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- How can i avoid negativity - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2019 from Dada BhagwanNegative 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: 659 - How can I be always happy and confident in high schools and how do I avoid my ego? - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2019 from Dada BhagwanWhen you are happy, you are naturally confident, and this is not possible unless you have your ego level at its minimum! Always remember, ego brings only ruin. Arrogance ends our wisdom. Those who are consumed by ego are bound to suffer and bound to be doomed one day. So come, lets learn the ...
Views: 634 - How can I be free of sadness, depression and suicidal thoughts? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2020 from Dada BhagwanJust like people see us through their perceived opinions and beliefs that they have for us, similarly, we too see ourselves through the set of opinions and beliefs that we’ve harnessed regarding our Self. Eg. “I am depressed. I am sad all the time. I am useless.” – these are nothing but ...
Views: 466 - How can i Beat my Anxiety ? - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2019 from Dada BhagwanThe function of mind is to think. But when you think about a situation or a problem as if it is everything in life, then worry takes hold. And when you develop anxiety for too many things at the same time, this gives rise to tension. For example, ‘What will happen if I fail in school? What ...
Views: 524 - How can I become better at accepting my mistakes? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2020 from Dada BhagwanTo err is human! Mistakes happen by all of us. But what is important is that we accept our mistake, apologize for it, learn some good lesson from it and progress ahead in life. Param Pujya Dadashri, an enlightened being says, “The world has not bound us; we are bound by our own mistakes. Once ...
Views: 498 - How can I control my anger and ego? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2020 from Dada BhagwanAnger 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: 730 - How can I cure an addiction? Can see it is wasting a lot of time in my daily life but Iam unable to do anything to get rid of it - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2020 from Dada BhagwanTo realize an addiction as one is the greatest thing ever! Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan tells us that ‘to realize that an addiction is bothering me in reaching my goal or making me completely dependent in itself is a remarkable thing.’ So now, on knowing the addiction and making all efforts to ...
Views: 477 - How can i deal with my loneliness in a quickest way possible? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYou are alone only when you think yourself to be alone. “There cannot be any time, situation or circumstance that can depress You”-Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan So, listed below are some of the solutions that I have learnt from www.dadabhagwan.org and which I’m sure shall prove useful to you, not ...
Views: 429 - How can I experience the divine light that is within me? - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2023 from Dada BhagwanWe all know that God is divine! So, to discover the treasure of divinity within us, we need to first discover God within us! What is God? Is God the creator of the Universe? or the ruler of the world? Or does God mean Lord Krishna? or Lord Mahavir? or Lord Rama? Lord Mahavir, Lord ...
Views: 246 - How can I find a real spiritual master? Is there any enlightened soul living on this Earth? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2020 from Dada BhagwanHaving a living Master to guide us on the path to enlightenment - what else could one ask for?! It is one of the highest blessings for any living being, and more so human beings, to meet a real Spiritual Master in their life! A real master is the pure vehicle through which we can connect with ...
Views: 429 - How can I get rid of my fears and be more competitive? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2022 from Dada BhagwanTo be free from fear and succeed in life, we have to understand what fear is, why fear happens, and how to remove fear permanently. Fear is inherent in every living being, but this fear is meant to keep one safe, and it manifests only when the circumstances of fear arise. For instance, a ...
Views: 380 - How Can I Get Rid of Negativity from My Life? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2024 from Dada BhagwanWe are all aware of the ill effects of negativity in our lives. We become pessimistic in our thoughts, antagonistic and unenthusiastic in our speech and our actions invariably reinforce our bleak view of things. Whilst this can occur consciously, this negative state of mind may well be ...
Views: 185 - How can I get rid of negativity from my life? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2024 from Dada BhagwanWe are all aware of the ill effects of negativity in our lives. We become pessimistic in our thoughts, antagonistic and unenthusiastic in our speech and our actions invariably reinforce our bleak view of things. Whilst this can occur consciously, this negative state of mind may well be ...
Views: 206 - How can i get the thought of committing suicide out of my mind? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe best thing is you want to get the thought of suicide out of your mind. And where there’s a will, there is always a way! So come, let’s ponder over how we make this possible... First of all, why do you tend to plan suicide? I’m sure there must be some disturbing reason for it. But do you ...
