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Attaining samadhi
Yog Samadhi, states of consciousness, Maharshi Patanjali's Yog Sutras, Dharana, Dhyan, Pratyahar, Yamas, Niyamas, and regulated breathing are discussed in this article.
Aasakti, Nirasakti
Effortless actions like smiling naturally, cooking for those who do it daily, driving to Mysore without struggle, and meditating are examples of Nirasakti. Inner peace, balance, and the right attitude are necessary. Effort and effortlessness are complementary in life. Memorization, skills, and appreciating beauty require some effort. A dynamic approach helps in better sleep and remembering.
Fun and games
Books got read; scrabble boards saw the light of day, as did other board games like snakes and ladders, Chinese checkers, carrom board, chess and monopoly, keeping us entertained, occupied and happy. It took a pandemic to remind us that fun and games are also an important part of life even if one was past childhood. Painting, clay modelling and other handicraft became popular. Online courses in yoga, languages and other skills were sought after.
Live life to a T
There is word in Sanskrit - Jijeevisha, jeene ki utkat icchha, desire to live life to the fullest. There's so much to know, learn and acquire that one lifetime isn't enough. Therefore, everyone laments that Ars longa, vita brevis, Art is long, life is short. We need to remain alert all the time to learn whatever we can learn and acquire in a limited span of time.
Work and wisdom
The Upanishads reveal that we are limitless, the sought is enshrined in the seeker, Tat tvam asi. We only become a victim of our notion of being limited because we erroneously superimpose limitations of our body-mind-sense on the limitless Consciousness that enlivens it. Consciousness is all there is; and one is that non-dual Consciousness.
Celebrate the ordinary
Every day is an awakening all its own, there is comfort in the daily ritual, the importance of having one day like another, mystery of things taken for banal. There is a certain presence in the ordinary rhythms of life away from tight schedules and preoccupations. Sweeping away the leaf litter, listening to the cooing of the koel and the babble of a toddler anchor us to our daily existence.
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Sound of silence
Surrender yourself to the inner symphony and feel positivity and happiness take over gently but surely, so that you are meandering along a path of cheerful musings. Some would say that this is a form of wilful self-hypnosis. And they would be correct in large measure. But, to them, I would say, is there anything wrong in wanting to be happy? In fact, wanting to be happy should be a prime objective in life!
Come, let us niksen
Niksen, the Dutch term for doing nothing, is a stress buster that helps regain focus and increases productivity. It brings happiness and is essential for work-life balance. Niksen should be a short break for relaxation and a calm mind, avoiding procrastination and aimlessness. It is similar to meditation and energizes us.The love of your life
Love is not limited to romantic relationships but extends to various connections like family, friends, and passions. However, amidst these forms of love, the most crucial is self-love. Self-love is distinct from selfishness and involves nurturing oneself physically, emotionally, and spiritually. It's about treating oneself with kindness, joy, and peace, rather than indulging in harmful behaviors.Mantras for mental peace
Japa also takes three forms: chanted aloud, whispered in a low voice, or uttered in the silence the heart within. Whichever form of jap we practise, the benefits we reap will be many: peace of mind, tranquillity, increased concentration, positive energy levels and freedom from fear and anxiety.
Idols and idolatry
A popular leader or public figure who inspires others is also called an idol. However, to refer to images and statues of gods and goddesses as idols, could carry with it a negative connotation.If animals could talk
Once children become adults, their perception of animals undergoes a sea change. Sometimes we're cruel to animals; at other times, indifferent. Compassion is something that's meant to be shown to all living beings. Swami Vivekananda would say, 'Always cultivate the heart, for through the heart the Lord speaketh.'What a pleasure!
It seems to me the confusion and the misery begin when that face, that river, that cloud, that mountain becomes a memory, and this memory then demands a greater continuity of pleasure; we want such things repeated. We all know this. I have had a certain pleasure, or you have had a certain delight in something, and we want it repeated. Whether it be sexual, artistic, intellectual or something not quite of this character, we want it repeated - and I think that is where pleasure begins to darken the mind and create values that are false, not actual.Power of silence
The Bhagwad Gita also highlights mauna as a spiritual austerity, emphasising both verbal and mental silence. Observing our thoughts without attachment gradually calms the restless mind, leading to heightened awareness. There are various forms of mauna: Karna mauna: control of speech; Kastha mauna: maintaining a neutral expression in every way; Susupti mauna: clearing the mind of doubts, recognising life's transient nature and the role of the three Gunas, Sattva, Rajas and Tamas; and Maha mauna: achieving a complete cessation of thoughts.Tendencies of the mind
What does our mind do? It vacillates between the past and the future. Every moment, it is either angry about the past or anxious about the future. There is another tendency of the mind - clinging to the negative. If 10 positive instances or events are followed by one negative event, we cling to that one negative thing. We simply forget all the 10 positives.
