Truth

Baba Nam Kevalam Baba Nam Kevalam Baba Nam Kevalam Baba Nam Kevalam


Baba Nam Kevalam is a popular mantra confirming the universal truth of love. Learn the meaning of its Sanskrit words, the benefits of...

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Awareness of the six pramanas is a vital step toward stilling the whirlpools of the mind. Learn how the mind functions through the lens of...

The Meaning of Om Mani Padme Hum The Meaning of Om Mani Padme Hum The Meaning of Om Mani Padme Hum The Meaning of Om Mani Padme Hum


The reason for this Buddhist mantra's popularity lies in the profound blessings it brings to the believer. Learn more about the power...

Expansion Through Appreciation Expansion Through Appreciation Expansion Through Appreciation Expansion Through Appreciation


In celebration of International Friendship Day on July 30, here's a look at how appreciation is one of the best ways we can improve our...

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You've probably heard of the Buddha, but may not know much about how he reached enlightenment. Here's a look at the life of Gautama Buddha.

Escaping the Maya: 5 Tools to Reconnect With Your Inner Self Escaping the Maya: 5 Tools to Reconnect With Your Inner Self Escaping the Maya: 5 Tools to Reconnect With Your Inner Self Escaping the Maya: 5 Tools to Reconnect With Your Inner Self


Maya reinforces the ego and separates ourselves from our higher and true selves, but how do we escape it? Try these 5 tools to reconnect...

Satsang Satsang Satsang Satsang


If your spiritual cup is feeling a little empty, you’re probably yearning for satsang. Learn what this Sanskrit word means and why it's...

Gunas Gunas Gunas Gunas


Gunas form the three aspects of all of experience and all of creation. Learn more about each of them, how they play out in your daily life...

Reality Reality Reality Reality


Explore the concepts of Brahman and maya, as well as how yoga can be used as a tool to lift the veil of reality.

Mindfulness Mindfulness Mindfulness Mindfulness


Being more mindful doesn't have to be an appointment in our calendar. Here are 8 ways to practice it at any and every moment.

Contemplation Contemplation Contemplation Contemplation


Explore curiosity, questioning and contemplation. And get practical advice on how to connect with your innate inquisitiveness.

Integrating Feelings of the Heart Integrating Feelings of the Heart Integrating Feelings of the Heart Integrating Feelings of the Heart


Our Western world places most of our trust in our thoughts - to lead from our head, rather than our hearts. However, our heart intelligence...

Seek and Ye Shall Find: The Genuine Seeker's Experience on the Spiritual Path Seek and Ye Shall Find: The Genuine Seeker's Experience on the Spiritual Path Seek and Ye Shall Find: The Genuine Seeker's Experience on the Spiritual Path Seek and Ye Shall Find: The Genuine Seeker's Experience on the Spiritual Path


Have you ever caught yourself thinking about life's deeper meaning? Or asking yourself, 'Why am I here? What's my purpose? Does God exist?'...

A Time for Reflection: Contemplate This Season for These Three Reasons A Time for Reflection: Contemplate This Season for These Three Reasons A Time for Reflection: Contemplate This Season for These Three Reasons A Time for Reflection: Contemplate This Season for These Three Reasons


There are many types of contemplative activities, but the end goal is the same: to reconnect with our true Self. Discover which...

Seeking Your Guru: A History of Gurus in the West + 6 Bits of Advice for the Seeker Seeking Your Guru: A History of Gurus in the West + 6 Bits of Advice for the Seeker Seeking Your Guru: A History of Gurus in the West + 6 Bits of Advice for the Seeker Seeking Your Guru: A History of Gurus in the West + 6 Bits of Advice for the Seeker


Curious about what a guru does and how to find one that's right for you? Learn more about the history of Eastern gurus in America and what...

Is There More to This Life? Is There More to This Life? Is There More to This Life? Is There More to This Life?


At a certain point in life, we start asking the really big questions, like 'Is there more to life than this? What's my purpose? and Why...

Yoga's Philosophy on Calming the Waves of the Mind (Vritti) Yoga's Philosophy on Calming the Waves of the Mind (Vritti) Yoga's Philosophy on Calming the Waves of the Mind (Vritti) Yoga's Philosophy on Calming the Waves of the Mind (Vritti)


In Western society, the mind is thought to be full of intelligence and knowledge. However, all of this knowledge is actually only borrowed...

Try Aqua Yoga This August, Then Soak in the 5 Yamas (Commitments) of Yoga Try Aqua Yoga This August, Then Soak in the 5 Yamas (Commitments) of Yoga Try Aqua Yoga This August, Then Soak in the 5 Yamas (Commitments) of Yoga Try Aqua Yoga This August, Then Soak in the 5 Yamas (Commitments) of Yoga


Curious about Aqua yoga? Discover what this new style of yoga can teach us about the principles of yoga and how we can learn to use it to...

The Guru Guide: What to Watch Out for When Seeking Your Spiritual Master The Guru Guide: What to Watch Out for When Seeking Your Spiritual Master The Guru Guide: What to Watch Out for When Seeking Your Spiritual Master The Guru Guide: What to Watch Out for When Seeking Your Spiritual Master


Many well-intentioned people fall prey to the passions of false gurus. Learn the characteristics of a true guru and how to spot a fake.