From the moment we wake up in the morning, numerous thoughts begin to race in our mind. We cannot prevent any thought, even if we may wish to.
It is fine when thoughts are normal like ‘Let me clean my room’ or ‘I will do this today and that tomorrow’. These type of thoughts do not affect us ... Views: 594
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I always thought self-respect is one of the most important ingredients in a personality. Anything which you yourself do not respect or value, how can you expect it from others? Moreover, right from childhood, I was inclined towards the path ... Views: 594
Oh yes!
Believing in God is permissible anytime and in every way. And be it believing in God or worshipping Him, praying to God or realizing Him, or even becoming God ourselves, it always stands to our advantage only! When we believe in or pray to God, we develop humility, which is one of the ... Views: 592
Whether lust is something one is born with, or it is something that one develops at a later point, lust is after all lust; it is harmful anyways! Therefore, it is important for one who is born with lust to look for an effective way to come out of it; and one who is wanting to develop lust must ... Views: 592
Compassion can be defined as a feeling of deep empathy for another who is struck by misfortune, accompanied by a strong desire to alleviate their suffering. True compassion arises when one genuinely feels for others, considers their problems or suffering as one’s own, and positively initiates a ... Views: 591
Both!
Individual choices and actions create destiny. And destiny, in turn, plays a role in creating outcomes.
Based on the teachings of the Enlightened One, let’s understand what this science is…
Whatever happens in this world is a result of Nature’s law – the law of cause and effect!
We ... Views: 590
Happiness is subjective, and it differs from person to person.Happiness is a feeling of contentment, pleasure or joy which is derived either from the people we love or from certain material items or favourable situations.
This feeling of pleasure stems from the associated belief that links ... Views: 589
Coming out of the Internet addiction is like walking out of a jail and stepping in the real happening world around us. The real world is truly delightful and much more natural too!
In this 21st century, no doubt Internet is one of the most important tools for our daily use. But it definitely ... Views: 589
Forgiveness - a word that we keep hearing so often in different situations. sometimes in relation to forgiving others and sometimes it is about seeking forgiveness for ourselves. Though giving and receiving forgiveness are seen as two different things; the results of both are the same. It makes ... Views: 589
Salary implies inflow of money and money is considered to be one of the most important sources to live a happy and prosperous life. This is how one perceives a strong relation between salary and happiness. And based on this perception, one develops a deep attachment and sensitivity too towards ... Views: 589
No one likes a spouse who nags constantly. When you nag you drive your spouse and family away from you. You create an atmosphere of dread at home. After a while you even forget that you are complaining, it just becomes the norm. After some time, you find yourself looking around your own home and ... Views: 588
The best thing is you want to get the thought of suicide out of your mind. And where there’s a will, there is always a way! So come, let’s ponder over how we make this possible...
First of all, why do you tend to plan suicide? I’m sure there must be some disturbing reason for it. But do you ... Views: 586
People are in search for God because, they do not know really who is God and where exactly His real abode is. Some believe God exists in heaven while some believe He resides in temples or churches. And for many, He lives in their heart too.
But to reach God, first of all we ought to ... Views: 585
One of the many things that connects us to our fellow beings or for that matter all living beings, is the common experience of pain. We all experience pain in some way or the other, at one time or another. We may try our best, but we can never shield ourselves or our loved ones completely from ... Views: 584
At some point in our lives, we all have experienced some form of inferiority complex at school, work or home with friends or family.
This emotion of feeling generally inadequate or on occasions supposed inferiority in some aspect can bring you down and depress you. All too often, this ... Views: 584
Do you know how does one get the fruit of karma (effect) in the next life? Its the seed that gives the fruit of karma.
For instance, the victim himself has accumulated the cause karmas of receiving insults from his past life, by sowing the respective seeds of karma. Suppose we sowed the seeds ... Views: 584
Depression is of 2 types.
1.From birth: This is a result of past karma and it could remain for lifetime. For this, we need to consult doctors and take professional help to get the best possible relief.
2.A phase of depression: For some reason, the ego has got hurt and the child undergoes ... Views: 583
What does Self-realization and enlightenment mean?
