Spiritually Speaking

Navratras: From Imbalance to a New Balance

16 Apr 2024 03:52 AM IST

Navratras come twice a year and mark transition in seasons, winter-summer and summer-winter. According to ayurveda, during this time, one should consume nourishing foods and in minimal quantities to rid the body of the toxins collected during the rains. The nine nights and ten days of navratras hold within them

The alchemy of happiness

13 Apr 2024 03:15 AM IST

We all want to be happy, but to get there we must understand precisely what happiness is. Amazingly, we are all terrible at predicting what will make us happy and are unaware of how long that happiness will last. We are also terrible at predicting how long our sadness will

Spiritual Self-Care

13 Apr 2024 03:12 AM IST

Those who follow a spiritual path are often considered to be selfless. It is true that the spiritual service of others is high on the agenda of those who have received so much that they want to share their spiritual good fortune. However, it is impossible to give what you

Why it is a blessing to be busy

13 Apr 2024 03:07 AM IST

Some people complain about being too busy – they say that all their time is spent attending to important tasks that never seem to end, and they have no leisure. At the other end of the spectrum are those who idle all day: while some are content to do this,

Embracing serenity: A guide to cultivating peace in your life

09 Apr 2024 04:45 AM IST

In a world filled with constant noise, demands, and distractions, the pursuit of peace has become more crucial than ever. Amidst the chaos, finding tranquility and inner calm can seem like an elusive dream. However, cultivating a peaceful life is not only possible but also essential for our well-being and

Ever seen a Python being employed?

09 Apr 2024 04:40 AM IST

As the headman of his village, Malukdas laid great emphasis on labour. That explains his disagreement with the priest, who fed the hungry villagers without making them contribute anything. The priest held the view that it’s erroneous to assume that humans provide food. It’s the Lord who feeds. Malukdas decided

Eliminating Hatred (Ghrna) – A Barrier on the Spiritual Path

09 Apr 2024 04:36 AM IST

Hatred (ghrna in Sanskrit) or an intention of malaise against someone is a huge barrier in our spiritual journey toward perfection and among the most difficult emotions to eliminate. Swami Sivananda Saraswati (1887-1963, a renowned yoga teacher) has described three stages of hatred. This emotion usually starts with prejudice or

The significance of the nine Devis during Chaitra Navratri

09 Apr 2024 04:30 AM IST

Chaitra Navratri, a nine-day festival celebrated with fervor and devotion by Hindus, holds profound significance attributed to the worship of nine forms of the divine feminine energy, known as the Navadurga. These nine manifestations of the goddess Durga symbolize various virtues, powers, and cosmic energies. Understanding the significance of each

Self-Discovery and Inner Healing

06 Apr 2024 04:42 AM IST

What is the connection between self-discovery and inner healing? It is the link between two words – forgetting and remembering. The world of opposites that we live in provides the contrasting backdrop and it involves forgetting, which causes us to separate from the self; and remembering i.e. coming back to

The Key to a Happy Life

06 Apr 2024 04:39 AM IST

If someone is dissatisfied with their life, or if there is persistent pressure on the mind, both these conditions will give rise to some physical ailment. Every thought we create generates energy in the form of vibrations. These vibrations first affect the brain, and since the brain controls the functions

Being Carefree

06 Apr 2024 04:37 AM IST

When I am truthful… then I am powerful… then I am happy… and then I am carefree. There is a strong correlation between truth and being happy and carefree. The one who has nothing to hide is free to express any emotion. The one who has a guilty conscience is

Beyond Duality

02 Apr 2024 04:48 AM IST

Eyes popped out, jaws fell, and mouths remained agape. The disciples had never heard anything like this before. Yet, here was their teacher, who had made this obnoxious statement: ‘If you meet Buddha on the road, kill him.’ He was merely repeating the revered Zen master Linji Yixuan’s words. Then