Shvash Tantra

Debt can feel like a heavy weight, can’t it? I’ve been there—last year, I was juggling credit card bills after a big family wedding in Hyderabad, and the stress kept me up at night. But then I turned to the Upanishads, those ancient pearls of wisdom, and found some unexpected clarity on managing debt. At Shvashtantra , we’re all about Shvash —breathing easy through vitality—and Tantra —disciplined living. The Upanishads, with their focus on self-awareness and detachment, can guide us to tackle debt in 2025 with a calm, focused mind. Here are three lessons that helped me get back on track, and I’m sure they’ll help you too! 1. Know Yourself to Know Your Debt (Self-Awareness from the Katha Upanishad) The Katha Upanishad talks about understanding your true self—beyond material desires (Katha Upanishad 1.3.3). When I applied this to my debt, I realized I had to stop pretending it wasn’t there. I sat down one evening with a cup of chai and listed all my dues—₹30,000 on my credit card, ₹10,0...

Let’s be real—managing money feels like a battle sometimes, doesn’t it? Between rising costs, festival shopping, and those sneaky online sales, it’s easy to lose track. I’ve been there—like last Diwali, when I went overboard buying gifts and ended up stressing about my bank balance for weeks. But then I turned to the Mahabharata, and it was like finding a financial guru in an ancient epic. At Shvash tantra , we believe in Shvash—the breath of vitality—and Tantra—the discipline to live well. The Mahabharata, with all its drama and wisdom, has some solid lessons on financial discipline that can help us budget better this year. Here are three that worked for me, and I think they’ll help you too! 1. Plan Ahead Like Yudhishthira: Save for Tomorrow Yudhishthira, the eldest Pandava, was all about strategy—he planned every move during the Kurukshetra war. That’s a big lesson for money management: always think ahead. After my Diwali overspending last year, I realized I needed a proper budget...

In today’s fast-paced world, we all are struggling to finding the inner peace. And feels like chasing a train that’s already left the station. Between work pressure, family duties, and endless notifications, finding some peace seems impossible. But last year, when I was totally burned out, I picked up the Ramayana again, and it was like a warm hug from an old friend. It’s not just a story about Rama and Sita; it’s full of lessons that can help us calm down and find our center, even in today’s madness. At Shvashtantra , we talk about peace as the Shvash—the breath that keeps us alive—and living with purpose as the Tantra that keeps us steady. So, here are five lessons I learned from the Ramayana that helped me find inner peace, and I think they’ll help you too. Let’s chat about them! 1. Duty Comes First: What Rama’s Exile Taught Me When Rama was sent into exile for 14 years, he didn’t throw a fit or say, “Why me?” He just packed up and left, because it was his duty as a son. That hi...

Running a small business in India isn’t easy—whether you’re managing a kirana store, a boutique, or a small E-commerce store, competition is tough. But here’s the good news: digital marketing can help you stand out without burning a hole in your pocket. In 2025, you don’t need a fancy agency to grow your business online; a few smart hacks can do the trick. At Shvashtantra, we believe growing your business is like breathing life (Shvash), and it takes a bit of Tantra—smart, disciplined strategies—to make it happen. I’m sharing five digital marketing hacks that can work for you too. Let’s get started! 1. Use WhatsApp for Customer Engagement WhatsApp isn’t just for family chats—it’s a goldmine for small businesses. Create a group or broadcast list to share updates, like a 10% discount on your bakery items or a new collection at your clothing store. You can even take orders directly on WhatsApp. My friend in Delhi started sharing her homemade pickle offers on WhatsApp, and now she gets ...

Smartphones are not just for endless WhatsApp chats or Instagram reels. In 2025, it’s a goldmine waiting to be tapped,   especially for us Indians juggling jobs, studies, and dreams. Whether you’re a student in Kanpur, a working professional in Bengaluru, or a homemaker in Ahmedabad, your phone can help you earn some extra cash. At Shvashtantra , we believe earning money is like breathing life ( Shvash ) into your dreams, and it takes a little Tantra —discipline and smart moves—to make it happen.  Here are I am sharing five easy ways you can turn your phone into a money-making buddy! 1. Freelancing Apps: Turn Your Skills into Cash Got a knack for writing, designing, or even making PPTs? Freelancing apps like Fiverr and Upwork are your best friends. You can offer services—think ₹500 for a blog post or ₹1,000 for a logo—and work on your phone during breaks. My friend Priya...