afterward, and Sanjay advised that preparedness comes from ongoing contemplation and meditation, not from trying to control reactions in the moment. The discussion covered the importance of solitude, silent practice, and surrendering the sense of doership, with references to Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi, Buddha, and the power of inner silence. Sanjay encouraged participants to focus on the unchanging, eternal awareness rather than the changing mind, and to let go of ownership of thoughts and emotions to abide in peace. The session ended with reflections on the value of silence, the futility of chasing worldly success, and the lasting peace that comes from realizing the self. These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA (Non-duality Awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

  • #705
    August 17 · 56 min

    705. Focus on Self which is Pure Silence - Non Duality Meditation

    10th Aug 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay delivered a comprehensive teaching on the spiritual path of self-realization, drawing from Mandukya Upanishad and Bhagavan Ramana's teachings. He explained that the ultimate reality is the "fourth state" (Turiya) - an unconditioned consciousness that is neither subjective nor objective, but awareness itself. Sanjay emphasized that true knowledge of self requires both effort and grace, clarifying that grace is not merely external devotion but includes the profound inner effort of seeking truth. He discussed the importance of combining both knowledge (Gyan Marga) and devotion (Bhakti Marga) in this unique path, noting that silence is the primary technique where one turns inward to observe the nature of thoughts and ultimately discovers the underlying silence that is one's true nature. Sanjay warned against casual approaches to spiritual practice, stressing that serious seekers must maintain alertness and dedication, as the path requires consistent inner work to remove ignorance and reveal the natural state of peace and bliss that is always present within. These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA (Non-duality Awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

  • #699
    August 3 · 1 hr

    699. Pay Attention to SELF Only - Gems from the Past

    15th Dec 2021 (Satsangs from the Archives) These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

  • #698
    August 1 · 53 min

    698. Be in Jagrat Sushupti - Gems from the Past

    13th Dec 2021 (Satsangs from the Archives) These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

  • #696
    July 27 · 57 min

    696. Mind Longs for Darshan of SELF - Gems from the Past

    6th Dec 2021 (Satsangs from the Archives) These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

  • #695
    July 25 · 57 min

    695. Brahman is Bliss - Gems from the Past

    4th Dec 2021 (Satsangs from the Archives) These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

  • #694
    July 22 · 55 min

    694. Self is Pure Silence - Non Duality Satsang

    15th July 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay delivered a spiritual teaching focused on self-realization and the path to inner peace. He explained that true liberation comes from moving inward and embracing pure awareness without any identity, thoughts, or emotional attachments. Sanjay described how a realized being can live in the world while remaining free from bodily identification and religious attachments, using the example of Bhagavan Ramana who taught through silence rather than words. He emphasized that the practice of staying in inner silence without thoughts leads to eternal peace, contentment, and bliss, as this pure awareness is our natural state that cannot be lost even if memory fades. Sanjay concluded by sharing his belief that Ramana's teachings about inner silence are the purest form of spiritual guidance, noting that many people have achieved realization through simply sitting in silence with Bhagavan's teachings. These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA (Non-duality Awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

  • #693
    July 20 · 53 min

    693. I Am That I Am - The Eternal Untainted Awareness - Non Duality Meditation

    13th July 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay explored spiritual teachings and meditation practices, particularly discussing Adi Shankaracharya's Aparokshanubhuti and Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi's teachings about self-realization. He shared stories about Professor Krishnamurti Ayer's transformative experience at Virupaksha Cave in 1914, where he unexpectedly prostrated before Bhagavan despite his initial skepticism toward spirituality and religion. The discussion emphasized the importance of contemplation on one's true nature, distinguishing between identifying with the body-mind and recognizing the pure witness consciousness that remains unchanging even during deep sleep. Participants explored how suffering arises from misidentification with temporary phenomena, and how practicing silence and surrendering the ego can help one abide in the natural state of bliss and pure awareness. These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA (Non-duality Awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

  • #692
    July 18 · 54 min

    692. Be the Captain of this Mind-Body Ship - Gems from the Past

    29th Nov 2021 (Satsangs from the Archives) These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

  • #691
    July 15 · 1 hr 10 min

    691. When You are Not the Doer, No Actions can Bind You - Non Duality Satsang

    8th July 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay discussed psychedelic therapy, particularly psilocybin treatment in Australia through Mind Medicine Australia, and its relationship to spiritual experiences. A participant shared an interest in meeting Tanya de Jong, co-founder of Mind Medicine Australia, to understand how therapists handle cases where patients experience complete ego dissolution during psychedelic treatments. Sanjay provided philosophical insights about the nature of consciousness and spiritual realization, explaining that while psychedelic experiences can create temporary states of non-duality, the ultimate freedom comes from direct self-realization through practices like self-inquiry. The discussion also addressed practical questions about how to support loved ones with physical illnesses while maintaining spiritual understanding, with Sanjay advising to simply be present and caring without trying to force spiritual teachings on others. These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA (Non-duality Awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

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