Vedanta
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Who Is the Real You?
Most of us spend our lives believing that we are our thoughts. If the mind is anxious, we say, “I am anxious”. If the mind is happy, we say, “I am happy”. We become so closely identified with our mental activity that we rarely stop to ask a simple question. Who is actually aware of… Continue reading
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Why Meditation Gives More Energy Than Sleep
Have you ever wondered why two people can sleep for the same number of hours, yet wake up feeling completely different? One is alert, cheerful, and ready for the day. The other feels heavy, unfocused, and mentally exhausted. Yoga suggests that the difference is not always physical. It often lies in something much subtler called… Continue reading
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Rudra Granthi – The Final Obstacle
The spiritual journey begins by overcoming fear. It continues by loosening attachment. But Yoga says there is one final obstacle that is even more subtle. It is called the Rudra Granthi, the last of the three great knots described in the yogic tradition. This knot is associated with the Ajna Chakra, often called the third… Continue reading
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Brahma Granthi – The Root of Fear
Most of us spend a surprising amount of our lives trying to feel secure. We worry about money, our careers, relationships, health, and the future. Even when life appears comfortable, the mind often finds another reason to be anxious. Yoga suggests that this tendency has a deeper cause. It describes something called the Brahma Granthi,… Continue reading
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When the Mind Dissolves
Why do we practise Yoga? Many people begin Yoga to improve their health, reduce stress, or quieten the mind. These are wonderful benefits, but according to the great masters of Yoga and Vedanta, they are not the final destination. The ultimate goal of Yoga is much deeper. It is to realise that we have never… Continue reading
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Vivekananda On The Infinite Potential Within
One of Swami Vivekananda’s greatest contributions was not simply inspiring people to work harder or think positively. He reminded us of something much deeper. He taught that the strength, wisdom, and peace we seek are not things we have to acquire. They already exist within us. Book Recommendation – https://amzn.to/4vfujEG Most of us, however, live… Continue reading
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Why Meditate Between the Eyebrows?
Many meditation traditions ask us to gently place our awareness between the eyebrows. For some, this sounds mysterious or symbolic. In reality, it is one of the oldest and most respected meditation practices found in the Yogic tradition. The Bhagavad Gita refers to directing the attention between the eyebrows while regulating the breath as part… Continue reading
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Yoga of Intense Action
Many people begin meditation hoping to find peace. They sit quietly, close their eyes, and try to stop their thoughts. But after a few minutes, the mind starts wandering. Frustration sets in, and they conclude that meditation simply isn’t for them. Patanjali offers a very different perspective. He explains that before the mind can become… Continue reading
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Stop Living on Autopilot
Many of us end the day feeling mentally exhausted, even when we haven’t done anything physically demanding. It is easy to assume that work is the problem. Often, it isn’t. The real drain is unconscious living. We spend much of the day reacting automatically. A comment triggers irritation. A notification steals our attention. A memory… Continue reading
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