Our sufferings are actually hidden in our hope for happiness

31 Aug 2020 03:03 AM IST

The cosmos, the earth, nature, birds, trees, animals, atoms — all are in the state of bliss. Dancing joyfully. Except man. Man has been in a deep state of suffering (dukha). Unable to be joyful of his being. But his appetite is expanding beyond food into greed, sadism, brutality, deceit,

The perfect way to live in harmony with nature

29 Aug 2020 02:34 AM IST

Inner discord is the root of all disharmony. It disturbs harmony in the family, in society, and the harmony in our relationship with nature. Harmony exists at four levels. The first is harmony within the self – between our intellect, conscience, and our actions. When these are not aligned with

Why success comes easily to some people

29 Aug 2020 02:33 AM IST

Everyone wants to succeed in life, but those who achieve success are not all alike. They can be classified into three types: the stars of success, the lucky ones, and the hopeful ones. The stars shine brighter than the others by virtue of their determination that they will definitely succeed.

Tolerance comes from looking within

29 Aug 2020 02:32 AM IST

Tolerance is based on going beyond the superficial things that divide us. It’s the result of turning within and coming to know the self. If I can deal with my own ego, then my own anger can be resolved. This goes a long way in resolving external issues, too. With

Who is thinking: The soul or the brain?

29 Aug 2020 02:32 AM IST

There is a new wave in the world of science, a wave that is pushing forward the frontiers of conventional medical and scientific views of the world. The most exciting aspect of it is that it connects with ancient spiritual understanding about the exact nature of being human and living

Intelligence is in knowing the truth

24 Aug 2020 02:55 AM IST

The moment you realise that the skin, blood, flesh and the 90 trillion cells are not you, it becomes evident that you are not just the body but the whole cosmos with no limits. In limitlessness, the egoless will appear in you.

Is yoga progressing or digressing?

24 Aug 2020 02:54 AM IST

There is no doubt that, during the pandemic, yoga has gained more momentum around the world than before, and with its profound effect on immunity and the respiratory system, Pranayama is on the top of the chart for most yoga practitioners, teachers and aspiring yoga learners. Yoga has also emerged

Beginner yoga: 3 asans you can easily do at home

24 Aug 2020 02:53 AM IST

Looking at the world outside, the best way is to look inwards. Health is priceless and it is through yoga, meditation and breathing exercises that you can stay physically and mentally fit. So let us look at three incredibly effective, yet easy-to-do asanas which you can practice at home. Place

I decide the quality of my relationships

22 Aug 2020 03:44 AM IST

Where love is spiritual, we do not focus on the other person’s defects. We may be aware of the defects, but we share love unconditionally so that the other person is able to overcome weaknesses.

Showing the spiritual path

22 Aug 2020 03:43 AM IST

A spiritual path is like a school. Not a regular school where you learn ordinary skills, but a spiritual school where you learn the skills of spirit – like how to remove flaws in your character, or how to remain unaffected by the negative influences around you. Some people think

What constitutes elevated action?

22 Aug 2020 03:42 AM IST

At every moment I have a choice over how I respond. Even if I am restricted in words or actions, I have a choice over how I think and feel, and those thoughts and feelings are the seeds of my actions, or my karma. As is the quality of the

Humility: An expression of self-respect

22 Aug 2020 03:41 AM IST

What do we define as humility? Who do we define as humble? Do we call people humble because of who they are, or what they do? Humility is, in fact, about an attitude; it is all to do with our state of mind. It is about being open to other