Discover the Bindi, India’s forehead decoration, as a sophisticated communication system. Explore how this simple dot encodes complex information about marital status, regional identity, and modern style.
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Ancient Wisdom
Technology
Breath as Technology: How Traditional Indian Breathing Practices Function as Sophisticated Psychological and Physical Regulation Systems
by Sarawanan
Explore traditional Indian pranayama as a sophisticated “biotechnology”. Learn how specific breathing techniques function as precise tools to regulate your psychology, manage stress, and optimise physical health.
Culture
The Arranged Marriage Algorithm: How Traditional Matchmaking Systems Balance Individual Compatibility with Social Stability
by Sarawanan
Discover the Indian arranged marriage as a complex “algorithm” for compatibility. Explore how it balances cultural, economic, and astrological factors to optimise for long-term success and social harmony.
Philosophical Lens
Shad Darshana: The 6 Ancient Lenses to See Success (And Solve Almost Any Problem)
by Sarawanan
Feeling stuck? Explore Shad Darshana, ancient India’s six philosophical “lenses” (Nyaya, Yoga, etc.). A powerful, unique toolkit for solving modern business and personal problems with clarity and depth. Read more …
Culture
The Morning Ritual Matrix: How Traditional Indian Daily Practices Create Psychological Resilience and Community Cohesion
by Sarawanan
Explore India’s traditional morning rituals as a powerful framework for well-being. Discover how Surya Namaskar, Tulsi watering, and Rangoli create psychological resilience, discipline, and strong community bonds.
Philosophical Lens
Why Ancient India’s Approach to Diversity Created the World’s Most Inclusive Civilization
by Sarawanan
Explore how the ancient Indian principle “Truth is one, sages call it by many names” created a unique civilization of acceptance, not just tolerance. This pluralistic genius offers a powerful …
Global India
Meditation as a Service (MaaS): How Ancient Indian Wisdom Got Systematized for the Global Corporate Grind
by Sarawanan
Ancient Indian meditation is now “Meditation as a Service.” Discover how corporate wellness programs systematize mindfulness for global markets, creating new spiritual-economic models that blend peace with profit.
Philosophical Lens
The Zero That Changed Everything: How India Gave Mathematics Its Most Powerful Symbol
by Sarawanan
Explore how India’s invention of zero, rooted in the philosophical concept of Shunya, transformed global mathematics and became the bedrock of modern computing. A journey from ancient thought to digital …
Civilisational Narrative
From Chaturanga to Checkmate: Why India Invented War Without Blood
by Sarawanan
Explore Chaturanga, the ancient Indian origin of chess. Learn how it was created as a sophisticated “war without blood,” a battle simulation reflecting India’s unique approach to strategy and non-violent …
Discover India’s ‘Cow Traffic Protocol,’ the unwritten rules of road sharing with sacred animals. Explore how cultural veneration creates a unique, sophisticated system of negotiation in public spaces.