Tag: hinduism
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Standing Your Ground, Holding on to Faith | Bhagat Prahlad
Have you ever found yourself in a conflict with someone much more powerful than you — stronger in position, influence, intellect, or physical power? Have you felt the pressure to give in because of strong opposition? And when you chose not to give in — what gave you the strength to stand? We revisit the…
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Lessons from Hanuman – From Seeking Kaam to Seeking Raam
The world teaches us to compete, outdo others, and protect our turf. When we pause to reflect on the deeper meaning of life or show compassion toward others, we often worry that we might “lose” the game of life — or be seen as lacking ambition. Spiritual traditions, however, show us a different path —…
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You Can Change the World
We often talk about what’s wrong with the world — corruption, violence, pollution, hunger.But what would it take to truly change the world?Most of these problems feel too big for any one person to fix in a lifetime.A conversation between Duryodhana, Yudhishthira, and Bhagwan Krishna offers a deeper insight. Duryodhana’s Quest Bhagwan Krishna was sitting…
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The Worship That Is Worthy
How do you like to connect with the Divine?Some of us close our eyes and sit in silence.Some offer flowers at the altar.Some feed the hungry. Bhagat Namdev too sought to offer his devotion — and what he discovered was a life-changing truth. A Seeker’s Offering Sant Namdev, a renowned saint of the Bhakti tradition,…
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Raja Janak’s Teaching to Sukhdev Rishi
When we practice meditation, mindfulness, or any form of contemplation, we often face a dilemma. While introspecting, we feel calm, happy, and clear-minded. But the moment we return to our daily responsibilities, those insights seem to slip away. Old habits resurface—anger, frustration, judgment, anxiety — pulling us back into familiar emotional patterns. How can we…
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Making Peace with the Opposite: Lessons from Ram Leela
When asked to describe yourself, you might begin with details about your family, work, or education. But eventually, you’ll arrive at the values that define you — those guiding principles that shape how you think, act, and interact with the world. These values vary from person to person. For some, honesty is the foundation of…
