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Karma: Action of Three Types
Every karma must bear fruit and karmas are of three types according to the Bhagavad Gita.
Restlessness in Meditation
A restless mind is comparable to a monkey, forever hopping and active. Mindfulness is the antidote.
Why Do People Change?
People change as their priorities change in life and when that happens, they no longer mean what they once did.
The Ten Vital Energies
The ten energies can be controlled by correct posture, breath regulation or chakra meditation.
The Practice of Concentrative Meditation
One of the best ways to increase your Brain Power
Dana — The Act of Charity
Nature is always giving. It's because of the philanthropic nature of Nature that every entity is provided for.
Two Types of Meditation
"One who understands the reality of one thing, knows the reality of everything." - The Venerable One
Two Sets of Rules
Do unto others what you want done to yourself. It's important to have the same rules for others as you have for yourself.
Overcoming Negative Thoughts and Emotions
Just like a lotus stays above mire and water, you can stay above negative thoughts and emotions.
The Three Legged Elephant
You can't not think about something by not thinking about it. The mind will cling to whatever you want to avoid.
Vision of the Goddess
Mother Divine manifested in full glory in a cold snowy winter in the Himalayan woods. Watch the video for more.
Traṭaka — The Practice of Still Gaze
Trataka, or the practice of still gaze, is the art of perfecting and stilling your gaze. It's a must for a serious meditator.
Shravana – The Practice of Listening
Good listening requires that you are attentive, in the present moment. And living in the present immediately makes you calm like a lake.
Food
We are what we eat. What we consume becomes a part of us. Literally.
Ekagrata — The Practice of Concentration
The practice of concentration is an absolute must for any meditator. It is the basis of meditation, in fact.
