Is God a specific thing, a particular personality or heavenly being? If so, where can we find God? Whether we call it God, the Creator, Source or any other term, there are clear signs that there must be a supremely intelligent Cause. We see expressions of this...
Vasanas are subconscious tendencies left behind from our previous thoughts and actions. They are the unseen impulses behind our habits that determine how we think, feel, speak and act. Vasana (pronounced vaa-sa-naa) is a Sanskrit word that means, “tendency.” We are...
What is inner maturity? It is an ability to meet challenges both big and small with mental and emotional poise. It comes from gaining wisdom from learning about life and applying that knowledge to respond efficiently to situations, while keeping your emotions in...
What would you consider success in meditation? Since the practice of meditation involves silencing the mental chatter, success in meditation could mean being able to quiet and calm the mind—at least for the duration of your practice. But don’t you want much more?...
To live a meaningful life, we must have a vision and goal. According to the spiritual masters of Vedanta, we are essentially pure spirit expressing through human form. The main purpose of life is to realise this higher Self. To help us reach this goal, the ancient...