Spiritually Speaking

The problem with having a ‘problem’

30 Mar 2024 03:12 AM IST

When relations between two people are not good, and they realise that there is a problem, the tendency for both of them is to think that the other person is the problem. It is seen as a realistic view of the situation. But on deeper thought we find that while

Ways to be free from worry

30 Mar 2024 03:07 AM IST

Worry is like a disease; in fact, some doctors think that worry is a killer disease. We are bombarded all the time with things to worry about. Worries are contagious – even if I am free of worry, everyone else around me is worrying, and worrying why I am not

NAVIGATING THE THIN LINE between calmness and laziness

27 Mar 2024 02:52 AM IST

As children, we are often chided by our parents for being lazy. Laziness has often been considered to be the gateway to more serious behavioural issues. While everyone can agree to the dangers of being lazy, sometimes laziness manifests itself as a fake sense of calm and contentment. Such disguised

Sandhikaal: The moment of transition

27 Mar 2024 02:50 AM IST

Haughtiness could be Hiranyakashyap’s second name. Son of a revered sage Kashyap and his wife Diti, he, along with his brother Hiranyaksh caused havoc around the three realms, especially since extreme powers were endowed upon them. Hiranyaksh’s vanquishing by Vishnu in the form of Varaha caused Hiranyakashyap to swear revenge,

The How and why to know THYSELF?

27 Mar 2024 02:49 AM IST

‘Know thyself’ is the simplest phrase mouthed by all wise preachers in the world of universalism. But, nobody seems adept at simplifying the eternal conundrum –‘ how does one know oneself?’ Let us try to delve deeper into the ageless wisdom distilled over the pages of history passed on to

The wake-up call

23 Mar 2024 04:17 AM IST

Change is inevitable. Nothing stays the same, no matter how much we think we would like it to. If we try too hard to maintain the status quo, life will find a way to make sure we have a wake-up call. Of course, we can always switch it off, turn

The real harm caused by gossip

23 Mar 2024 04:15 AM IST

It may surprise many, who casually chat about others over a cup of coffee, that gossip can be punishable by law. In the majority of countries, people are free to express their opinions, and that is not illegal. If, however, the facts and figures spoken of in gossip are untrue,

Three-tier immunity to conquer fear & anxiety

23 Mar 2024 04:13 AM IST

We live in uncertain and challenging times. We now confront situations which we have never faced before. As a result, a lot of people are living with anxiety and fear. The Covid pandemic created an unprecedented situation for many: they were isolated like never before and felt completely helpless. Many

Holika Dahan: Symbolic bonfire lighting ceremony for Holi festival

19 Mar 2024 05:42 AM IST

Holika Dahan, a significant ritual preceding the colorful festival of Holi, holds profound cultural and religious significance in Hindu tradition. Also known as Chhoti Holi or the bonfire night, Holika Dahan marks the victory of good over evil and the triumph of righteousness over malevolence. The origins of Holika Dahan

The Subtlety of Dharma

19 Mar 2024 05:39 AM IST

‘The hunter was having a particularly tough time finding an animal to hunt, and it was getting exasperating. That’s when he spotted a deer. He aimed an arrow, but the sprightlydeer dodged him. The deer ran and reached an opening in the forest with two roads, one leading to the

The Significance of Intentions: Why They Matter More Than Actions

19 Mar 2024 05:36 AM IST

We all want to be good but none of us can ever be all good. Such is the nature of human existence that at some point our actions can’t be called good in the normal way. Simply put, we all make mistakes.Do we become bad people because we made mistakes?

Experience vibrant Holi celebrations at ISKCON Dwarka, Delhi!

19 Mar 2024 05:16 AM IST

Experience the Vibrancy of Holi at ISKCON Dwarka on 25th Mar with fabulous activites : Phoolon ki Holi, Lath Mar Holi, Matki Phod Holi, Sumptuous Food stalls with 100KG cake cutting Holi, the festival of colors, is a vibrant celebration of joy and togetherness. Across India, different regions have unique