Shaivite Tradition

Posted on 19. March 2025 by Dr. Nalini

Shaivism is an ancient form Hinduism that focuses on the worship of Shiva. The term has been derived from the Sanskrit word Shiva, which refers to the Lord of destruction and transformation. Shaivites are devotees, who venerate Shiva and accept him as the Supreme God. They believe that he is responsible for creation, protection and destruction. He is portrayed as representing a fierce destroyer, an innocent, a granter of boons and a loving and compassionate husband. Shaivites strive to achieve liberation from the cycle of birth and death by living a life focused on Shiva and chanting mantras and hymns dedicated to him. Continue reading →

The power of Yoga Nidra

Posted on 18. March 2025 by Dr. Nalini

Dear ones, I am so proud that the practice of Yoga Nidra is referred to and practiced everywhere. My Guru is regarded as the creator of Yoga Nidra. I just read two quotes and I will share them with you. Continue reading →

Flowers mentioned in the Gita

Posted on 17. March 2025 by Dr. Nalini

Flowers symbolize the bridge between earthly and divine realms. Their presence represents the universe’s grandeur. Each petal conveys life’s fleeting nature and eternal cycle. Continue reading →

Follow the precepts of the Guru

Posted on 16. March 2025 by Dr. Nalini

Love and loveless

The human frame will be an empty shell
If the soul within is lonely and unwell.

If the soul is clothed in flesh that feels both soft and rough
It is to get a sense of what it means to love.

The life lived in love is a gainer full twice over
On earth in joy and then in heaven’s clover.

Quotes from Tirukkural Continue reading →

A colorful life and new beginnings

Posted on 15. March 2025 by Dr. Nalini

Today, 15th of March is Holi, and it is a festival which celebrates the triumph of good over evil. Holi is celebrated on two different days as India is a large country. Exam dated have been changed in the states, where it is being celebrated today. Continue reading →

Quotes from Swami Sivananda

Posted on 14. March 2025 by Dr. Nalini

In the midst of activities, see that there is a constant force which will keep your inner state always divine, equipoised and spiritual. You must develop the technique that you must not react. It is when man reacts to the actions of external forces that he fails and trouble comes.
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An ancient legend

Posted on 12. March 2025 by Dr. Nalini

An ancient legend saves a village. An avalanche crashed down the Mana-Ghastoli route last Friday. The avalanche smothered everything it went over. The roads were deserted, and homes were abandoned. As a result, not many heard the sound of the ice fracturing, the snow cascading down the earth. Continue reading →

Nature Is What We See

Posted on 11. March 2025 by Dr. Nalini

By Emily Dickinson

“Nature” is what we see—
The Hill—the Afternoon—
Squirrel—the Eclipse—the Bumble bee—
Nay—Nature is Heaven—
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A prayer and thank you to Mother Earth

Posted on 9. March 2025 by Dr. Nalini

I join my palms in prayer to Ma Prithvi and ask for forgiveness and blessings. I promise from the bottom of my heart; I will take care of you. I will try not to harm you by denuding the forests, adulterating the waters and making the environment toxic. I have done many things, without being aware of the damage caused to the flora and fauna.

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Who is the PERFECT woman?

Posted on 8. March 2025 by Dr. Nalini

I am aware dear ones that today is International Women’s Day. All kinds of attributes are given to womankind. Sages are writing that we must create a world where women are celebrated not just as their roles as mothers, wives or daughters but also as creators, leaders and spiritual beings who shape the essence of life. Continue reading →

The route to contentment

Posted on 7. March 2025 by Dr. Nalini

Happiness according to the Bhagwad Gita is not just a fleeting emotion or a result of external factors, but a state of being that arises from spiritual connection, inner peace, contentment and living a life aligned with one’s true purpose.

How do we perceive pleasure? Continue reading →

Response to rudeness

Posted on 6. March 2025 by Dr. Nalini

First of all, let us define rudeness. Rudeness is described as a weak imitation of strength. So many of us practice rudeness. It is also described as behavior which is inappropriate. It is being insolent, discourteous, impertinent and impolite. Continue reading →

What do we learn from the tarsier?

Posted on 28. February 2025 by Dr. Nalini

Dear ones, the tarsier is an animal, which is halfway between lemurs and monkeys. It measures only about 9-16 centimeters. Its tail is double its length. It is found in the Philippines and various islands of Southeast Asia. Continue reading →

Of Shells and Calabashes

Posted on 27. February 2025 by Dr. Nalini

I had gone in a tuktuk on a coastal tour in Siquijor which is a verdant and beautiful island. A tuktuk is a three-wheel scooter, which has powerful shock absorbers and so it is not bouncy. They are in bright colors, and one sees them everywhere. Siquijor is considered a magical island as there are many healing plants growing there. It is renowned for its traditional healing practices. Continue reading →

Courtesy, civility, kindness

Posted on 25. February 2025 by Dr. Nalini

Life is not so short, but that there is always time enough for courtesy. – Ralph Waldo Emerson

Civility costs nothing and buys everything. – Montagu

A part of kindness consists in loving people more than they deserve. – Joseph Joubert

A tree is known by its fruit, a man by his deeds. A good deed is never lost; he who sows courtesy reaps friendship and he who plants kindness gathers love. – Saint Basil