857 – Enjoy real life

Posted on 3. April 2024 by Dr. Nalini

Abandon all luxuries, go back to transparent and natural living. In order to enjoy real and lasting happiness lead an uncomplicated life. Immortality can only be attained by realizing the Self through plain living, practice of Yoga, self-control, mental discipline and meditation. Sadhana is the way. One has to reach a realm where there is neither light nor darkness, neither easy nor west, neither gain nor loss, a realm which can never be reached either by the mind or the senses. Sincerity in one’s spiritual sadhana, can enable one to evolve quickly. – Swami Sivananda.

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827 – This is the Goal

Posted on 1. March 2024 by Dr. Nalini

By Swami Sivananda Saraswati.

To transmute the brutal instinct and to become divine is the goal of life. If you control anger, eradicate selfishness and develop tolerance, compassion, selflessness, generosity, courage, forgiveness, you will become divine. Continue reading →

822 – The power of memory

Posted on 23. February 2024 by Dr. Nalini

Memory is the power to retain and recall the information and past experiences. Memory applies to both individual facts and experiences that one recalls as well as the brain’s ability to contain it all. A good memory reinforces one’s perceptions and an unpleasant memory can be very destructive. How does one handle memory? Memories are very important for one and each memory teaches one how to handle the repetition of a hurtful experience. Continue reading →

810 – Be refreshed with sleep

Posted on 11. February 2024 by Dr. Nalini

How much sleep does one require? It is a source of concern to one and all. What one does not realise it that sleep is possible if one puts one’s thoughts to bed or out. Continue reading →

806 – Disruption of space

Posted on 6. February 2024 by Dr. Nalini

Space is a word used so freely. I was thinking about this word and the descriptions given are numerous. We use it in many ways. Giving examples, safe space, happy space, comfort space, emotional space, toxic space, unhealthy space. Continue reading →

785 – Hygiene and Sanyam

Posted on 11. January 2024 by Dr. Nalini

When we think and speak about hygiene, what do we mean? Hygiene is physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and pranic cleansing of the body. This cleansing is possible if we disinfect our thoughts. Our thoughts are the influencers of our health in every aspect. And that is why we must learn the gentle sadhana of Sanyam. Continue reading →

780 – A clean slate

Posted on 3. January 2024 by Dr. Nalini

What is the color of slate? It varies from grey-blue, greenish-grey, black tan or purplish grey. My grandma was deaf and she had a dark, grey slate on which we would write. The slate I am writing about is the slate of one’s being. Continue reading →

737 – What do gunas represent in Gods

Posted on 14. November 2023 by Dr. Nalini

The trishul in Shiva’s right hand represents the three Gunas – Sattva, Rajas and Tamas. It is his emblem of sovereignty. He rules the universe through these three gunas. The damaru in his left hand represents the Sabda Brahmin (transcendental sound). Continue reading →

717 – Sankalp and Abhyas

Posted on 22. October 2023 by Dr. Nalini

Fasting is a Yogic practice. It reduces the tamasic element in the body. Tamas is the greatest obstacle to meditation. While fasting, one sheds extra weight from the body and gains strength and clarity of mind. One cannot advance in the practice of Meditation, with an unhealthy body and weak mind. Continue reading →

713 – What is happening to us?

Posted on 17. October 2023 by Dr. Nalini

We are influenced by our senses. They are affected by what is happening on social media. New phrases are being used on social media, and they can change our life. Continue reading →

708 – Is each day special?

Posted on 12. October 2023 by Dr. Nalini

How do we look at each day? My granddaughter who lives in America is learning Spanish. Now my granddaughter’s class was asked to choose a month for 2024 and make a date sheet in Spanish. She shared her sheet with us and there were ten days dedicated to different things. Just a few days ago it was the International Smile Day. Please smile all day. Why are we remembering so many days? Continue reading →

705 – 365 days of the year practice forgiveness

Posted on 9. October 2023 by Dr. Nalini

What I cannot understand is that why should we seek forgiveness and grant forgiveness only on special days. In reality, my dear ones we should be practicing this three hundred and sixty-five days of the year. Forgiveness means different things to different people. It involves an intentional decision to become free of resentment and anger. It also means ridding oneself of hurts and offences. Continue reading →

674 – My Best Friend

Posted on 3. September 2023 by Dr. Nalini

Dear ones, what is the definition of best friend. A best friend is always with you, for you and is there for you. There are best facebook friends known as besties and they keep changing like the colors of the chameleon. Then there are childhood best friends, one thinks of them when one is distressed or happy. Continue reading →

645 – Easy as pie

Posted on 27. July 2023 by Dr. Nalini

When one is starting the practice of Yoga, one is thinking only about one’s physical well-being. There is so much more to the practice and when one starts one experiences the benefits and realizes the power behind it. The sadhana is better than a sugar rush. It is simple, one learns to be aware, centered and detached, without pressure. It sounds complex but it is easy as a pie. Continue reading →

644 – How do I find my symbol?

Posted on 25. July 2023 by Dr. Nalini

Without a symbol it is not possible for us to meditate.

Steps to find symbol.