When we hear the word yogi, many images come to mind. Some may picture a person sitting cross-legged in meditation, some imagine saints living in caves, and others think of yoga teachers leading classes. But according to the Bhagavad Gita, being a yogi is far deeper
If there is one defining crisis of our times, it is not economic, political, or even ecological—it is a crisis of meaning. Humans are driven by the search for purpose. When this need goes unmet, life feels shallow or empty. Earlier societies didn’t wrestle with this
For most of the twentieth century, IQ—rational intelligence—was considered the ultimate measure of human capability. It measured logical reasoning, problem-solving, and intellectual capacity. Then, in the 1990s, Daniel Goleman introduced the world to EQ, emotional intelligence, showing that understanding and managing emotions was as essential as
As we all geared up to celebrate the festival of Raksha bandhan, don’t you think it will be a bliss if you know the true meaning of Rakshabandhan and how the festival of Raksha bandhan started. As we all know, the month of Shravan is considered
This Sunday, on 03 August, my son asked me to buy a Friendship Band.Being a millennial, I was already familiar with the concept—though, during our school days, we cherished friendships, we never celebrated them formally. Out of curiosity, I decided to explore more about Friendship Day,
In our ancient Indian Vedic Sanatan tradition, Shravan Maas (also spelled Sawan Maas) is given the highest spiritual significance. It is considered the holiest month for earning divine merits (punya) and is especially revered for the worship of Lord Shiva. When is Shravan Maas 2025? Shravan
Yoga, rooted in ancient Indian philosophy, has been practiced for thousands of years for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Today, scientific research is increasingly validating what traditional systems have long known: yoga can significantly enhance overall health. This document presents a simplified, research-based overview of yoga’s
How do we understand the union of Shiva and Shakti from a non-dual (Advaita) perspective? These are symbolic concepts. Shakti represents everything in motion—everything that can be experienced or thought of. She represents the totality of all this. If Shakti is everything in motion, then a
You may have heard the mantra Om Namah Shivaya before. But did you know it’s one of the most powerful and effective mantras you can chant? This ancient chant is not just about devotion. It helps you feel more calm, centered, and connected—both inside and outside.
What is Nirvana? Nirvana means formlessness – a state where there is no shape or identity. But if you observe carefully, you’ll notice that your mind always wants to become something. About 1300 years ago, Adi Shankaracharya was asked by his Guru, “Who are you?” In
