Living in the Present
Have you heard a common quote? “Live in the present.” Read the quote again. Think about …
Tug of War: A Battle Beyond Strength
Tug of war is an ancient game where two teams pull a rope in opposite directions to determine which …
Looking Back with Gratitude: My 2024 Reflections
Today, December 30, 2024, as I reflect on this transformative year, my heart is brimming with gratit…
Mastering Anger: Simple Steps for Inner Peace
For most people, getting angry is not seen as a weakness. We often think anger is just a natural par…
The Soul and the Vehicle: Life Lessons from Insurance and Inspections
1. The Car Lease Experience Two years ago, I leased an Alcazar—a 7-seater premium SUV priced at…
The Greatest Experience of Life
My Gurudeva taught us a profound truth: we should neither fear death nor look forward to it.&nb…
A Divine Journey: Pilgrimage to Malaysia
In 2023, our family embarked on a spiritual journey to Malaysia to seek the blessings of our Guru,&n…
Clairvoyants: A Nostalgic Journey Back to College Days
In 1998, my classmates unanimously named our class The Clairvoyants. It felt special, like naming a …
Ancient Wisdom and Modern Practices: The Story of Fasting
In the great epic Mahabharata, Bheema’s name stands out—not just for his immense strength…
Maha Sivarathri: A Night of Grace
Maha Sivarathri, the great night of Siva, holds a special significance. Rishis and gurus have taught…
Rudrakshas: God Siva’s Happy Tears
Rudrakshas are known as God Siva’s happy tears, born from the pure love and devotion of his follower…
The Catalyst to True Happiness: My Journey with Art of Living
My Introduction to Art of Living I am deeply grateful to the Art of Living for being the first catal…
My Journey with Reiki
In 1998, while studying for my diploma, my paternal uncle introduced us to something intriguing. He …
Eligibility for Marriage: Emotional Maturity Over Material Wealth
Life is a tapestry of stories, and mine is no exception. Through infatuations, sacrifices, and a hap…
Marriage: A Union of Souls and Families
The True Purpose of Marriage Marriage is much more than the union of two souls; it is the harmonious…
Mindfulness in a Noisy World: Reflections from a Flight
An Encounter in the Sky On a recent flight from Pune to Bangalore, I met an interesting passenger—a …
Dogs, Chases and Life Lessons
It was a dark night in 2001. After working late at the office, around 12:30 a.m., I was riding my be…
Programming: A Beautiful Art and a Spiritual Reflection
Software programming is a beautiful art. It’s far more than copying, pasting, and running code…
The Guru’s Grace: A Guide to the Right Path
In our sacred lineage, the Nandinatha Sampradaya of the Kailasa Parampara, a strict daily routine is…
Prayer for better medical service, not a Business of medicine
There were a few experiences I have had—seeing my own family and close relatives go through the proc…
The Importance of Unity in Families
My Gurudeva emphasizes the importance of unity in the Indian family system and how closely families …
The Richness of Indian Celebrations
Indian culture is vibrant and diverse, with celebrations observed on a grand scale. From Ganesha Cha…
World is an ashram
“The quote “The world is an ashram” was given by our Paramaguru, Siva Yogaswami of…
Health, Habits, and Karma: Lessons for a Balanced Life
Karma is one of the most fundamental truths of life—the law of cause and effect. What we give to the…
The Mango of Wisdom: A Story About Choices and Priorities
We’ve all heard the famous story of Lord Ganesha and Lord Muruga arguing over a mango. This story, t…
Māladharana vs. Mangalasutra: Symbols of Purpose and Connection
Before someone embarks on the Sabarimala pilgrimage, they wear the mala dharana, marking the be…
The Tale of Accountability: A Lesson from Lord Yama
This is a story I came across that offers both humor and wisdom. It narrates a conversation between …
Ganesha Puja
When is your birthday? Do you celebrate it based on the calendar date or your star sign? In Hindu tr…
Divine Dance: Lord Ayyappa
Swamiye Saranam Ayyappa: The Lord Who Removed All My Doubts Until I attained Siva Consciousness in 2…