Tag: indianspirituality
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The Caretaker’s Pay
In our pursuit of happiness, we often recognize many things we should do. Yet, despite our intentions, we run into obstacles — circumstances that don’t support us, plans that don’t unfold as expected, limited resources, or even a mind that resists change. In such moments, we can feel stuck…even helpless. It is here that a…
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Habits that are hard to break | Ajamila
There are habits that can be changed with effort, and there are habits that seem to take hold of us. We may know they harm us, yet still return to them. Some patterns become so strong that they begin to shape the direction of our lives. At such times, despair can quietly arise: I have…
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The Key That Opens the Door
Do you sometimes feel torn between doing what feels deeply right, and doing what seems necessary to meet the demands of work, family, or society? Are you able to make regular space for your spiritual growth? Do you often hear the inner or outer refrain: This is not the time. You can do this later…
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What is in your hands
Have you noticed how someone else’s negative behaviour can affect us? When we experience something hurtful, disrespectful, or unpleasant, it can impact not just that moment, but also how we feel for the rest of the day – and how we respond to others. Often, it slips into a pattern:You shout, I shout louder.You are…
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The Way We See the World
Have you noticed a simple question like “How’s the weather?” can receive completely different responses? “Awfully cold.”“Why is it raining now? It’s well past the season!”“What lovely weather – perfect for hot pakoras.”“This will surely cause a traffic jam.” Same weather. Different experiences. So how much does my way of seeing really matter? The following…
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Jwālā and the Devdūts | Disrespect and Injustice
What do we do when our expectations of others are not met? And what if disappointment is accompanied by disrespect and a sense of injustice? A story from Sau Sākhi — literally meaning One Hundred Narratives — offers clarity for moments when the mind is clouded by hurt, anxiety, and unmet expectations. The Ascetic A…