Put on your costume
Self-pity is a pit in which we can so easily fall in. Whenever we fail to achieve what we are striving for; when we are let down by friends, we're overcome by a feeling of 'I deserve better'. We start to feel sorry for ourselves. All we see is our own self. Self-pity makes one bitter, resentful, inward looking, a lesser person.
Speaking Tree: Agape love is universal
Ela Gandhi, a South African peace activist and granddaughter of M.K. Gandhi, emphasizes the importance of love in ahimsa (non-violence). She sees ahimsa as a complete way of life conducive to living non-violently. Faith in God is a crucial aspect of her perspective, providing strength to face adversity. Inspired by her grandfather, she believes that inner peace leads to peace with the world. Engaged in the inter-faith movement, Gandhi values prayer as a personal connection with the soul and spirit, finding goodness in all faiths.
World as one family
From a spiritual angle, we are all diverse manifestations of the one Divine. Spiritual wisdom can create a sense of fraternity, a sense of universal brotherhood and sisterhood, on which can be founded global unity on the psychological plane. The outer expression of a sense of psychological unity can be a World Government.
Accept or suffer
You can lead a meaningful and peaceful life only by being selflessly instrumental in the scheme of providence by accepting all. 'Serenity comes when you trade expectations for acceptance,' said the Buddha. With sympathy, we understand and accept, which helps make amends, grow and forgive.
Believe you can!
Sharing accounts from humanity's rich history of overcoming challenges, such as innovations in transportation, medicine, and technology, we have been able to triumph in face of obstacles by focusing our attention and working diligently.
Omnipresent Sri Ram
Palace walls are decorated with paintings of scenes from the Reamker in Khmer style, and the walls of the Angkor Wat and Banteay Srei temples too, sport similar paintings. Ram and Reamker are integral parts of Cambodian culture.Mental Subtraction
Mental Subtraction makes us humble . And, more importantly, triggers an urge to help others in their journey of life.Work-life balance
Achieving work-life balance is a matter of prioritising and sticking to it, no matter what. Focusing on the task on hand and strictly unplugging from everything else leaves us with so much more time and energy than we need. Let's prioritise self first, family next, and work thereafter. Allocating time to nourish the mind and exercising body help us experience happy vibrations with family. We can then step into our workplace with enthusiasm.Infinite hope
Despite facing unthinkable discrimination, King was hopeful that hardened hearts would change and the days would come when not only in the US but all over the globe, people would treat each other equally and on an even keel. We all need this kind of intense and infinite hope. Remember the Dutch adage that even hellfire is not eternal. No situation is so bad as not to give a glimmer of hope.
Calm under pressure
The prisoner said if he was alive until Thursday, then his execution date could not be on Friday, as the judge has called it a surprise punishment. So, his execution on Friday was ruled out. Of the remaining four days, if he was alive until Wednesday, then again, his execution on Thursday would be ruled out for the same reason. As the same logic would be applicable to all the days, a surprise punishment could never be given.
Tomorrow is another day
We tend to dwell over our and others' mistakes rather than keep alive and cherish all the millions of good things that happen because of and to us. That's the difference between brooding and rejoicing. No human being is perfect. Life is not perfect.
Right age is now
Certainly, as one ages, one becomes more conscious of the shortage of time and energy; what really matters is how we make use of the time that is yet available to us and find ways to build up and conserve energy rather than lament the lack of it. Recklessness and haste are the hallmarks of youth; as adults, we may regret things we did or did not do while we were young. As elders, we may look back at our middle years and wish we had planned for our senior years more prudently.
Life in an A4 sheet
Urban put dots on a sheet of paper, with each dot representing a certain period - say, years, months, weeks or days. Assume that you are a healthy, lucky person with a lifespan of 80 years. Even if each dot represents a day, it comfortably fits in an A4 sheet. And if each dot represents something less, say, a year or month or week, it too fits in three-fourth or half a sheet of a normal size paper.
Our crown jewel
Our goal is to be one with God and to realise our unity with Him and His Creation. We need to see others as our own and as members of God's family. We also need to spend time in selfless service so that others can benefit from what the Lord has given us and their difficulties are alleviated.Load More
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