Thousands of meanings and examples follow the word ‘Adjust’. Whether it is adjusting to a place, an emotion, an individual or a situation. No matter how little or big the extent of the concern, the main goal is to adjust to something or someone peacefully. There are many benefits to being able ... Views: 649
The term “happiness” means different to different people. It is a very broad although a relative term.
“Happiness lies in the joy of achievement and the thrill of creative effort.”-Franklin Roosevelt
“Family and friendships are two of the greatest facilitators of happiness”- John C. ... Views: 647
The whole world is nothing but the principle of karma.
If there is no bad karma there is no disease, there is no suffering. Malnutrition, infections, abuses, poverty, and illiteracy - it all happens because of the bad karmas coming into effect.
Whatever comes our way is a result of our own ... Views: 642
Fear is one of the most powerful emotions as it has a very strong effect on our mind and body. It makes us worry and holds us back in life, especially when that fear or worry is regarding losing someone or something in life that is of great value to us.
I too had a lot of fears and worries. ... Views: 639
Give what you would want to receive - this is the principle of karma.
Karma means action. And all reactions are like ‘echoes’ of our previous actions. The fruits are inevitable. The whole world is nothing but the principle of karma.
Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan, an enlightened being ... Views: 634
In Sanskrit, Spirituality means Adhyatma. The word ‘adhyatma’ is derived from two words – adhi meaning ‘pertaining to’ and Atma meaning the ‘Soul’. Therefore Spirituality means ‘pertaining to the Soul’.
Spirituality is the process of leading the total energy of the body to the Soul. It ... Views: 632
Life is all about ups and downs, its very nature is like that. ‘Where there has been puran (input) there is bound to be galan (output)’ -this is the universal principle that is found in everything that increases and decreases; be it our wealth, our health, our body, our mind or any other aspect ... Views: 630
We all have, during our life span, experienced one or more of these emotions; but sometimes it can prove difficult to distinguish precisely what we are feeling at one given time. Most of us are aware that there is a difference, but for the purpose of clarity, let us look at each emotion ... Views: 629
Seeing children play in the garden made me nostalgic for swinging on the swings, sliding on the slides, making sand castles, playing hide and seek, jumping ropes, running, falling, hurting knees, injuring elbows, blaming, fighting, then doing homework, and as Dad returns, jumping around the ... Views: 626
Everyone has an emotional bond. And this bond is with various people, starting with parents and siblings, later with friends, and after marriage with spouse and kids. We love these people with all our heart but there are occasions where we hurt them and they also in turn hurt us.
When we ... Views: 625
From personal experience, I believe that negativity and especially self-negativity are very bad. They stop you from reaching the places that you want to get to in life.
You clearly have tried to be more positive. But unfortunately, since it has not improved matters for you, you feel you have ... Views: 622
We continuously undergo change in life. Changes begin to happen right from our childhood and they will continue until the end of life. Sometimes these changes are life thrilling eg. getting something that we always aspired but had never hoped we would ever get it, while at times these changes ... Views: 622
“The essence of human life is to come into one’s nature of the Self (Soul); get awakened and remain only in Self.” - Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan
At some point in life, this question usually arises in everyone’s mind that ultimately what is the real motive behind we coming onto Earth. ... Views: 622
It is a dream and the duty too of every parent to give their child the best possible start in life such that going ahead, he upholds good values and manners in life, maintains respect for all living beings and is able to deal with and manage his problems with confidence. ... Views: 621
Who can give? One who has it!!
So, one who has with Him Moksha, gives Moksha.
Moksha means the experience of freedom from sufferings. And it is Gnani, the Enlightened One, who gives Moksha to the people in this world. Let us try and understand how….
It is like if you want to experience ... Views: 621
Fear does influence our life in a big way for it governs how we feel, behave and react in situations given the specific circumstances that give rise to fear inside us. Fear makes us suspicious, creates anxiety, leads to worries and it ultimately takes away our peace of mind.
Few of the most ... Views: 618
Attitude is that little thing within that goes on to make a big difference both inside and outside. It determines how we experience every aspect of our life. Our attitude is very important when we have nothing and equally important when we have everything.