The real Self is full of infinite bliss and knowledge. To realize this Self is called Self-realization. The constant spiritual awareness of “I am the pure Soul” in itself is Self-realization. And the same means ... Views: 583
It is generally observed in today’s world that more and more people prefer to remain in their comfort zone. Why do we do that? What are we worried about? Let’s explore this a bit…
Very often, we do this because we do not like the uncertainty associated with the probable outcome of any event. ... Views: 581
Before we discuss ‘How would we change the world?’ let’s dwell on the objective behind changing the world.
Why would one want to change the world?
•To make it a better place to live in,
•To live a happy and peaceful life,
•To have strong and healthy relationships,
•To get things flow in ... Views: 580
Bliss is the natural state of the Soul. And do you know, the Soul is our real Self?
Therefore, living a blissful life means being in the nature of the Self!
To truly experience a blissful life, we must first attain the knowledge of the Self. It is only after attaining the experience of the ... Views: 580
Everyone prefers to be happy rather than being unhappy, sad or miserable. And there come numerous occasions in our life when we feel happy. However, all too often this sense of joy fleets as we encounter another challenge in life through unfolding circumstances. The key question, therefore, is ... Views: 579
During your late teens, your body is undergoing significant physical and mental changes and you will find yourself very emotional. For some teenagers, this manifests in different ways – for example becoming miserable or withdrawn but others may experience uncontrollable anger.
One of the ... Views: 578
Apart from achieving our personal ambitions in life, we should strive to keep the aim of ‘not to hurt or cause pain to any living being’ too. This is one of the highest principles of human life. I personally believe that I would give others what I would like to receive. I would not like to be ... Views: 578
As per the latest studies, it has been found that ‘happiness leads to success!’ This means if you want to succeed, it is important that you stay happy. Easier said than done, eh?!
Yes, success does generate great confidence and a strong sense of well-being within, which makes one feel happy ... Views: 577
Worries lead to tension and “when it comes to tension, there is mental stress in every way. ‘What will happen if I don’t find a job? Along with that, my wife is sick, what will happen to her? My son is not attending school properly, what about that?’ All of this mental stress is referred to as ... Views: 575
What do you seek when you think of pure and unconditional love? Does one truely mean ‘love’ in saying ‘I love you’? The truth is that we accept what we think is ‘love’ in multiple ways.
No one, except the Gnani Purush understands and applies the absolute definition for the word ‘love’? ... Views: 574
First of all, let’s understand what does negative emotion mean.
Negative emotions can be described as feelings which cause us to be miserable and sad. Hatred, anger, jealousy, sadness, etc. are all negative emotions. These emotions make us dislike ourselves or others, and over time they reduce ... Views: 574
Selfless service (seva) and spirituality are closely integrated with each other.
There are many interpretations of seva, but the true selfless service is above all as it carries immense benefits. For those who are on the path of spirituality and are inquisitive for their spiritual advancement, ... Views: 573
There are six eternal elements in the Universe...
They are:
1.Soul,
2.Matter,
3.Space,
4.Time,
5.Motion,
6.Inertia.
The universe is filled with nothing but these six eternal elements.
The functions of the six elements...
Illustrating the function of each of these elements in ... Views: 572
The love that this world talks about is worldly love, and that is why this world is so complex itself. This worldly love is infatuation and attraction. Where there are infatuation and attraction, there is desire. When desire does not get fulfilled, complaints and attacks arise from within. There ... Views: 572
If everyone is becoming more spiritually conscious, know that the world is all set to soon become a haven better than heaven!!Spiritual Consciousness Means To Be Aware Of The Real Self.
All along, we have always believed ourselves to be the body or the name given to identify this body, and ... Views: 572
According to the science of karma, what counts the most is one’s inner intentions. Based on these intentions, good or bad karma get bound. And once, any karma is bound, it is bound to catch you. In next birth, one’s actions shall take place in line with the intentions made now, and accordingly, ... Views: 571
Many people in this world derive happiness by indulging in activities such as shopping, beauty parlour, etc. or by celebrating events such as their birthdays, marriages, anniversaries, etc. or from personal achievements such as job promotion, new home purchase, etc.
