What light does spiritual wisdom throw on the challenges of our day to day lives? How does traditional wisdom help us deal with difficult emotions and difficult situations in life? How can we move from intellectual understanding of philosophical ideas and religious beliefs, to a lived reality that makes our lives more wholesome and nurtures our search for meaning.
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Tunda Asraj: Even if the world turns against you
Have you ever been let down by someone you trusted?Faced loss—of dignity, stability, or a rightful place—because of betrayal or sheer bad luck?Stood powerless against forces bigger than you? The story of Tunda Asraj is a good reminder for such times. The Young Prince of Sarang Asraj was the only son of King Sarang and…
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Heaven and Hell — And Our Real Destination
Does life ever feel like a roller coaster? Sometimes, everything seems perfect — we feel light, joyful, and the whole world looks bright and welcoming. We call those moments our little taste of ‘heaven’. And sometimes, we find ourselves plunged into valleys of despair, wondering if we’ll ever find a way out. Life feels like…
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The Eyes That Watch: The High and Mighty, the Down and Out
Have you ever been given the ‘cold shoulder’? Maybe you needed a little help, some kindness. But the person you asked for help couldn’t care less. Sometimes the indifference or humiliation may hurt for long afterwards. Now imagine this – What if the same person lands up at your door seeking help? What would you…
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Relationships: Nurturing our flower garden
Is there a friendship or relationship that you were very fond of in the start, but have sweet-sour tones now? Or someone you continue to love deeply, but some days, just being around them feels difficult? Relationships go through ups and downs, and the ones that weather the storms become our strongest support in the…
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When We Worry About Someone We Love
Have you ever found yourself deeply worried about someone you love — perhaps a parent, a child, a partner, or a close friend? When we care for someone with all our heart, their happiness becomes inseparable from our own. Their smile lights us up. Their struggles weigh us down. Sometimes, this concern becomes so intense…
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When someone makes you unhappy: Check the connection again
Are there people in your life—at home, work, or elsewhere—whose words or actions upset you? Maybe it’s something they say, how they behave, or even the way they think. These moments can leave us feeling hurt, angry, or disappointed. Worse, the words and memories can keep replaying in our mind, causing us pain long after…
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