Views: 574 - How can I gradually stop my emotional dependency? How can I fix a codependent relationship? - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2020 from Dada BhagwanHaving Normality in Emotions Our emotions should remain in normality, neither above normal nor below! Normality means our behaviour is just like that of actors or actresses in plays or movies. For instance, an actor acts like a good husband and is nice to his wife in the play. He says ...
Views: 452 - How can i help people battling with loneliness and depression? - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2020 from Dada BhagwanTo Help People Is A Very Nice Thought Indeed! These days, instead of worrying about other people’s problems, generally one is busy worrying about earning more and more money, and fulfilling one’s own selfish interests. One does not realize that if he serves others, he is going to benefit for ...
Views: 447 - How can I improve at accepting my mistakes? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2024 from Dada BhagwanTo err is human! Mistakes happen to all of us. But what is important is that we accept our mistakes, apologize for them, learn some good lessons from them and progress ahead in life. Param Pujya Dadashri, an enlightened being says, “The world has not bound us; we are bound by our own ...
Views: 99 - How can I learn to love the real me? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2019 from Dada BhagwanVery nice question! There is nothing better than loving the ‘real me’ in this entire Universe! But do you know who this real me is? Have you seen it? To love someone, we must first know him / her, isn’t it? Hence, to love the real me, you need to first know ‘who is the real me?’ To know ...
Views: 431 - How can I Learn to Overcome Negative Emotions to Finish Important Tasks? - by Submitted on May 06, 2019 from Dada BhagwanIn our day-to-day life, we complete the tasks we enjoy the most, neglecting the ones we do not enjoy which are actually important. It is a pattern of behaviour familiar to all of us and this is something that we have done many times. Putting off dealing with important tasks can be very ...
Views: 535 - How can I let go of a particular thought? How can I stop thinking about a particular thing which keeps coming into my mind? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2023 from Dada BhagwanAll too often, the mind has a way of getting stuck on one subject; and consequently, this can take away our peace of mind and cause us to feel unsettled and frustrated within. The more we try to move on, the deeper we sink. So, let us explore what we can do to help us move on. Nature of ...
Views: 264 - How can I make my wife happy? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2020 from Dada BhagwanWe all have heard the saying “Happy Wife, Happy Life”. Marriage is wonderful, but it takes work. When the wife continuously experiences respect, that’s when one is considered to have learnt to become a perfect husband. There will be some rough patches along the way, and there will be days when ...
Views: 493 - How can I overcome prarabdha karma which I think caused the death of loved ones? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2022 from Dada BhagwanKarma is in the foundation of all our relationships, and by knowing it’s science, the bricks of right understanding are laid down. Role of Karma - By understanding the karmic role, we can defeat the inner suffering for our lost loved ones. So, what is the role of karma and runanubandha? ...
Views: 464 - How can I resolve my deep seething emotions and anger against people who have wronged me in the past? - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThe Infinite Energies within us are Obstructed by Anger Energy abounds like the Niagara Falls in every human being. There is unlimited energy that flows within. But when one gets irritated or angry, the torrent of infinite energy stops. As long as one does not become angry, the torrent of ...
Views: 425 - How can I stop comparing myself to others including my friends to live a happier and healthier life? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2019 from Dada BhagwanQuestioner's Background: I think they're all cool, funny, successful, confident and I’m not. I love what I'm doing, and I believe in my goals, but I think I can't make myself and my goals seem interesting to people. Sometimes I get sad when people praise others. It's like I want all the ...
Views: 450 - How can I stop worrying and over-thinking about everything? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2019 from Dada BhagwanDo you think you are trapped into a habit pattern to worry and over think about everything? If so, by now, you may have already tried out various techniques, and made your best efforts to release yourself from this habit. And at times, you may have experienced some relief too during the ...
Views: 753 - How can Money be Useful to Nullify our Bad Karmas? - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2019 from Dada BhagwanIf money could buy solutions to nullify our bad karmas, the rich people would have a merry time in this world.... because there is no dearth of money there! No matter what kind of and what amount of bad deeds you do, you simply purchase the solution and get off scot free anytime, ...
