Concentration
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Vivekananda on Dharana: The Science of Concentration
The Goal of Ashtanga Yoga is to Still the Mind. When the mind is stilled, the “Seer” or True Self is revealed. In the Yoga Sūtras, Pātañjali defines yoga as having eight limbs. The sixth limb is Dharana, which means Concentration. While Pratyahara is about “unplugging” from the world, Dharana is about “plugging in” to… Continue reading
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Vivekananda’s Formula for Genius Level Focus
We live in an age of notifications, tabs and endless scrolling, yet we wonder why our minds feel fractured. We multitask.We drink more coffee.We try new productivity systems. Still, we feel scattered. Over a century ago, Swami Vivekananda identified the real issue. He said the difference between an ordinary person and a genius is not… Continue reading
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Swami Vivekananda on Brain Power, Memory & Mental Efficiency
Swami Vivekananda extensively spoke about improving brain power, memory and overall mental efficiency. His approach was rooted in the principles of Rāja Yoga, emphasizing that: The mind is the source of all power, and its potential is unlocked through the discipline of concentration (Dhāraṇā). 🧠 Concentration: The Master Key Vivekananda repeatedly taught that the difference… Continue reading
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