CHINMAYA SHIVAM

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  Episode 176: 21 - Chandrashekhara Dhyanam - Verse 6 10.09.2026 1h 25m

  21-Chandrashekhara Dhyanam - Verse 6I take refuge in Chandrashekhara, the medicine for those afflicted by the disease of worldly existence, the remover of all troubles and afflictions; the destroyer of Dakṣa's sacrifice, the three-eyed One; the bestower of worldly fulfilment and liberation, and the remover of all accumulated sins. Having taken refuge in Him, what indeed can Yama do to me?Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 175: 20 - Chandrashekhara Dhyanam - Verse 5 09.09.2026 1h 23m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 5Bhagavan Shiva humbles Andhakasura. We explore the vedantic symbolism of this leela.Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 174: 19 - Chandrashekhara Dhyanam - Verse 5 09.09.2026 1h 22m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 5Why does Shiva have a bull as a vehicle? What is the difference between Nandi and Vahana?Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 173: 18 - Chandrashekhara Dhyanam - Verse 5 09.09.2026 40m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 5I seek refuge in Lord Chandrasekhara, who wears the lord of serpents, coiled into an earring; whose vehicle is the bull; whose glory is praised by Nārada and other great sages; who is the Lord of all the worlds; who destroyed the Asura Andhaka; who is like a celestial wish-fulfilling tree to those who seek refuge in Him; and who is the destroyer of Yama himself. What indeed can Yama do to me?Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 172: 17 - Chandrashekhara Dhyanam - Verse 4 - 4 Sept 2026 04.09.2026 1h 22m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 4Why does Bhagavan Shiva have an axe and hold a deer? We explore the legends and the symbolismPlease support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 171: 16 - Chandrashekhara-dhyanam - Verse-4 - 3 Sept 2026 04.09.2026 1h 32m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 4Symbolism of Bhagavan Shiva holding poison in his neck. We explore 2 legends - one is the popular Samudra Manthana episode. But the second one is humbling of Indra's pride.  The importance of these for a sadhak are reflected upon.Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 170: 15 - Chandrashekhara-dhyanam - Verse - 4 - 2 Sept 2026 02.09.2026 1h 21m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 4The One adorned with serpents; whose beautiful left side is adorned by Pārvatī, daughter of the Mountain King; whose throat is blue from holding the poison; who bears an axe and holds a deer. Having taken refuge in Him, what indeed can Yama do to me?Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 169: 14 - Chandrashekhara-dhyanam - Verse-4 - 1 Sept 2026. 01.09.2026 1h 20m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 4I take refuge in Chandrashekhara, the friend of Kubera, the Lord of the Yakṣas; the One who removed the eyes of Bhaga; the One adorned with serpents; whose beautiful left side is adorned by Pārvatī, daughter of the Mountain King; whose throat is blue from holding the poison; who bears an axe and holds a deer. Having taken refuge in Him, what indeed can Yama do to me?Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 168: 13 - Chandrashekhara-dhyanam - Verse - 3 - 31 Aug 2026 01.09.2026 1h 31m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 3We explore the ganga-avataran episode and its symbolism.Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 167: 12 - Chandrashekhara-dhyanam - Verse - 3 - 29 Aug 2026 01.09.2026 1h 10m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 3Brahmaji and Bhagavan Vishnu are humbled by Bhagavan Shiva through the Lingodbhava-rupa.  We explore the symbolism and significance of this leela.Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 166: 11 - Chandrashekhara-dhyanam - Verse - 3 - 28 Aug 2026 01.09.2026 1h 23m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 3 We explore the legend of humbling of pride of Daruka-vana rishis by Bhagavan ShivaPlease support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 165: 10 - Chandrashekhara-dhyanam - Verse - 3 - 27 Aug 2026 01.09.2026 1h 16m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 3I seek refuge in Lord Chandrasekhara, whose majestic form is adorned with an upper garment made from the hide of a mighty elephant, whose lotus feet are worshipped by Lord Brahmā and the lotus-eyed Lord Viṣṇu, and whose radiant white matted locks are sanctified by the cooling spray of the celestial river Gaṅgā. Having sought refuge in such a Lord, what indeed can Yama do to me?Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 164: 09 - Chandrashekhara-dhyanam - Verse - 2 - 26 Aug 2026 01.09.2026 1h 28m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 2Bhasma symbolism we explore further and also the glory of Shiva as Bhava - Pure Existence, one of the 11 rudras & the source of creation.Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 163: 08 - Chandrashekhara-dhyanam - Verse-2 - 25 Aug 2026 01.09.2026 1h 33m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 2We explore the glory of Bhasma and why Bhagavan Shiva applies BhasmaPlease support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 162: 07 - Chandrashekhara-dhyanam - Verse - 2 - 24 Aug 2026 01.09.2026 1h 26m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 2I take refuge in Chandrashekhara, whose lotus feet are adorned with the fragrance of flowers from the five celestial trees; whose forehead eye produced the fire that burnt Manmatha; whose body is smeared with sacred ash; who destroys worldly sorrow and is the eternal Being. Having taken refuge in Him, what indeed can Yama do to me?Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 161: 06-Chandrashekhara Dhyanam - Verse 1 - Kailas & Shiva 01.09.2026 1h 22m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 1 I seek refuge in Lord Chandrasekhara, who dwells upon the summit of the silver mountain Kailāsa.  We explore the 3 levels of Kailas - Adhi-daivik, Adhi-bhautik & Adhyatmik.  Guided meditation is on Samba-sadashiva at Kailas.Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 160: 05 - Chandrashekhara Dhyanam - Chandrashekhara Ashtakam Verse 1 - 22 Aug 2026 01.09.2026 1h 16m

