This week on A Really Good Cry, I’m sharing what I learned from spending time with Radhanath Swami—a monk, teacher, and someone whose presence teaches more than words ever could. 

I first met Radhanath Swami over a decade ago, and in that time, simply observing how he lives—how he speaks, how he treats others, and how he holds presence in every moment—has quietly answered so many of the questions I’ve wrestled with on my spiritual path.

This episode is about alignment—how our daily actions reflect our values, and how small, consistent practices shape our sense of purpose. We’ll explore what integrity really looks like in daily life, how rituals help create emotional stability, and why love isn’t just a feeling—it’s a choice we make again and again.

Whether you’re deep in your own journey or just beginning to ask the bigger questions, I truly believe these reflections will offer something meaningful to your heart, too.

 

What We Discuss:
00:00 Introduction
01:24 Who is Radhanath Swami?
04:27 The moment I first heard the meaning of true integrity
05:31 Why embodiment inspires more than advice ever could
06:19 The truth about religion
09:58 What is Sadhana?
11:27 Prayer is not a routine
12:17 Being conscious of God’s presence all the time
14:56 Why we all need role models in life
17:52 The power of silence and soul-to-soul connection
20:32 How can to be a vessel of grace and compassion

 

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This week on A Really Good Cry, I&rsquo;m sharing what I learned from spending time with Radhanath Swami&mdash;a monk, teacher, and someone whose presence teaches more than words ever could.&nbsp;
I first met Radhanath Swami over a decade ago, and in that time, simply observing how he lives&mdash;how he speaks, how he treats others, and how he holds presence in every moment&mdash;has quietly answered so many of the questions I&rsquo;ve wrestled with on my spiritual path.
This episode is about alignment&mdash;how our daily actions reflect our values, and how small, consistent practices shape our sense of purpose. We&rsquo;ll explore what integrity really looks like in daily life, how rituals help create emotional stability, and why love isn&rsquo;t just a feeling&mdash;it&rsquo;s a choice we make again and again.
Whether you&rsquo;re deep in your own journey or just beginning to ask the bigger questions, I truly believe these reflections will offer something meaningful to your heart, too.
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What We Discuss:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">00:00 Introduction</li>
<li aria-level="1">01:24 Who is Radhanath Swami?</li>
<li aria-level="1">04:27 The moment I first heard the meaning of true integrity</li>
<li aria-level="1">05:31 Why embodiment inspires more than advice ever could</li>
<li aria-level="1">06:19 The truth about religion</li>
<li aria-level="1">09:58 What is Sadhana?</li>
<li aria-level="1">11:27 Prayer is not a routine</li>
<li aria-level="1">12:17 Being conscious of God&rsquo;s presence all the time</li>
<li aria-level="1">14:56 Why we all need role models in life</li>
<li aria-level="1">17:52 The power of silence and soul-to-soul connection</li>
<li aria-level="1">20:32 How can to be a vessel of grace and compassion</li>
</ul>
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/">https://www.facebook.com/radhidevlukia1/</a>
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This podcast won’t solve all your problems, but it WILL go through them with you. Radhi Devlukia brings you a new weekly show called A Really Good Cry, a space where we can embrace the real, the messy and the beautiful parts of life that can be difficult to digest alone, together. Tune in for a good ole’ laugh, maybe shed a tear or two, and join a community where you can have a really good cry!

There's no small talk here, we are diving straight in and it’s gonna get real. Whether it’s raw, unfiltered conversations, debate and discussions of different perspectives and life experiences or going on an emotional rollercoaster. A Really Good Cry is there for you to learn, connect, and find comfort together - that allows us to see the world and ourselves with a new perspective. 

Some episodes will also feature surprise guests, including celebrities, scientists, experts and more. New episodes drop every Tuesday. Tag @areallygoodcry on Instagram with your best crying face for a chance to be featured on our social media channels. Like, comment and follow @areallygoodcry on Instagram if you want the chance to be featured on episodes. You can also subscribe to get exclusive and bonus content. Radhi will give listeners the opportunity to be part of the show by responding to dms, comments, questions and more. 

This podcast won’t solve all your problems, but it WILL go through them with you. Radhi Devlukia brings you a new weekly show called A Really Good Cry, a space where we can embrace the real, the messy and the beautiful parts of life that can be difficult to digest alone, together. Tune in for a good ole’ laugh, maybe shed a tear or two, and join a community where you can have a really good cry!
There's no small talk here, we are diving straight in and it’s gonna get real. Whether it’s raw, unfiltered conversations, debate and discussions of different perspectives and life experiences or going on an emotional rollercoaster. A Really Good Cry is there for you to learn, connect, and find comfort together - that allows us to see the world and ourselves with a new perspective. 
Some episodes will also feature surprise guests, including celebrities, scientists, experts and more. New episodes drop every Tuesday. Tag @areallygoodcry on Instagram with your best crying face for a chance to be featured on our social media channels. Like, comment and follow @areallygoodcry on Instagram if you want the chance to be featured on episodes. You can also subscribe to get exclusive and bonus content. Radhi will give listeners the opportunity to be part of the show by responding to dms, comments, questions and more.

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