# GENIUS OF NOTHING PODCAST 8 The material world

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Podcast: [THE GENIUS OF NOTHING](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-genius-of-nothing-7086053)
Published: 2025-04-22T10:49:04+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode we discuss how to live well within the constant shifts and changes of the material world. Key concepts: Abhyasa Vairagya - Do the best you can, then surrender to the result. Kaivalya - Space from the mind/detachment Saucha - Cleanliness Abhinivesha - The fear of death Parigraha - Non-hoarding Ishvara Pranidhana - - The ability to realise that you surrender your efforts to the Universe Mantra Aham Brahmasmi - "I am Brahman" A reminder that you are part of the Universal Experience.

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