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The importance of the rule of the 3 Gunas, the qualities of Nature, cannot be over-emphasized. Each of these qualities has both its positive aspects and its downsides, and they are functional in all life. They are continually in fluctuation and intermix with one another to create the events and ... Views: 445
Most people are unaware of a very important and harmful truth, that is, when you listen to and watch violent and negative energy shows or movies, you are emotionally affected in a harmful way. Do you realize that you have the power to choose what goes into your mind 24/7? Maybe you are a ... Views: 1576
If you have suffered from any form of child abuse, it may well have ranged from a number of disturbing events including violence, sexual abuse, verbal abuse or neglect. It doesn't matter which one of the events a child experiences, it can be a traumatic period in anyone's life. Once the abuse is ... Views: 1873
An individual reported an experience which, at the time, was unique to him. He was suddenly attacked by a virulent disease and collapsed on the floor. He was carried off to another room in the facility where various individuals tried to figure out what happened to him and what to do about it. ... Views: 273
Healing the Body Through Spiritual Force or Through Faith
Posted on October 19, 2024
We tend to believe that an individual who has a strong mental development has advantages in all fields of life. It is true that the mind has provided some strong benefits, particularly in navigating the ... Views: 309
By the time we reach adulthood we’ve had plenty of experiences and have drawn plenty of conclusions about what is either good or bad. We’ve taken on my labels, many labels have been forced up on us and we’ve willingly adopted some labels – labels such as ‘good girl’ – ‘bad girl’, ‘good boy’ – ... Views: 1738
Also referred to as the “Hall of Records” or the “Book of Life”, the Akashic Records are a giant energetic database of every person, place, or thing that has ever existed. It contains all knowledge of human experience and the history of the cosmos, and as such, this “database” is infinite and ... Views: 1834
Just once, we all want to go to visit the places where our Beloved Holy Prophet (PBUH) spent His life. Every year millions of pilgrims move towards the holy cities Makkah and Madinah, Saudi Arabia. But, before going on a spiritual journey, there are mandatory tips for pilgrims during Hajj. If ... Views: 1876
“All evolution is in essence a heightening of the force of consciousness in the manifest being so that it may be raised into the greater intensity of what is still unmanifest, from matter into life, from life into mind, from the mind into the spirit. It is this that must be the method of our ... Views: 425
“All evolution is in essence a heightening of the force of consciousness in the manifest being so that it may be raised into the greater intensity of what is still unmanifest, from matter into life, from life into mind, from the mind into the spirit. It is this that must be the method of our ... Views: 401
There is an impulse to share something that we find valuable in our own lives. This impulse is oftentimes harnessed by religious organizations or spiritual groups to become a method of proselytizing and conversion, and in some cases, it can become a situation filled with pressure on the ... Views: 633
In his play Hamlet, William Shakespeare has the protagonist proclaim “There are more things in heaven and earth, Horatio, Than are dreamt of in your philosophy.”
Particularly in the West, anything that references the possibility of past lives, inherited memories or capacities, or experiences, ... Views: 72
If we reflect for a moment on the shift from one evolutionary principle of consciousness to another, we can see a shift of standpoint as well as a difference in the mechanism of operation. Those beings who are primarily based in the vital nature tend to react based on principles of fear and ... Views: 429
It is difficult to appreciate that there are gradations of consciousness, each with their own distinct characteristics, that occur outside our normal human range of perception. We tend to see separations and divisions within our limited range, while we treat anything outside that range as being ... Views: 385
There are forces in the universal creation that can obstruct, delay or harm the development of consciousness. They try to maintain a form of status quo, or they try to protect a vested interest or desire that they maintain. These forces, sometimes called ‘hostile forces’ are a frequent topic of ... Views: 318
We have learned quite a bit about the sexual impulse. Young children are basically asexual, and it is only with the coming of puberty and the flooding of mood-creating chemicals in the system (hormones), that we become susceptible to responding to the sexual energy when it arises. Not everything ... Views: 496
Makkah is a city of great religious and historical significance for Muslims. Not only Holy Kaabah is here but also Makkah is the birthplace of our beloved Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (SAWW). In addition, Makkah houses some of the most sacred sites of Islam; hills, graveyards, caves, wells, mosques, ... Views: 1757
The truly holistic understanding of awakening is not at odds with humanness. It is not even at odds with the ego. If anything, it approaches spiritual self-inquiry via the ego – particularly the psychological shadow – because it is this that blocks out the light of infinite being.
In fact, ... Views: 2097
Pick a bit of fine art that you adore
The thumb run in workmanship choice is that it ought to be something that you cherish. Presently, to pick a bit of fine art that you cherish ask the accompanying inquiries:
- What does the workmanship piece precisely say?
