The Power of Silence

August 3, 2024

Silence is the doorway to a state of mental stillness which is essential for experiencing inner peace. When we are away from noise, the break from the constant influx of auditory stimuli and distractions allows the mind to rest, focus better, think more clearly, and find solutions to problems. Just...

Listening to the inner voice

January 20, 2024

Most vehicles nowadays come equipped with seat belts, as well as an alarm that sounds if you start driving without wearing the belt. A red sign flashes on the dashboard, signalling to the driver to wear the belt. Drivers who do not want to wear the seat belt, for whatever...

What the law of karma teaches

November 18, 2023

The law of karma is a fundamental concept in some Eastern philosophies and religions. At its core, karma suggests that every action — whether physical, mental, or emotional — produces a corresponding effect, influencing our future. It is often summarized as “as you sow, so shall you reap.” The law...

The alternative to violence

July 22, 2023

We live in an age where the media has made a powerful impact on local cultures and created a kind of global culture that has some common features across the world. Some of the easily identifiable features of this culture are love for fast food and addiction to digital devices....

The three root causes of anger

June 24, 2023

Whenever we sense irritation, frustration or anger arising in the mind, if we look closely, we will find that we are battling one of the following: another person, the past, or the self. We fight the past because anger is usually directed at something that has happened, and looking at...

Why ends do not justify the means

May 12, 2023

The idea that ends can justify any means has long been a subject of debate. Achieving desired results may be tempting, but it is essential to recognise that the means employed to achieve those outcomes do make a difference. Why do, or should, the means matter? If we suggest that...

The subtle foundation of self-improvement

March 31, 2023

If we think of one quality that is a prerequisite for self-improvement and the foundation of an elevated life, it is purity, in all its aspects. The definition of purity is deep – it includes honesty, a clean mind, a clean heart, good wishes and pure feelings for all. But...

WIN-WIN FORMULA FOR A HAPPY LIFE

June 11, 2022

Having good wishes is an easy but oft overlooked way of serving others. The vibrations of those who have good wishes create an easy, heartening and uplifting atmosphere that gives hope and strength to souls. Most people today experience happiness only for short periods of time, on the basis of...

MAKING OUR PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE GOOD

March 26, 2022

The present becomes the past after some time, and the future is just a little while away; once we reach there, it will be the present, before it too becomes the past. This play of the past, present and future goes on all the time. How do we make sure...

A PURE MIND CAN SERVE WITHOUT LIMITS

September 25, 2021

Political leaders, religious figures, and scientists are among those generally regarded as important people. There is another class of persons who are respected, and revered, by even these VIPs. It is those with a pure heart and an elevated mind. These are the souls people turn to for spiritual guidance,...