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Post 6: Navigating Imagination and Sleep: Patanjali’s Sutras 1.9 and 1.10
Advaita Vedanta, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Foundational Texts in the Philosophy and Practice of Yoga, Raja Yoga: The Path of Meditation and Mental Discipline, Teacher: Swami Vivekananda, Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual Realization, Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of YogaIn this post, we explore Patanjali’s Sutras 1.9 and 1.10, focusing on imagination and sleep as mental events. Discover how these natural fluctuations of the mind can either distract us or be observed with clarity. We also introduce the possibility of lucid dreaming, where you can remain aware as the dreamer during sleep. Using the…
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Verse 1: The Heart of Reality — Insights from Ramana Maharshi
Explore the profound teachings of Ramana Maharshi in this first verse of Forty Verses on Reality. Discover the essence of existence as the Heart, inviting us to contemplate our true nature beyond thoughts. This reflection encourages a deep, personal engagement with the essence of reality, revealing that to abide in the Heart is to understand…
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Post 5: Simplifying the Mental Events: Patanjali’s Sutras 1.7 and 1.8
In this post, we explore Patanjali’s Sutras 1.7 and 1.8, which distinguish between right knowledge and wrong knowledge. However, rather than getting caught in analyzing thoughts as true or false, we simplify the process by recognizing all thoughts as mental events. Using Orgyen Chowang’s teachings on pristine mind and the practice of Neti Neti (“Not…
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Post 4: Understanding the Five Types of Mental Fluctuations: Patanjali’s Sutras 1.5 and 1.6
Advaita Vedanta, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Foundational Texts in the Philosophy and Practice of Yoga, Raja Yoga: The Path of Meditation and Mental Discipline, Teacher: Swami Vivekananda, Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual Realization, Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of YogaIn this post, we explore Patanjali’s Sutras 1.5 and 1.6, which describe the five types of mental fluctuations (vrittis). Learn how right knowledge, wrong knowledge, imagination, sleep, and memory influence the mind and how these fluctuations can either lead to suffering or liberation. Discover how the practice of observing these mental modifications can deepen your…
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Introduction to Mantra Yoga: The Path of Sacred Sound and Spiritual Resonance
Advaita Vedanta, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Embracing Forgiveness, Loving-Kindness, and Compassion, Mantra Yoga: The Path of Sacred Sound and Spiritual Resonance, Teacher: Sri RamaKrishna, Teacher: Swami Sivananda, Teacher: Swami Vivekananda, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual Realization, Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of Yogapractice of sacred sound, in this introductory post. Learn how the repetition of mantras—sacred syllables, words, or phrases—elevates consciousness, focuses the mind, and fosters a deep connection with the divine. Discover the power of sound vibrations in aligning the mind, body, and spirit, and how consistent practice in Mantra Yoga can dissolve the ego and…
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Finding Harmony in a Divided World: A Universal Practice of Loving-Kindness
Advaita Vedanta, Bhakti Yoga: The Path of Devotion and Divine Love, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Christianity: Faith, Teachings, and Community, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Embracing Forgiveness, Loving-Kindness, and Compassion, Faith in Action: Manifesting Beliefs Through Service, Global Wellness: Nurturing Health and Harmony, IntoTheMystic, Jewish Holy Days, Traditions, and Customs, Jnana Yoga: The Path of Knowledge and Self-Inquiry, Judaism: Faith, Teachings, and Community, Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism, Karma Yoga: The Path of Selfless Action, Meditation Practices: Paths to Inner Peace and Clarity, Mindfulness Practices- Zen, Dharma, Advaita Vedanta, Nonduality,, Mindfulness, Meditation and Personal Growth, Navigating Faith: Exploring Challenges and Insights, Raja Yoga: The Path of Meditation and Mental Discipline, Spirituality, Psychology, and Personal Growth, Synchronized Global Well-Being, Teacher: Paramahansa Yogananda, Teacher: Swami Sivananda, Teachings: Mahayana Teachings of Compassion and Wisdom, Teachings: Theravada: Teachings of the Buddha, Teachings: Tibetan Teachings of the Buddha, Teachings: Zen Teachings of the Buddha, The Philosophy and Teachings of the Buddha, The Teachings of Jesus: Wisdom, Love, and Compassion, Universal Responsibility: Spiritual Teachings for Global Harmony, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual Realization, Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of YogaIn a world increasingly divided by politics, religion, and cultural differences, this post explores the universal practice of loving-kindness, rooted in traditions like Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism. Discover how Rosh Hashanah and the Days of Awe inspire compassion, forgiveness, and unity across all faiths and belief systems. Learn practical Metta (loving-kindness) exercises that…
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The Spark Within: A Journey of Inner Awakening
Advaita Vedanta, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Global Wellness: Nurturing Health and Harmony, IntoTheMystic, Jnana Yoga: The Path of Knowledge and Self-Inquiry, Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism, Meditation Practices: Paths to Inner Peace and Clarity, Mindfulness Practices- Zen, Dharma, Advaita Vedanta, Nonduality,, Mindfulness, Meditation and Personal Growth, Raja Yoga: The Path of Meditation and Mental Discipline, Spirituality, Psychology, and Personal Growth, Universal Responsibility: Spiritual Teachings for Global HarmonyExplore the depths of Jewish mysticism and spirituality in this post about awakening the divine spark within. Through reflections on Ma Shalom Cha and Ma Nishma, discover how ancient greetings hold profound spiritual meaning—asking, “How is your peace? How is your soul?” This post bridges the gap between religion and spirituality, offering insights into Adonai…
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Post 3: Discovering the True Self: Reflections on Patanjali’s Sutras 1.3 and 1.4
Advaita Vedanta, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Foundational Texts in the Philosophy and Practice of Yoga, Raja Yoga: The Path of Meditation and Mental Discipline, Teacher: Swami Vivekananda, Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual Realization, Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of YogaIn this post, we explore Sutras 1.3 and 1.4 of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, which reveal the deeper nature of the self when the mind becomes still and what happens when the mind is caught in its fluctuations. Learn how these foundational teachings help us understand the true self versus the misperceptions created by an unsettled…
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A Universal Prayer: From Darkness to Light, From Untruth to Truth
Advaita Vedanta, Bhakti Yoga: The Path of Devotion and Divine Love, Bridging Hearts and Minds, Caravan of Love: Interfaith Healing & Harmony, Christianity: Faith, Teachings, and Community, Eastern Spiritual Traditions, Mantra Yoga: The Path of Sacred Sound and Spiritual Resonance, Teacher: Swami Sivananda, Yoga: Pathways to Inner Peace and Spiritual Realization, Yoga: The Philosophy and Practice of YogaIn this blog post, we explore the universal prayer “Om Asatoma Sadgamaya”, an ancient mantra from the Brihadaranyaka Upanishad that seeks to guide us from untruth to truth, from darkness to light, and from death to immortality. By connecting this powerful mantra with Biblical scriptures, we find shared spiritual aspirations that resonate across Hinduism, Advaita…
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