The Literature Lounge, hosted by Mohua Chinappa is a popular podcast series dedicated to the world of books and the brilliant minds behind them. Through exclusive conversations, we uncover how authors craft captivating stories, thought-provoking essays, insightful biographies, provocative prose and poetry that spark possibilities within us.
From dreaming big to breaking conventions, each episode explores books that ignite fresh ideas – one page at a time. If you love literature, you’ll feel right at home here.
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The Literature Lounge, hosted by Mohua Chinappa is a popular podcast series dedicated to the world of books and the brilliant minds behind them. Through exclusive conversations, we uncover how authors craft captivating stories, thought-provoking essays, insightful biographies, provocative prose and poetry that spark possibilities within us.
From dreaming big to breaking conventions, each episode explores books that ignite fresh ideas – one page at a time. If you love literature, you’ll feel right at home here.
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What if stress isn’t caused by your life—but by how you label it?
In this episode, Mohua speaks with Dr. Srikumar Rao, author of Modern Wisdom, Ancient Roots, about why so many of us feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck—and how ancient spiritual traditions offer a radical path to freedom.
Drawing from Vedanta, Sufism, and Buddhist thought, Dr. Rao unpacks the illusion of control, the myth of success, and the deep human need for meaning. He shares how we can reframe setbacks as gifts, shift from mental chatter to inner stillness, and move from suffering to serenity—not through escape, but through awareness.
From personal loss to professional disappointment, Rao’s stories and insights invite listeners to question their most basic assumptions: Is the universe friendly? Are you living in reality—or in a construct of your own making? And what happens when we stop trying to control the river of life, and simply flow?
If you’re burnt out by busyness, curious about consciousness, or seeking wisdom that meets you in the chaos, this episode is an anchor worth returning to.
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Chapters:
00:10 - Introduction
00:39 - From Corporate to Consciousness Srikumar Rao's Spiritual Evolution
03:22 - Understanding Maya and the Fiction of Self Identity
06:10 - Reducing Stress and Fostering Joy
07:47 - Embracing the Echo Series of Ancient Wisdom
11:21 - Wisdom Nuggets from the book
15:30 - The Power of Perception in Suffering
17:18 - Albert Einstein's Universe - A Friendly Perspective
21:45 - Personal Responsibility and Collective Wellbeing
25:30 - Shifting Mindsets for Personal and Professional Growth
27:54 - Seeking Deeper Meaning and Spiritual Awakening
29:41 - Debunking Toxic Myths of Spirituality
32:33 - Harnessing Awareness for Positive Change
36:26 - Reflecting on Spiritual Growth and Embracing Gratitude
39:58 - Phrases from the book
42:10 - How to Practice Gratitude
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