Views: 483 - How can one attain moksha? And if a person who is world famous for his huge contribution to society in science or any other field, can attain the moksha by deeply involving his life in science rather than spiritual? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2020 from Dada BhagwanHow can one attain moksha? Shrimad Rajchandra has said: “Look for nothing else. Find a Satpurush (the Enlightened One), surrender all your bhaav (feelings and intents) unto Him, and be the Self. If after that you do not attain moksha (liberation), then come and take it from me.” A general ...
Views: 474 - How can One be a Better Version of Ourself? - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2019 from Dada BhagwanDo you want to be a ‘better’ or the ‘best’ version? Everyone wants to be the best, of course! You will be surprised to know, that by real fact, you are already the best. Indeed! Let me tell you how... If asked, ‘who are you?’ you would say, “I am John. (The reader may insert his own name ...
Views: 901 - How can one be happy without depending on anyone? Is it possible? - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2019 from Dada BhagwanWe all living beings are dependent on each other, not only for meeting our basic needs of survival, but also for our physical, mental and emotional well-being. We are happy when we have good worldly comforts and healthy relationships with our near and dear ones; but feel unhappy when there is ...
Views: 540 - How Can One be Spiritual Despite of Attraction towards Material things? - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2019 from Dada BhagwanGenerally, 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: 436 - How can one create real and ever lasting happiness? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2020 from Dada BhagwanYour question is very healthy for two reasons: 1.You are clear in your mind as to what kind of happiness you would want to have; and 2.You have shown the initiative to look for ways to regulate i.e. intentionally cause the neurotransmitters to flow, rather than wait for such events to happen ...
Views: 387 - How can one find meaning in their Suffering if there is no specific reason for it? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2024 from Dada Bhagwan“Every action has an equal and opposite reaction”. This is not only Newton’s Third Law of Motion, but it also reflects the fundamental truth regarding suffering. What is suffering? Simply put any stress or distress on our mental and physical well-being can be regarded as suffering. The ...
Views: 163 - How can one find peace after losing someone very close to us? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2020 from Dada BhagwanParting is always painful! But love demands that we hold the person we love very gently such that we allow things to flow. Our Love for the Person Who We Love Far Exceeds Our Need for That Person Agree?! When we love someone very dearly, we are always bothered about that person and not ...
Views: 522 - How Can One Follow a Positive Thought Pattern? - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2019 from Dada BhagwanWhen you see a rose bud, a bloomed lotus, a drop of rain on a jasmine flower, a smiling new-born baby, a 2-week-old small puppy, a God’s picture or a cancer survivor with 100% strength, it brings an instant smile on your face and graces you with positivity, isn’t it? One naturally gets ...
Views: 497 - How can one get rid of emotional attachments? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2020 from Dada BhagwanHumans are emotional beings. We often use our emotions, in conjunction with our intellect, to make sense of the world around us. From choosing our friends to deciding what to do over the weekend, we exercise the option which makes us feel happy, excited, valued or cared for. But there are ...
Views: 516 - How can one get rid of unwanted emotional attachments? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2020 from Dada BhagwanHumans are emotional beings. We often use our emotions, in conjunction with our intellect, to make sense of the world around us. From choosing our friends to deciding what to do over the weekend, we exercise the option which makes us feel happy, excited, valued or cared for. But there are ...
Views: 407 - How can one have peace when there is so much violence around physical mental emotional etc? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2021 from Dada BhagwanThe Enlightened One says, “If worldly unhappiness or suffering is not there, we would never search for permanent happiness. Therefore, it is very helpful to us. Permanent happiness is not through body. It is independent of body. When there is pain, we search for safeside, ‘Where is my permanent ...
Views: 317 - How can one leave greediness strong desire? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2023 from Dada Bhagwan‘Midas Touch’ and ‘Golden Egg Goose’ - for sure, we all have learnt these fables in school or have heard from our grandparents as a bed-time story with the moral stating ‘Greed is the root of all evil’. Similarly, the idiom ‘Leave and Live’ must have visited us in some way too. But the paradox ...