- Is this workmanship ... Views: 951
There are powers at work in the world that have a vested interest in maintaining the current status. They have control, they have power, they can exult in their predominance. They do not want to see their power or influence wane or disappear. On the contrary, they may seek further control and ... Views: 94
In the Bhagavad Gita, Arjuna inquires how he can know an enlightened individual, whether by his talk, or the way he acts, or by some other external sign. Sri Krishna replies that it is not through external actions or signs that one can recognise the realised souls. The truth lies in their inner ... Views: 620
It’s dream of everyone to perform Hajj in a perfect way. The Muslims visit the sacred places of Makkah and Madinah every year with great spirit. Everyone has desired to perform healthy Hajj or error-free rituals of Hajj. Therefore, they find guidelines how to perform healthy Hajj. For healthy ... Views: 1568
The Religion of Peace, Islam that is Divine and Holiest religion after the revelation of Christianity. Its every Muslims’ responsibility and obligation to understand the core tenants of the Islamic creed and faith. The religion Islam is very beautiful and humanity lover religion; therefore, we ... Views: 955
The science of karma
It is simply the science of cause & effect
Karmas are the actions (causes) and the fruits of karma are its reactions (effects). The rules of karma are such that when you create karma, the resultant effect comes naturally and automatically. The resultant effect is ... Views: 102
The Mother provides a clear approach to transforming the vital nature. In part 1 she addresses how to gain perspective, the necessary steps involved and the kind of resistance that arises and what can be done about it.
The Mother notes: “The first step: will. Secondly, sincerity and ... Views: 522
It is every Muslim dream to perform Umrah once in their lifetime. They want to perform Umrah with parents, wives, children, and friends. But, the hardest task for them how can pilgrims manage time because Umrah takes the week or more days. Even during Umrah, they also worry about how can ... Views: 1017
If 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: 258
I have published a new self-help workbook called: Transforming Difficulties into Triumphs in 30 Days. A Story-Based Workbook. In this workbook, you can go through daily ways to overcome your life difficulties. Each day there is a story, lesson, and small action on discovering meaning, practicing ... Views: 1363
Depth of Issue ~ article 4 of 5
How deep is my issue? The iceberg metaphor
If you ask, “How deep is my issue?” then Sigmund Freud's iceberg metaphor of the psyche illustrates "depth of issue" clearly
Above the water line ~ The part we see above water, represents expressions, ... Views: 3748
This is a story of how I was able to overcome a low self esteem, and get more confidence.
Have you ever met someone who said they always knew they were going to be a doctor, or an actor, or a mechanic? These people know at like age 4 what they want to be in life. Well, I was not like that, ... Views: 1140
To learn by studying the Bhagavad Gita means first of all, we ought to rightly understand what Lord Krishna is trying to say herein. In particular, the incident which took place between Lord Krishna and Arjuna during the great war of Mahabharat.
Bhagavad Gita
The Bhagavad Gita is the holy ... Views: 306
While we are allured by the idea of spiritual experiences, or, if one looks at the popular media, the idea of some kind of unusual powers that an individual can develop, obtain or possess, we actually have very little idea about what is really possible, and how it actually occurs.
Popular ... Views: 519
In a simple world, in a simple situation, decision making is generally fast and easy. The consequences, whatever they turn out to be, are usually not considered to be related to some past decision we may have made. We reach a path in a forest that branches off in two directions, we choose one, ... Views: 11
Dannion Brinkley told the story in his book Saved By the Light. He was a mercenary, a hired killer. He was struck by lightning. He was pronounced clinically dead. He returned to life. He knew, at that moment, that he was ‘sent back’ to accomplish a task, a mission. He left behind his prior life ... Views: 169
One reason we do not have a sense of our purpose or role in the world, generally, is that we do not examine deeply our inner predilections or the trajectory of our lives. We interpret our lives based on external criteria and motives without appreciating that there is another driving force behind ... Views: 170
Today’s world provides people with both an obstacle and an opportunity when they try to follow their chosen or cherished path in life. The obstacle is based on societal requirement that individuals take up a productive form of work in the world to earn enough money to support their needs for ... Views: 189
It is only in still waters that we can see our reflection. Swami Vivekananda in his lectures on Raja Yoga, describes the mind-stuff (chitta), and how impressions, desires, observations and thoughts all disturb the stillness of the mind-stuff. He also describes methods of bringing it to a status ... Views: 182
Embracing life, in simple terms, means fully accepting and appreciating the present moment and everything it brings without confrontation, attachment, seeking justice, or causing harm to others. When you embrace life naturally, you can experience peace, harmony, and bliss.
Akram Vignan, also ... Views: 348
How can we know that the spiritual force is actually working in us? An actual experience of a force or what is called a ‘spiritual experience’ is a specific, generally short-lived ‘event’ that enormous numbers of people have had. Yet, the experience recedes and the daily life goes on, seemingly ... Views: 341
The Soul means Self
You say, “I am John (the reader may insert his own name here)” However, John is the name of the body. Who are you in this? The Self is the Soul!
Where There Is Growth, Where There Is Feeling, There the Soul Exists
For instance, if you tie pulses in a wet cloth, they’ll ... Views: 961
Once we distinguish the lower forms of spontaneity that stem from the vital nature and its instincts and desires, from the higher form of spontaneity that is linked to unification of the being with the higher spiritual purpose, the question arises as to how the individual can develop this higher ... Views: 336
We grow and develop our physical body and its capabilities. We may undertake various training regimens and refine the body’s ability to perceive, and to respond. Yet the body dies and that training is left behind with the dissolution of the body. We can see an effect within the larger framework ... Views: 355
Muslims are present in almost every region of the world. Due to a survey, it has been noted that the Islam is the most practised religion in the world. As being a Human it’s our psychology to get to know more about our religion and it is the deep interest of people that how the hell looks like? ... Views: 1329