Attitude defines us in the world. ... Views: 617
The question of what happens to us after we pass away is perhaps the most wondered about and can never be answered. Fundamentally, it is about belief. Whilst we know for sure that after life there is death - however there are very different beliefs as to what happens to you once you leave this ... Views: 617
Everybody in this world is in search of peace, as there is so much of chaos & conflicts in almost everyone’s life. We need to find out the root causes behind them and how to solve the problems of disharmony and discords. No one ever perceives from the total perspective. People only see from the ... Views: 615
What is humanity?
Humanity refers to the qualities that make us humane; qualities such as kindness, generosity, compassion, love, etc. that reside within and define a human being.
In every person, there lies an instinct to help others, to be gentle and considerate towards feelings of ... Views: 614
Do you know celibacy is the king of the body and an extract of the entire living body? A person practicing celibacy maintains good health and also gains good spiritual strength. Such people experience happiness and peace within. They are contented and blissful. They have a wonderful mind that ... Views: 612
So often we have heard our elders and Gurus say, “Human life is very rare and precious; one must not waste this precious human life this way...”
So what exactly is the purport of this statement?...
- What makes human birth so rare and difficult to get?
- When are we said to be wasting this ... Views: 609
A woman holds a prime position in every person’s life, for the care, the concern, the passion, the strength, sensitivity and support, and the love, energy and happiness that she brings in the relationship. She nurses children, protects the family, serves parents and supports her husband. A ... Views: 609
All of us like happiness, don’t we? When someone appreciates us, we feel very good and motivated. But as we know life is not always a bed of roses. We should always learn how to deal with difficult situations that may come at any time. One of it certainly is that “how to accept criticism?” ... Views: 606
The origin of all thoughts, good or bad, lies in our past life. Our opinions given in past life create the thoughts that we get in this life.
How are thoughts generated?
•Every time we give a specific opinion, automatically atoms are attracted and get charged into our body accordingly.
•A ... Views: 602
In our life, we might have come across some heartily aunt, uncle or grandparents. We always find them happily talking to everyone. They seemed to be loved by everyone and their love seems to be unconditional and equal for all.
The worldly dealing of such a good-hearted person are ideal ... Views: 593
Why does a Creator exist? - Before we dwell on this question, let us first analyse the meaning of the word ‘Creator’. ‘Creator’ has been borrowed in its derived form from Latin, wherein the ending "-tor" means ‘one who does it’, and the word ‘creare’ means ‘to make or bring forth’.
Numerous ... Views: 590
Anger and ego can only be controlled through understanding.
If one fails to understand the anger and tries to suppress it, one may be suppressing peace instead, so peace will perish.
Therefore, anger is not something that one can suppress. One has to understand that anger is ego. Analyse ... Views: 587
Unfortunately, there is no definite answer found to this question as yet.While there are some who claim this most auspicious and sacred mantra to have been composed by Acharyashri Pushpadanta in 1st century CE, there are some who say it is a composition made by the disciples of Mahavira, having ... Views: 586
Self-control is not something that you need to exercise in every little aspect of your life, for this will only irritate your mind. Having said that, a life lived in normality will always lead to peace of mind, happiness in heart and harmony in society.
It is certainly advisable to strictly ... Views: 586
Generally, our feeling is that spirituality is all about renouncing, isn’t it?
We have to abandon our family, leave all our worldly comforts and pleasures, sacrifice tasty food and do fasting, and do hard penance and meditation, to grow on given spiritual path.
But what if you are not ... Views: 585
‘I am better than you’ mindset is an outcome of the ego that wants to be superior to others and desperately wants to be ahead than the rest. Such ego develops with the help of an intellect that keeps comparing one’s self and competing with the people around him, and in the process collects ... Views: 582
There are many situations in life like ill-health, loss of job, lack of money, relationship issues, bringing up children, lack of appreciation or motivation at the office or home, harsh weather, car breakdown, heavy traffic and many more. How do we deal with such situations in our daily life? ... Views: 581
We come across various kinds of people in life, whose nature and their inherent qualities, whose level of understanding and their perception of things, whose abilities and their capabilities, may sharply differ from that of ours. And when in our interaction, we get to believe that we are better ... Views: 580
There are all types of people in this world: some who inspire us and some who bring us down. One generally comes into contact with different kinds of people, which gives one an opportunity to recognize those who are good to be around with, and equally important, identify the negative ones so ... Views: 578
People these days have become a lot more aware about incorporating yoga in the daily routine. Reason being, there are numerous physical, mental and spiritual benefits we gain from yoga.
