Transform, Transcend & Grow

In a magnet, the north pole attracts the south, but in the human mind, the reality is quite different: if you think negatively, you attract negativity; if you think positively, you attract positivity. Thankfully, we have the awareness of our thoughts. By using this ability to recognize negative thinking and consciously transforming it into positive thoughts, we unlock the key to peace, good health, and happiness. As the Bhagavad Gita (6.5) advises, "One must elevate, not degrade oneself. The mind is the friend of the self, and it can also be the enemy." This profound truth reminds us that our ability to rise above negativity lies in how we guide our thoughts. Zen philosophy often uses the analogy of thoughts as passing clouds in the sky to illustrate the transient nature of our mental states. This metaphor, found across many spiritual traditions, teaches that just as clouds come and go without affecting the sky, thoughts arise and dissipate without altering the true self. ...

I recently read an article discussing India's potential to rise as a developed nation and a global superpower. The article highlighted a critical point: India has fallen behind by nearly 30 years in its progress due to the absence of visionary, clean, and selfless leadership. While this reality stings, it also serves as a call to action—it’s never too late to course-correct. Today, we have the opportunity to vote for leaders who possess the vision and mission to make India a global frontrunner in areas like education, employment, women’s empowerment, science, technology, and the preservation of Indian culture and values. Reading this article led me to reflect on my own life. I realized that I, too, have let many years slip by due to not timely empowering visionary leadership within myself. The delayed wisdom to recognize the importance of aligning my life’s mission with my core values caused setbacks, altering the trajectory of my progress. Such alignment, had it been achieved ear...

Clutter in the home obstructs the flow of vital energy, which, according to Vastu Shastra, can negatively impact relationships, personal growth, health, productivity, and career. This is why, during Diwali, we engage in the tradition of thoroughly cleaning our homes—removing clutter to invite positive energy and vibrancy into our lives. This practice is not limited to Indian traditions; across cultures and philosophies, decluttering is viewed as a way to restore harmony and create space for new possibilities. As the ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu said, "To attain knowledge, add things every day. To attain wisdom, subtract things every day." Just as we periodically clean our physical spaces, we must also declutter our minds and social circles. Negativity—whether in the form of limiting beliefs, toxic relationships, or unproductive habits—acts as mental clutter, blocking our capacity for growth and fulfillment. Decluttering the mind is a conscious and introspective proc...

The process of connecting to the self and seeking answers is often thought-provoking and revealing, yet it can also be unsettling and confusing. The challenge arises because we are so accustomed to a particular way of living—engaging with the same people, adhering to societal norms, and reacting to situations based on patterns ingrained in our subconscious. This becomes the lens through which we view life, and we accept it as "the way things are." But when we connect to our deeper, inner knowing, it often reveals truths that challenge the life we’ve been leading. In this process of reflection, we begin to ask ourselves: What is my true nature? Who am I beyond the roles I play? Is this the life I truly want to live, or am I simply following a script? What do I truly desire? Where do I begin? And how do I overcome the obstacles in my path, many of which are deeply rooted in conventional thinking and old patterns of thought? As we reflect on our lives, we often realize that mu...

Have you ever felt like you’re running through life, ticking boxes, meeting expectations, and yet something feels incomplete? This often happens when we prioritize the noise around us over the voice within. True joy and contentment arise only when we resolve the inner conflicts that divide us and firmly decide to operate from our consciousness and individuality. "When you know yourself, you are empowered. When you accept yourself, you are invincible."  — Lao Tzu Far too often, we cling to "non-essentials" under the guise of duty, misplaced sympathy, guilt, emotional attachment, or a false sense of reputation. We conform to societal norms, seek the comfort of family approval, or avoid the discomfort of confronting truths revealed by our own consciousness. Like carrying unnecessary baggage on a long journey, these attachments weigh us down and steer us away from the path of authenticity. To reclaim control of our lives, we must take a moment to pause and deeply reflec...

Hello. I am from India. I shall be sharing some realisations during the moments of solitude. When you coonect you realise, some call it enlightment or wisdom. I simply call it realisation which is not an ordinary thought process. "Happy and prosperous Diwali and new year ahead. Let's not satisfied with just lighting lamps. Light the lamps of wisdom within you, acquire knowledge and awaken all the dimensions of life. Be a light unto yourself. It is festival to remind you that you too are light."