# The Equation of Consciousness & The True Self | Swami Sarvapriyananda @ South Park Commons

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Podcast: [Vedanta Talks - Swami Sarvapriyananda](https://stenobird.com/podcast/vedanta-talks-swami-sarvapriyananda-535976)
Published: 2026-05-04T15:32:42+00:00
Episode link: https://www.vedantany.org
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Swami Sarvapriyananda delivers a talk on the fundamental nature of consciousness at ‪@southparkcommons‬ : https://www.southparkcommons.com/ Using the simple framework of C + O = E (Consciousness + Object = Experience) he unpacks ancient insights from Advaita Vedanta. He explores how our true self is the unchanging witness to the ever-changing objects of the world—including our own bodies and minds. The core talk is followed by a Q&A session exploring the intersection of these spiritual truths with modern dilemmas, including AI, the "hard problem" of consciousness, and practical habits for finding focus and fearlessness in daily life. 0:00 — The Parable of the Washerman and the Diamond 5:25 — The Equation of Experience (C + O = E) 9:08 — Insight 1: Consciousness is One 13:33 — Insight 2: Consciousness is Continuous 16:57 — Insight 3: Consciousness is Unchanging 18:43 — Insight 4: The Light of Lights 23:01 — Insight 5: Consciousness is Your True Self 26:18 — Defining Intelligence vs. Consciousness in AI 35:12 — Overcoming Fear and Seeking Security 39:03 — 4 Spiritual Practices for Modern Life 🙏 Please Support the Vedanta Society of New York http://www.vedantany.org/donate 🌐 Please Visit Us Website: https://vedantany.org Apple & Spotify Podcasts: https://www.vedantany.org/media-channels YouTube (Main Channel): / @vedantany YouTube (Archives): / @vedantanyarchives Facebook: / vedantany X / Twitter: / vedantany 📙 Books by Swami Sarvapriyananda https://www.vedantany.org/swamis-books Lecture Series by Swami Sarvapriyananda 📓 Introductory Lectures: https://www.vedantany.org/introductor... 📚 Vedanta Scriptures: https://www.vedantany.org/by-scriptures 🧩 Lectures by Topics: https://www.vedantany.org/by-topic 💬 AskSwami Q&A: https://www.vedantany.org/ask-swami-qa 📖 Scr…

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