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Attachments
Attachment is the cause of suffering. This is one of the basic tenets of all major Eastern religions. And attachment comes from ego, which in turn is nothing but a sign of ignorance. Therefore, ignorance (avidya) is the root cause … Read more →
What is Karma Yoga?
It is the path of selfless action. It is the practice of dedicating one’s actions to God and acting in a way that brings happiness to others. It is a practical approach to life that allows you to live with … Read more →
Destiny and Karma Philosophy
Of all of god’s creations, human beings are the only ones that have the ability to see the invisible, imagine the unbelievable and do the impossible. Most times, we fail to recognize that our real self is far more powerful … Read more →
Law of Attraction Quotes
What is the Law of Attraction? The law of attraction is a theory that states that positive ideas attract favorable events in one’s life, whilst negative thoughts attract negative outcomes. It is founded on the idea that ideas are a … Read more →
Shraadh Karma – Tarpan
Shraadh Karma – Tarpan As per the Hindu calendar, Pitru Paksha is a fortnight-long period dedicated to departed souls. During this phase, we are meant to please our deceased ancestors, seek their forgiveness, and rid ourselves of Pitru Dosha (curse … Read more →
Karma Memes
There are many misconceptions about karma. The first one is that it is bad and only acts as a means of punishment. In reality, karma means action, and whatever action we undertake will be accompanied by a reaction. We bring … Read more →
Questions
Back in June 2005, I was sharing my spiritual goals with a small group in Sydney. The general drift of the conversation was as casual as the outdoor setting we were in. Basking in the beautiful winter sun, we’d just … Read more →
Make Hay While the Sun Shines
I was seven years old when my father taught me the idiom: Make hay while the sun shines. This was my first ever class of idioms and proverbs and was a tad different from the grammar I had been absorbing … Read more →
The Vinegar Tasters
I am a bit tired. Strike that. I am quite tired. Thankfully, not figuratively. It’s just tiredness of the body and brain. I have had an incredibly hectic week that included putting in two all-nighters and over eighteen hours on … Read more →
Expansion of Consciousness
You have probably heard me and other meditators use the phrase “expansion of consciousness”. It is one of the most phenomenal rewards of prolonged quality meditation. Two related questions that I’ve been often asked are: is meditation the only way? … Read more →
Four Kinds of Maturity
Wisdom doesn’t necessarily come with age. Sometimes age just shows up all by itself. 1 Funny but true. We normally assume that people mature with age, however, many just age and don’t mature. A couple of months ago, I wrote … Read more →
Discover the Purpose of Life With Three Golden Questions
What is the purpose of life? The purpose of life or the truth of your life is akin to finding your voice and being alive one more time; it’s like being born again. Without fail, every happy and successful person … Read more →
Meditation Quotes
Thoughts and Meditation Quotes “Meditation is your ability to stabilize your mind on one thought, on your chosen thought, eventually becoming one with it.” “Thought is a form of energy, and it must either be channelized or given an outlet. … Read more →
Deep Quotes
Deep Quotes Indifferent or disrespectful treatment is somewhat essential for personal spiritual growth. Reflect on the stories of Rosa Parks, Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, Tulsidas, etc. There was a particular moment when they not only felt disrespected but so humiliated … Read more →
Depression Quotes
Introduction Here’s the truth: overcoming depression is one of the most courageous fights a human being can ever fight. Because while an illness of the body is visible, an illness of the mind is not just invisible, it is also … Read more →