Views: 250 - How can one overcome the feeling being left alone? - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2020 from Dada BhagwanDo you know when is one really said to be alone?... When one thinks only about one’s own self! When we think only about our self, when we live only for our self, we cannot see anyone else other than our own self. And therefore, no matter how many people are along with us, but we are actually ...
Views: 421 - How can one reach Moksha in today's world? - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2022 from Dada BhagwanPrincipally, only when Self-Realization has been attained, one can move towards Moksh! During the process of Self-Realization: The deluding demerit karmas covering our Soul get destroyed. The separation between the body and the Soul takes place. The understanding of ‘I am the pure Soul’ ...
Views: 345 - How can One Shed Karmas that are Bondage to the Soul - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2019 from Dada BhagwanAkram Vignan, a spiritual science provides precise understanding of how karmas are bound and how they are shed: The Soul is our real Self. Although the Self is Soul, you claim that, “I am John. (the reader may insert his own name here).” Claiming yourself to be something that you are not, ...
Views: 552 - How can one start their spiritual journey? Does everyone get a Guru in Life? - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2020 from Dada BhagwanLet’s start by comprehending a scenario… Imagine you are trapped in a labyrinth and you have no clue whatsoever how to get out of it. You try many paths, but none have worked so far. Just then a guide, who is familiar with the entire area inside out, happens to pass by and seeing you in ...
Views: 493 - How can one stop manifesting negativity and develop positive energy? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2025 from Dada BhagwanThe negative energy could manifest in different ways. Now, let’s study the ways suggested by the Enlightened One to attract positive energy amidst a negative mindset. Ignorance of the Self — Come out of it. The negative energy manifests due to ignorance and negative intellect. (Through Akram ...
Views: 59 - How can our bad karmas be nullified? Can money help? - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2020 from Dada BhagwanActually no, not in the least! In the event that cash could purchase answers for invalidate our terrible karmas, the rich individuals would make some joyful memories right now... since there is no deficiency of cash there! Regardless of what sort of and what measure of terrible deeds you do, ...
Views: 488 - How can simple Spiritual processes help individuals overcome Self-doubt and achieve greater confidence? - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2023 from Dada BhagwanIt is normal to experience feelings of self-doubt when we are faced with new or challenging situations in life. Self-doubt is when one feels uncertain regarding one or more aspects of the self. It often stems from some previous negative experiences that one has had. Self-doubt is something ...
Views: 190 - How can someone get rid of material possessions that don't contribute much towards their values in life? - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2023 from Dada BhagwanIf the ‘fascination towards material objects’ leaves, the loss in spirituality also leaves!0 ~ Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan Spirituality is the most valuable thing. When one progresses in spirituality, one’s values in life are automatically enriched. So, to answer your question, following ...
Views: 153 - How can someone with a long history of drug addiction and depression overcome these barriers and build the discipline commitment required to practice their sadhana daily? - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2021 from Dada BhagwanWhile you must continue with the medical treatment that may be ongoing for your drug addiction as well as depression, here are the two ways to overcome any barrier on the path of spirituality: 1.The Scientific way, and 2.The Technical way. Both these ways, when adopted together, give the ...
Views: 306 - How can someones energy dissipate simply with an endless amount of thought reactions and anxieties? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2020 from Dada BhagwanThere are phases when thoughts just overflow our mind like how a tea overflows in a cup! Thoughts, thoughts and thoughts! The mind is overcrowded with all kinds of doubtful thoughts leading to panic attacks, chest pain, choking, increased heart beats etc. Thoughts are something we cannot ...
Views: 550 - How can souls be immortal if they are born? Anything that is created is sure to get destroyed? - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2021 from Dada BhagwanYou are right, anything that is created is sure to get destroyed. At the same time, it is equally true that the Souls are immortal. Let’s understand how... Death is Inevitable to Whatever is Born Anything that is born has to die, and because there is death, there will also be birth. So death ...
Views: 349 - How can spiritualism help to combat the impacts of COVID-19? - by Submitted on May 15, 2020 from Dada BhagwanOver the last few months, life has changed for everyone worldwide, due to the outbreak of Covid-19. There has been an overwhelming feeling of uncertainty as the lockdown has put a hold on everything, right from personal to social and to work life too. Given the level of ambiguity and ...
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