When you give Happiness, ... Views: 571
It is commonly believed that the fault lies with the circumstances; people by themselves are good in nature, but it is the circumstances that they were put in which made them evil.
But just think about it… If that was truly the case, it would mean we are mere puppets in the hand of ... Views: 570
The biggest obstacle in Self-realisation is one’s own pride.There is a positive and negative side of pride. Positive pride does not hurt others, but the negative pride could have a great adverse impact on us, in our life and in our relationships.
Pride is an emotion which makes one ... Views: 570
Certainly not!
But yes, out of ignorance, unknowingly, morality tends to become a thing of vanity.
What really is Morality?
Morality and sincerity are actually one of the best virtues in the world. When one becomes moral, the bad habits of a person disappear. Suppose there are bars of gold ... Views: 569
Dharma i.e religion is when an element or any thing reverts to its original nature or state.
–Param Pujya DadaBhagwan
In worldly interactions, we say, “I am Chandubhai (the reader may insert his own name here), isn’t it? However, Chandubhai is only our worldly or relative self, whereas our ... Views: 569
In today’s world, where Kaliyug prevails, majority of people are ready to go to any extent to earn money and become prosperous in life, even if it means adopting dishonest means to get there!
One may:
× exert undue pressure on his old father and grab away his hard-earned money, thinking it ... Views: 568
Pure Soul has, is and shall always remain ‘Pure’ in all circumstances.The Soul is always pure, totally pure. Soul is the real Self of everyone. Whether it be a baby or an adult or a Senior Citizen, whether it be an animal or a tree or a human being, the Soul, which is the real Self of everyone, ... Views: 568
All of us like happiness, don’t we? When someone appreciates us, we feel very good and motivated. But as we know life is not always a bed of roses. We should always learn how to deal with difficult situations that may come at any time. One of it certainly is that “how to accept criticism?” ... Views: 568
Every living being is in constant pursuit of happiness as none of us likes suffering.
There are so many things that have given us and which continue to give us immense happiness in life – the people we meet, money, work, relationships, weather, our own body, our health, our pleasures, our ... Views: 568
Daily we come across a number of people in life – at home, at workplace, in school or college, etc. However, some of them become an important part of our life, so much so that they begin to seem to be the very purpose of our existence. This is mainly because we’ve got attached to them.
But ... Views: 568
Brahmacharya or celibacy is one of the most important parts of any spiritual journey. It may not necessarily be a pre-condition for beginning the journey, but after a point, it becomes inevitable.
Like with the other spiritual traditions or practices, the practice of celibacy too yields ... Views: 567
Fights between husband and wife happen due to ignorance and as a result of their past karmas.
In today’s world, the majority of couples have daily fights for years together. This is mainly because of their past karmas. In their previous life, they may have made highly negative intentions which ... Views: 567
What is karma? Karma, as a word, has been used very loosely. If you are reading this page, it’s likely that you are one amongst thousands who is truly seeking the right understanding of this misunderstood word – "Karma".
You are possibly here to understand how our intentions, motives, desires ... Views: 566
God means Power; God is the One who has the absolute power!
There are uncountable books written on this subject, and many saints and even common people are on the path to know about the Real definition of this Supreme Power; known God!
Some people are opinionated that God is the Supreme Power ... Views: 566
No one administers the law of Karma. It is natural.
Everything that occurs is a result of natural consequences and there is no higher body controlling the world. Everything that we see, experience and endure is a result of our own self-administered karmas. Every single action of ours, ... Views: 566
Yes, human beings do reincarnate as animals.
Let’s understand how, from the teachings of Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan...
Firstly, as stated in Darwin's theory, life develops to the point of a human form. The theory of evolution has validity to the extent that a single-sensed organism gradually ... Views: 565
Attain Self-Realization As Soon As You Can
The first thing you need to do is attain Self-Realization!! For details, you may check out https://www.dadabhagwan.org
Let’s assume there is pitch darkness in your house, such that you cannot see anything ahead of you. What happens to you then? ... Views: 564