  Chandrashekhara Ashtakam - Verse 1 I seek refuge in Lord Chandrasekhara, who wielded Mount Meru as His bow, who dwells upon the summit of the silver mountain Kailāsa, who fashioned the mighty serpent Vāsuki into the bowstring, who used Lord Viṣṇu tipped with Fire as His arrow, who swiftly destroyed the three aerial cities of the demons, and who is adored by all the devas. Having taken refuge in such a Lord, what indeed can Yama, the lord of death, do to me?Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 159: 04 - Chandrashekhara Dhyanam - Hold on to an ideal - 21 Aug 2026 01.09.2026 1h 22m

  A spiritual discourse explored the story of Markandeya holding the Shivalinga as a symbol of uncompromising commitment to a higher ideal. Core teachings centered on the distinction between stubborn ego-driven behavior and genuine surrender to an ideal, the integration of intellectual conviction (Satyam) with emotional connection, and the practice of Ishwara Arpitam — offering all action to the Divine. A Q&A session addressed Ishta Devata selection and handling false impressions from close family members.Please support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 158: 03 - Chandrashekhara Dhyanam - Chandra story & symbolism - 20 Aug 2026 01.09.2026 1h 24m

  Story and symbolism of Chandrashekhara followed by guided meditationPlease support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda
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  Episode 157: 02 - Chandrashekhara Dhyanam - Power of Bhakti & Surrender - 18 Aug 2026 01.09.2026 1h 19m

  Deeper meaning and symbolism of Chandrashekhara and symbolism of the story of MarkandeyaPlease support this podcast by pressing the follow button and support Chinmaya Mission Mumbai projects taken up by Swami Swatmananda, through generous donations. Contribution by Indians in INR can be made online using this link: https://bit.ly/gdswatmanDonors outside India who would like to offer any Gurudakshina/donation can send an email to [email protected] with a cc to [email protected] to get further details.These podcasts @ChinmayaShivam are also available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Podomatic, Amazon music and Google PodcastFB page: https://www.facebook.com/ChinmayaShivampageInsta: https://instagram.com/chinmayashivam?igshid=1twbki0v3vomtTwitter: https://twitter.com/chinmayashivamBlog: https://notesnmusings.blogspot.comLinkedIN: www.linkedin.com/in/swatmananda