Swami Vivekananda
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Why Expectations Hurt
Most disappointments begin with an expectation. We expect people to behave a certain way. We expect life to unfold according to our plans. We expect others to understand us, appreciate us, and respond the way we think they should. When those expectations are not met, we feel hurt. The interesting thing is that the pain… Continue reading
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Don’t Let the Ego Win
Most of us spend a surprising amount of energy defending an image. An image of who we think we are, how others should see us, and how life should unfold according to our expectations. This image is what Vedanta calls the ego. It is built from our name, profession, achievements, opinions, memories, and personal story.… Continue reading
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If I Am the Atman, Why Don’t I Feel It?
One of the central teachings of Vedanta is that the root of suffering is ignorance. We mistake ourselves for the body, the mind, our profession, our relationships, and our personal story. From this mistaken identity, fear, attachment, and suffering arise. The solution, Vedanta says, is Self-knowledge. To realise that our true nature is not the… Continue reading
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Why Does The Mind Feel So Heavy?
Most people believe they are disturbed by the world around them. But if we observe carefully, we often discover that we are disturbed not by reality itself, but by our constant commentary about reality. Throughout the day, the mind is continuously judging. It compares everything against an internal set of preferences, beliefs, experiences, and expectations.… Continue reading
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The Highest State of Mind
Most people can easily recognize when the mind is restless. We feel anxious, distracted, overwhelmed, and constantly pulled in different directions. Yoga calls this state Rajas. Others experience the opposite problem: lethargy, procrastination, mental fog, and a lack of enthusiasm. This is Tamas. But what does a truly healthy mind look like? Yoga calls that… Continue reading
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Why Did Vivekananda Recommend Japa?
One of the biggest challenges people face in meditation is a restless mind. We sit down, close our eyes and immediately discover a flood of thoughts, memories, worries, plans and distractions. The harder we try to stop them, the stronger they seem to become. Swami Vivekananda understood this struggle well. Rather than forcing the mind… Continue reading
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Why Do We Procrastinate?
Most people assume procrastination is a problem of discipline. If only we had more willpower, more motivation, or better habits, we would finally take action. But Ayurveda offers a deeper perspective. Sometimes the issue is not a lack of motivation. Sometimes the mind has simply become too heavy. Ayurveda calls this Kapha — the energy… Continue reading
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The Secret to Sharp Thinking
What allows some people to think clearly under pressure while others become overwhelmed? Why can certain people absorb complex information, make decisions quickly, and cut through confusion with ease? According to Ayurveda, one of the answers lies in Pitta — the energy of transformation, intelligence and discernment. Pitta is often associated with digestion, but it… Continue reading
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What Does “Going Within” Actually Mean?
“Go within” It is one of the most common pieces of spiritual advice. Yet if you ask people what it actually means, most struggle to explain it clearly. Some imagine it means escaping the world. Others think it means endlessly analyzing their thoughts and emotions. Some assume it means withdrawing from life and becoming less… Continue reading
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The 3 Forces Controlling Your Mind
Have you ever wondered why some days you feel energetic, focused and motivated, while on other days you feel restless, distracted or completely unmotivated? According to Swami Vivekananda, these shifts are not random. They are driven by three fundamental forces operating within the mind, known as the Gunas: Tamas, Rajas and Sattva. Tamas is the… Continue reading
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