Dharma is a Sanskrit word loaded with meaning. Its definition has been interpreted by communities around the world, from Buddhist monasteries to Burning Man camps. For your journey ahead, we are going straight to the source. To the most ancient and storied scripture on dharma, the Hindu book of living—the Bhagavad Gita. The Bhagavad Gita says that each of us has a dharma, or a “sacred duty.” Duty to whom, exactly? To the fire burning inside of you. Some call this purpose, others call it your gift. My grandfather called it your essence.