Yoga is a spiritual and ascetic discipline, a part of which includes breath control, simple meditation, ... Views: 577
Yes indeed! All that is born must one day perish. Yet grief, worry, illusion of mine and ours, and the daily day and night journey happen.
It Happens due to Ignorance
We are ignorant of who we really are. We are also ignorant of how this world functions. Therefore we have the illusion ... Views: 577
When I was given an opportunity to write about “Live in Present” that sounded daunting as I was not living in the present. I started off by using one of Param Pujya Dadashri’s principles of doing “Samayik” – a process of introspection in one’s life. During the introspection, I observed that when ... Views: 576
Negative thoughts take away all the good and happiness that we experience in our daily life. The negative things that the intellect shows is actually of no use to us.
Highlighted below are few of the ways to combat the negativity that may arise in you:
1.Drive out the Negative ... Views: 573
Fear is one of the most powerful emotions as it has a very strong effect on our mind and body. It makes us worry and holds us back in life, especially when that fear or worry is regarding losing someone or something in life that is of great value to us.
I too had a lot of fears and worries. ... Views: 571
1.No, no, we don’t have to get afraid of negative thoughts.
2.We do not have to come into any kind of suffering either, for it won’t help us get anywhere.
3.Rather we must maintain awareness when such thoughts arise.
4.The moment negative thought for some third person arises in our mind, we ... Views: 571
Have you ever closely observed how a tree grows?
Initially, it is only a seed; which after taking sunshine and water, grows into a sapling; and as it slowly spreads its roots when nurtured with manure, it stands up as a tender plant blooming with flowers; and finally develops into a tree ... Views: 568
When we write something bad on a paper, we erase it with an eraser. If we do something wrong in a computer, we undo it with 'ctrl+z'. Isn’t there any such option available to get rid of our bad or wrong karma in life? Wouldn't that be great if we have one! Let's read on to figure it ... Views: 567
An enlightened being, Param Pujya Dadabhagwan says, “Happiness begins from the moment you do something for others. When you give happiness to others, you will receive happiness. Whatever you give is what you get back - this is the law of Nature.” This world is in the form of an echo. Whatever ... Views: 567
Majority of people don’t even recognize that they have sexual thoughts during their worldly activities! It is good that you realize, ‘I have sexual thoughts while studying.’ With this awareness, you will definitely come out of this problem.
The solution to your problem is descriptively ... Views: 565
1) Definition of karma
In general term, karma means actions i.e. working, performing, giving to charity, any religious activities, etc. To support these action with the belief ‘I am the doer’ is called binding the karma. Claiming ‘doership’ of any action, binds karma.
2) The Law of ... Views: 565
Many people do not believe in rebirth. However, they do use words like lucky-unlucky OR good luck-bad luck. Now, these words directly suggest rebirth, don’t they?... for on what basis would one person become lucky and another unlucky otherwise?
If there is nothing like rebirth and if it is ... Views: 565
Happy Diwali!
DIWALI is here. And seeing it come, POSITIVITY is in the air!
Everyone is in a joyous mood, busy cleaning their homes, decorating their surroundings, putting colourful rangolis, and doing shopping left, right and centre, preparing sweets and delicacies, wearing new and good ... Views: 564
Sanchit Karma and Prarabdha Karma
Sanchit karma are the accumulated karma brought forward from our past life. Such karma are stockpiled at a subtle level in the body. And as each karma materializes and comes into fruition, it is called prarabdha karma (fate).
How are our thoughts and ... Views: 564
Anger is a weakness; yet people generally think it to be one’s strength. As compared to a person who gets angry, a person who does not get angry possesses an incredible silent aura of serenity and purity!
When one is seen silently tolerating on the outside but is fuming inside, it is called ... Views: 564