Over the weekend, I attended a gathering of a Hindu organization that serves people across the United States. While their intentions were noble and...
Continue readingThe Types of Gurus
In a world filled with self-proclaimed spiritual gurus and mentors, how do we distinguish the true guides from the charlatans? A post I read...
Continue readingMenstruation: Is It A Taboo?
Can I do Sadhana during menstruation? Can I do Pooja or Archana during menstruation? These are questions women often ask. Frankly, these queries pain my...
Continue readingIt’s All About Money, Baby!
“My mother died when I was young, and my father is a farmer,” a young woman cried. “To help my father, I dropped out...
Continue readingImpressing Your Spiritual Guide
Do you know the most prevalent issue faced by spiritual gurus or mentors? The jealousy factor among their disciples/mentees. Even the Buddha, who preached...
Continue readingBeing An Organ Donor
What does Sanatana Dharma or Hinduism think about being an organ donor? That was a question posed to me by a dynamic young person. It...
Continue readingMahabharata and Family Feuds
“Don’t read the Mahabharata. It will cause family feuds,” said an aged relative with evident concern. I held myself from giving her a response,...
Continue readingDid I Experience Hypnosis?
Distinguishing a fake spiritual guru from a genuine one is challenging. Like many on the spiritual path, I’ve had my share of bitter experiences....
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