Humans Decoded Podcast

Spiritual Names: Do You Need a New Name on Your Awakening Path? – Ep 113
Everyone is doing it –Kim is now Shanti. Brian is now Kashmir, should I change my name to let people know I’m woke? Why seekers change names, how it shapes identity, and what it means in non-duality.
In this episode, Kiran, Leela, and Cami explore the fascinating world of spiritual names—why seekers feel called to change them, how names reflect identity, and what it means to take on a“true name” in non-duality. —this conversation reveals the deep relationship between names, awakening, and authenticity.
What you’ll learn:
✨Why names often don’t reflect who we truly are
✨How spiritual names can support awakening and transformation
✨Personal stories of name changes in non-dual practice
✨ How identity, freedom, and authenticity are tied to what we call ourselves
This conversation isn’t about whether you “should” have a spiritual name—it’s about uncovering what’s alive beneath the surface, and how even names can be used as doorways into freedom.