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Adversity and the Art of Happiness
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a cynic, a worrywart. Ask me to look at the bright side and I could give you 10 reasons not to. Call it training in the art of learning all the … Read more →
Survival of the Happiest
Something bursts your happy bubble! – like COVID-19. You might think it’s a curse. But, here’s a little secret: there is no such thing as curse – only a blessing in disguise. Have you counted yours lately? Maybe you’ve been … Read more →
Q & A Session
This session covers questions and answers on the following : Is there a Ketu Kala? Association between past life and karma phala Some questions on Gotra, strengthening a house and the law of attraction
The Secret of Great Communication
It’s one of those days. I am casting a vacant look at my blank screen as if some words will tumble out of it and write my post magically. As if I’ll just write “Peace. Swami” and not the more … Read more →
Youth Questions and Answers – Part Three
In this session: How can we start earning early Questions on overcoming fear, awakening, karma, attachment, and ego. Miscellaneous questions Being kind to those who hurt us
When Loss Hurts
Bhagavan Mahavira (540 – 468 BCE) was passing through a village in the kingdom of Magadha (present-day Bihar) with many doting initiates in tow. His ganadharas 1 followed their master with such extraordinary devotion and surrender that it baffled everyone … Read more →
The Bondage of Beliefs
At some point in our lives, each one of us aspires to be free from all kinds of shackles. We imagine ourselves in that freedom, that we’ll be blissful, happy, and fulfilled. We’ll be leading a life of meaning and … Read more →
Terms of Service
A Quick Snapshot of our Terms of Service At Osdotme, we like keeping things simple – real simple. In that spirit, we have summarized our Terms of Service as briefly as possible. If you need details, you can read the … Read more →
The Stories we Tell
Every story has a moral. What do you want the moral of your story to be? Here is how you can pen a beautiful, inspiring story as promising as the dreams you carry in your heart. What do you do … Read more →
Realizing Your True Potential
In Tales of the Hasidim, Martin Buber tells the story of a Jewish master, Rabbi Zusya. The rabbi (talented/ gifted) had led a life of extraordinary devotion and certitude, and yet, when he was dying, he cried inconsolably. This behavior … Read more →
The Gifts of Hurt
A famous Zen monk was at a Bonenkai (lit. forget-the-year party) dinner hosted by a rich nobleman. The who’s who of the city mingling with each other painted an intimidating color to the party for any casual observer. Stunning geishas, … Read more →
The Cosmic Law of Interconnectedness
The law of interconnectedness is there for everyone, but to have it work for you, one must know how to put the wheels in motion. Someone may have a sum of ten million dollars in their bank account, but if they don’t know how to withdraw or use that money, they can’t spend or invest it.
Why do Good People Suffer?
I remember as a child two books I enjoyed reading were Hitopdesha and Panchtantra, the Indian versions of Aesop’s Fables if you will, written some 2000 years ago. I was looking for a particular story to share with you when … Read more →
The Purpose of Your Life
This is perhaps the most important post I’ve written in the past eight years. You can view it as an announcement, a declaration or just another writeup. Either way, there’s something in it for you. All these years, I’ve met … Read more →
The Opposite of Kindness
What is the opposite of kindness according to you? Is it inflicting harm on someone? Not so in my view. What is it then, you ask? Two years ago, I was traveling with Suvi in his car through a busy … Read more →
