
Self Leadership | S.B. Keshava Swami in Davos, Switzerland | January 2025
Nov 29, 2025
Explore the profound connection between culture and leadership, as Keshava Maharaja emphasizes the importance of embodying cultural behaviors. Discover how self-leadership serves as the cornerstone for effective leadership. Delve into teachings from the Bhagavad Gita, highlighting the true nature of identity beyond body and mind. As leaders, mastering the mind and practicing mindfulness rituals can transform perspectives and emotional awareness. Ultimately, cultivate humility and clarity to fulfill your personal and eternal purpose in leadership.
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Self-Leadership Precedes External Influence
- True leadership begins by mastering your own mind and identity before leading others.
- A leader's unresolved inner struggles inevitably show up as weaknesses in their external leadership.
Measure Values With Investment
- Regularly reflect on whether you embody your stated values and invest time, money, and effort accordingly.
- Use simple prompts like “Am I acting in transparency or scarcity?” to check behaviour weekly.
Layers Of Identity And Consciousness
- Identity is layered: body, subtle mind, and the soul as the true self.
- Shifting identity from body/mind to the soul frees decision-making from reactive impulses.



