Independence, unwavering endurance and defiance of adversity were the key gunas of Goddess Sita. She stood her ground literally being the daughter of Bhudevi (Mother Earth). She had boundless courage to face adversity. She was a model of a woman, who was aware of her powerful, spiritual strength. Continue reading
The greatest error of a man is to think that he is weak by nature, evil by nature. Every man is divine and strong in his real nature. What are weak and evil are his habits, his desires and thoughts but not himself. Thus spoke Ramanna Maharishi. Continue reading
Several species are led by powerful females.
Orca is the largest predator and found in every ocean on the planet. The Orcas live in a close-knit matrilineal group, mothers handing leadership to daughters. Females transfer information about food and social habits to their young, which allows survival in the Anthropocene era–the era which brings orcas, marine pollution, overfishing and the loss of echolocation to hunt in busy shipping zones. Continue reading
Valentine’s day is coming. There are advertisements everywhere asking one to buy gifts, flowers, and sweets for one’s loved ones. It is so compelling and sweet deals are offered. We all want and wish to send Valentines. Continue reading
Change yourself through the sadhana of Ahimsa. Ahimsa means non-violence. It is understood as not harming others. However, it has a deeper meaning. It is to reduce harm in thought, word and action towards others and ourselves. Continue reading
A wish is a lovely word. Everyone likes to use it. It says so much. Children are asked what do they wish for and parents, relatives and friends try to fulfill their wishes. To see the joyous smile on a child’s face is a reward. Wish fulfillment is a lovely feeling for the person whose wish is grated and for the granter. With Christmas coming soon, many many people all over the world are making wishes and hoping that they will be fulfilled. Continue reading
How can I describe myself? Read “Success” and ask yourself these questions. Be truthful. Continue reading
Our appetite governs us. We have to examine it. Appetite is applied to all aspects of our lives. I will only touch upon our appetite which is fueled by our desire. This desire relates to having a healthy and long life. We are not looking closely as to how it affects our environment when we seeking the key of longevity and wellbeing. At what cost does it come? Continue reading
Does one ever pause, and look around, gaze at the sky, the clouds, hear music, or read a funny story. How often do we do this, spend our time in a thought free activity which we enjoy? If one answers this question truthfully, one will find that many of us feel guilty if one is sitting and looking up at the stars or the bees buzzing and collecting pollen in the bright sunshine. Continue reading
Dear Ones, we are all aware of the five elements, which comprise the universe, mother earth and all sentient beings. The five elements are earth, water, fire, air, and ether. We practice sadhanas to purify these elements. Continue reading
Dear ones, take out your tissues and dab your eyes. The forests are losing their wings and we are responsible.
Why? We all love butterflies. However, we are not respecting our habitat. The butterflies are not the best fliers. They rely on wind currents to help them reach their destinations. The rising temperatures are affecting forests, vegetation and Earth’s massive wind system. Continue reading
This story is from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is about a time when trees wandered from place to place. They behaved like living beings. They would seek a shady spot and stay there for a time. Then they would move on. Continue reading
The Gita describes love as being the essence of one’s being. When one attains liberation, one realizes one’s true nature as love itself.
But if each day,
Each hour you feel
That you are destined for me
With implacable sweetness
If each day a
Flower climbs up to
Your lips to seek me.
The Shanti Mantra is from the Upanishads. It is a prayer for peace. It’s often recited to bring peace to oneself; one’s family and the world.
Om Dyau Shanti,
May there be peace in the heavens. Continue reading
The concept that we are all beings and interconnected is present in the Vedas. Bishnois are a tribe in Rajasthan, who are inborne conservationists. Jumbhoji was the founder of this community, he preached respect for all life. They revere the Black buck which is considered to be an incarnation of their Guru. Bishnoi women have been known to nurse a baby fawn. Continue reading