Spiritually Speaking

THE NEED TO UPHOLD VALUES IN LIFE

14 May 2024 02:08 AM IST

The chapter from the life of Sardar Hari Singh Nalwa illustrates the profound impact of upholding values in life, a lesson that resonates with every individual. Placing oneself in his position, the story becomes even more unbelievable. The leader of the enemies’ army recognized the importance of Hari Singh’s character

Kumbharan’s Snores still Reverberate

14 May 2024 02:06 AM IST

The battle reached a crescendo, and Ravan found it exceedingly difficult against Ram’s army, which he had scoffed at a few days ago. One casualty after another jolted Ravan from his hubris-induced state. He realised it was time to wake up the sleeping giant, his brother Kumbhakaran. Long ago, Kumbhakaran

Spiritual Healing emerges as a Holistic Path to Wellness

14 May 2024 02:04 AM IST

In a world increasingly fraught with stress, anxiety, and a sense of disconnection, the quest for holistic well-being has taken center stage. Amidst this search, spiritual healing has emerged as a profound and transformative path to wellness, offering individuals a holistic approach that addresses the interconnectedness of the mind, body,

Practicing Moderation (Alobha) on the Spiritual Path

14 May 2024 02:02 AM IST

We all know that excess (atishaya in Sanskrit) of anything is bad, yet we indulge in excessive pursuits of pleasurable activities. For example, excessive eating at a buffet, excessive accumulation of wealth, excessive work to get fame, excessive gossiping, and so on. What happens with excess? Eventually, it leads to

Humility Brings Many Blessings

11 May 2024 03:13 AM IST

According to Christian mythology, it was pride that changed angels into devils. It is humility, then, that makes humans angelic. Humility has been exalted as the solid foundation of all virtues. It is said that if we wish to rise, we have to begin by descending; if we plan a

Loving Detachment

11 May 2024 03:11 AM IST

There is a metaphor that beautifully encapsulates the essence of detachment. It is a tree, in autumn. The tree gracefully releases all the leaves and lets them fall to the ground. It holds an inner wisdom that for new things to blossom, old things, that no longer serve, must be

Habits of a Powerful Life

11 May 2024 03:10 AM IST

When I think of someone who could be said to have lived a powerful life, I think of only one person. I spent 40 years watching her, travelling with her, translating for her, and Dadi Janki (late Administrative Head of the Brahma Kumaris) was someone whose life was powerful in

Shorten The Line

07 May 2024 03:25 AM IST

Woe, thy name is life! That’s a statement constantly made by all of us. Ditto with Vedika. Named after knowledge, she felt the source of her name eluded her completely. She found herself consumed by the problems that plagued her life. She’d rue that she was the chosen one to

Journeying through the Human spirit: A triptych of dance-dramas explores existence, virtue, & liberation

07 May 2024 03:24 AM IST

In the realm of theatrical mastery, where the boundaries between reality and imagination blur, three mesmerizing dance-dramas beckon audiences on an odyssey of introspection and enlightenment. “Parikrama,” “Karna,” and “Meera” stand as artistic marvels, each weaving a tapestry of profound narratives drawn from the rich tapestry of Indian philosophy, mythology,

Weave a cocoon of peace around you

07 May 2024 03:20 AM IST

The stress and strife is prevalent in our lives today, no matter where we live. When we live in stress there is turmoil in our lives; and where there is turmoil, there can be no peace. How can we reach a state in which the turmoil and difficulties of the

Protect yourself and your relationships

04 May 2024 04:11 AM IST

When relationships begin to weaken, we need to understand why. To evaluate the strength of a relationship, the simplest way is to become aware of the thoughts and thinking patterns that we habitually have with regard to another. Relationships are built by our every thought for the other person, not

Learning from nature

04 May 2024 04:10 AM IST

The well-known scientist, Albert Einstein, said, “Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” Nature has many lessons to offer, if we observe carefully and are willing to learn. One of those lessons is generosity. Nature gives and sustains, without seeking anything in return. The earth provides