Overthinking Decoded in The Mahabharata

Overthinking Decoded in The Mahabharata

From Naked Hindu Tales by Sonika Tyagi

October 30, 2025 · 20 min · Episode 29

About this episode

This episode explores the theme of overthinking through the lens of the Mahabharata and the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita.

The Bhagavad Gita teaches us a lot about what causes us to overthink. From the same Indian spirituality epic that features the Gita comes the story of Yudhishthira and the Pandavas in the forest. When Yudhishthira's brothers die, he starts overthinking and teaches us about our humanity in the midst of his mental overdrive. Click to buy me a coffee - a way to say thank you :) https://buy.stripe.com/bIYbJz3HR5lL0xibIJ Preview the book Who God Really Is today! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFVBBFNH What Listeners are Saying! "I so appreciate the clarity, nuance, and care with which you weave theology, story, and spirituality." "It feels rare to find someone who can hold such breadth—Hindu tales on one hand, biblical interpretation on the other—while staying deeply thoughtful and grounded." "I’ve looked through your website and the podcast archives, and I’m excited to dive into your books soon." Disclaimer: For general information only. You are solely responsible for how you use the information provided by this podcast. I am not a medical doctor, licensed professional or advisor. By engaging with this podcast, you agree to this disclaimer. Thank you. Naked Hindu Tales, Sonika Tyagi…

People in this episode

Host: Sonika Tyagi

Topics covered

  • overthinking
  • Mahabharata
  • spirituality
  • humanity
  • Bhagavad Gita

Keywords

  • overthinking
  • Mahabharata
  • Yudhishthira
  • Bhagavad Gita
  • spirituality

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Books & works: The Mahabharata, The Bhagavad Gita

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