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Peace, cheerfulness, contentment, dispassion, fearlessness and an unperturbed state of
mind under all conditions indicate that you are advancing in the spiritual path.
Spiritual progress is not measured by Siddhis or powers, but only by the depth of your
bliss in meditation.
These are sure tests of your spiritual progress:
Is your interest in inner spiritual activity and outer Sadhana increasing day after day?
Does spiritual life mean to your consciousness a matter of great delight, a delight far
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When one rises to the state of Samadhi, he does not make the mistake of doubting as to
whether it is lower or higher or the highest. He knows what it is without doubt, quite naturally.

From "May I answer that" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on the Website of Divine Life Society, Photographs of Swami Sivananda, German Pages on Swami Sivananda
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The Bhagavad Gita is more comprehensive and detailed in the exposition of the
philosophy and teachings of Sri Krishna. Rather, it is a magnum opus among the scriptures of
the Hindus, and so, in substance and scope, it is more important than the Uttara Gita, also of Sri
Krishna. But please note that there are many Gitas, such as Anu Gita, Avadhuta Gita and so on,
all of which are helpful to the spiritual aspirant. Yet, among all Gitas¾quite a few dozens of
them, major and minor¾, the Bhagavad Gita is
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Sarvangasan, Matsyasan, Sirshasan, Padahastasan, Halasan, Paschimottanasan and
Chakrasan, coupled with Yoga Mudra and Viparitakarani Mudra, help quite a lot to keep up
bodily poise and tension. All these need not necessarily be taken up simultaneously. Whichever
of these are found convenient can be practiced, along with Pranayam, within the boundary limits
of health and not overriding the limitations of her sex. A lover of Yoga - male or
female - should have restricted carnal desires.

From "May I answ
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fulfillment of certain deep-rooted desires which are otherwise difficult to fulfil in this life?

Death need not necessarily place one in a more conducive environment in the next birth.
That depends upon the quality of man’s actions during the present birth as well as in the remoter
past. It is true that our desires guide our future births to a great extent.Death need not necessarily place one in a more conducive environment in the next birth.
That depends upon the quality of man’s actions during the
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Your life-mission is absolute dedication of all your faculties to the Lord, and not to be
curious to know how He is to make use of you. It is not for nothing that He has hidden from our
view His higher purposes. Our little mind cannot reason out the meanings of events which He
brings to pass. So He does not take off the veil nor need we be curious to know. Surrender
yourself to Him completely. He has already chosen you and He will give you commissions from
time to time. Carry them out unselfishly and
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my knowledge of ayurvedam yoga

Asana means holding the body and poise to the mind. The practice of asana brings stability to the body and poise to the mind. The practice of asana brings purity in srotasas, firmness to the body and the mind. Pranayama (Breath Control): The literal meaning of Pranayama is Breath Control. The aim of practicing Pranayama is to stimulate, regulate and harmonize vital energy of the body. Just as a bath is required for purifying the body, so also Pranayama is required for purifying the mind. Pratyah

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He has not the idea of Bhokta, Bhoga and Bhogya (enjoyer, enjoyment and enjoyable).
The eating of a mango will not produce any Samskara in him. He will not think again at a certain
time, “I ate a delicious mango at Mr. Raman’s bungalow last year”. He has not the Kama
Sankalpa. He is free from the Bhav, “Aham Bhokta” or “I am enjoyer”. He is aware of the
hunger. He is aware that hunger is the Dharma of the Pranamaya Kosha and that something or
the other should be thrust inside the stomach to appease t
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Salutations to Lord Krishna, the Supreme Lord, who is the Indweller of our hearts, who is Existence Absolute, Knowledge Absolute, Bliss
Absolute,
who is the Soul of this universe, who bestows Immortality on His
devotees,
who is the source for everything and who took a human form for the
benefit
of the gods and His devotees, to destroy wickedness and to establish
righteousness.


