Rajiv Malhotra's video unpacks -with citations- the way spiritual and philosophical ideas from India have been taken by Western writers, incorporated, devalued and stripped of their original context, with little or no acknowledgement of the sources.
The history of ideas is a theme examined in this video, with many examples.
Many Indians of course gladly import back these deracinated concepts [relaxation response, mindfulness etc] in the form of imported therapies, instead of engaging themselves with the original sources and traditions, changing with time in their natural context.
The video is long - but well worth watching and reflecting on.
Thought-provoking!
which aspects struck you most?
