Many people think spirituality means following rituals, chanting, avoiding certain foods, or refraining from physical intimacy. But true spirituality is much more than this. Before we discuss how to bring spirituality into family life, let’s first understand: What is spirituality? What is spirituality? Spirituality means connecting to your spirit or soul to find inner …
In Hinduism, Samadhi is the ultimate state of mind one can attain. Here, your mind feels a deep sense of oneness with the Source, which I call Divine Energy. In this state of mind, we realize that Divine Energy works through everyone and everything. There are three types of Samadhi, which are commonly discussed. …
For a moment, think of a machine. If it keeps running without a break, what happens? It gets worn out and eventually breaks down. The same thing happens with our minds. It needs regular maintenance to function well. And that’s what meditation is — a form of maintaining your mind. This helps the mind …
Sex is at the core of a healthy marriage. I know this remark violates many euphoric notions, but it is true. Regardless of how much love exists between spouses, the bond will deteriorate if intimacy is lacking or ignored. I speak from experience after ruining my marriage — I don’t blame myself, though, because that’s …
We see that the terms “leader” and “boss” are interchangeable these days, but they aren’t the same. They connote different meanings. Boss Versus Leader A boss relies on authority. They try to command and control, demanding compliance from their team members. They tend to be results-oriented, often at the expense of caring for people. A …
When we think of spirituality, we think of a person meditating in a small, serene hut far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It is an idealized picture, but true spirituality is a lot more practical than that. Over the years, I’ve realized that no philosophy makes much sense if you …
Everyone has their philosophies. In the Devi Bhagavatam, even the villain Mahishasur sermons on his ideologies to the Divine Mother. Inferring that Devi was blundering by rejecting his marriage proposal, he relates the story given below, which I have heavily paraphrased. Mahishasur’s Sermon King Chandrasena of Simhala had a beautiful daughter named Mandhodhari. When …
The journey of human life is all about becoming free. We are all born highly dependent, with no ability to sustain ourselves. From there, we aim for the ultimate goal of life: inner peace, joy, and liberation. For this to happen, we aspire to become independent in five areas: physical, financial, emotional, mental, and …
The vibrant clothing colors worn by Hindus reflect their appreciation of art. Still, colors are not just a matter of taste in Hinduism. They have deep-rooted spiritual and cultural significance. Nonetheless, those on the path of spirituality must remove their obsession with appearances. Hence, Sanatana Dharma-based spirituality provides stage-by-stage color codes to help them …
