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What is "Vojdaan"?

Published on: 24th February, 2025

James and Sana delve into the profound meaning of 'Vojdaan,' a Persian term that closely aligns with the concept of conscientiousness.

Sana, who is of Persian heritage, explains that Vojdaan encompasses much more than just being conscientious—it's an ethical and moral compass deeply rooted in Persian culture. The discussion spans various aspects, including how Persian families instill this concept in their children, the emotional and societal implications of Voshtan, and the cultural differences faced by James and Sana as a couple.

The episode also touches on the role of historical Persian figures and literature in shaping these values, and concludes with how Vojdaan influences social interactions and personal identity.

Episode highlights:

00:07 Understanding Voshtan: A Persian Concept

01:43 Cultural Differences and Personal Beliefs

05:29 The Role of Women in Persian Culture

08:11 Voshtan and Emotional Intelligence

11:07 Practical Applications of Voshtan

17:44 Cultural Etiquette and Social Behavior

27:37 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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About the Podcast

Ba Vojdaan با وجدان
Conscious Living...In a Zonked-Out World.
با وجدان (transliterated to Ba Vojdaan) is a Persian word which translates to English as "Conscientious".

I don't know about you, but I'm alarmed by the lack of conviction and integrity in our culture. People are on "autopilot" morally and spiritually. Whatever the talking heads on the boob tube tell us to think, that's what we think.

You could perhaps argue this has always been a problem since the dawn of time, but it just seems more pronounced in recent years.

And no one notices.

And those who do notice...they seem to either not care, or have given up trying to make a difference.

Plus there was no "boob tube" until about 1950, so there's that.

This podcast is one man's response to this pandemic of moral laziness and apathy.

Carry yourself with "Vojdaan" and you'll instantly set yourself apart from the zombies inhabiting our land.

This podcast will show you how to do it, and allow you to interact with others who think the same way.

So subscribe to the podcast and reclaim your sanity with daily interviews featuring folks who refuse to march in step with the rhythm of the world that is driving us into despair and chaos.

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