I bow to that Para Brahman, the Supreme Self, from whom is born this mysterious universe, by whom alone it is upheld, and in who

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« In The Vortex » is an energetic instrumental put together while toying with ideas leftover from « Informaëlstrom » and « Leftoverturned. »

The intent here was to communicate the experience of feeling enthusiastic and determined despite being faced with a demanding or overwhelming challenge.

The title refers to Esther Hicks' concept of the vortex, or to be more precise, to the experience of being in that vortex, a state of mind characterized by purposeful joy and focused forward motion.

The demo i

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Mental Tensions

Mental Tensions

Mental tension is the cause of the crimes in the world. Many diseases are also due to psychological imbalance, nervous strain and hypertension. In order to feel relaxed, some people, now-a-days, take tranquilisers, smoke marijuana or use LSD drugs but this does not provide them with a lasting relief. Rather, these things have harmful effects on man's mental faculties and they make him a slave of the urge to take them again and again. It has now been demonstrated that the best cour

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This is an age-old question, as old as the world itself. The great Bhishma shed tears when
he was on his death-bed. When questioned why he cried, he replied that the Pandavas were great
devotees of the Lord and always abided by the laws of Dharma. Above all, the Lord was
constantly with them in the form of Krishna. And yet they underwent so much of suffering.
Some wicked persons do flourish in this world of hypocrisy, but it does not mean that
they are free from suffering. The really good souls do no
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Don’t be afraid. Remember the saying, “Even this will pass away”. Write this on a piece
of paper in bold types and fix it on the wall in your room. Difficulties and troubles are
Agamapaya. They come and go. Read Verse 14 in Chapter 2 of Srimad Bhagavad Gita.
Become a hero. Stand firm as a rock. Live in the Centre. Live in Om. Live in Truth or Atma.
Nothing can shake you. Difficulties will make you more strong and endow you with more
endurance. Mysterious are His ways. Say, “Thy will be done”.

From "Ma
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There is improvement. Your mental images are strong and steady now. Remember that
there is no barometer or thermometer to read your spiritual progress in the spiritual realm. You
are now giving only half of your mind to God. Collect the dissipated rays and give the full mind
to God. I assure you, “You will realize Him this very moment”.

From "May I answer that" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on the Website of Divine Life Society, Photographs of Swami Sivananda,
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At other times I feel that I am the Atma which is changeless and pure. I am looking for your Kripa which will certainly take me out of this ocean of troubles. Any instructions?

You are in the struggling stage. You are doubtless progressing. You will soon be
established in your real Svarup. Fear not. Plod on. Persevere. Don’t look back. March on
boldly. The goal is very near. Be a Sakshi of all your actions. You are Asanga, Akarta
(unattached, non-doer). Thou art that Immortal Atma!

From "May I answer
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However, it is claimed that saints like Sai Baba
and others, who have attained Moksha, do help and guide those devotees who seek their
blessings. How can we explain this apparent contradiction?

Realized souls, who wish to help the devotees even after they give up their physical
bodies, retain their astral bodies (Sukshma Sarira) for the sake of their eagerness to help those
that are in need of their help. But Jivanmuktas, generally, do not retain their astral bodies just in
order to help the aspirants
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Observe Mouna for a couple of hours daily at any time that suits you. Try to speak little
at other times. Avoid unnecessary conversations. Don’t talk harsh words and obscene language.
Talk sweetly and gently. You must have perfect control over speech. Control over speech means
control of mind. The organ of speech, Vak Indriya, is a great distractor of the mind. Mouna
gives you peace. It removes anxieties and quarrels. It develops your will power. It conserves
energy. It reduces the force of Sankalpa
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positive,,/negative,,/feelings..

positive..,/negative /...feeling sBy Vishnu ERPOSITIVE vs NEGATIVE FEELINGSIn today's world hardly anybody trusts anyone anymore. Many parents don't trust their children; many children mistrust their parents and even their own brothers and sisters, We don't trust our neighbors, nor our politicians. Nations often interact on a basis of mistrust as well.It is as if people don't feel they have enough time to trust; they don't have the time it takes to develop that level of trust. Nowadays, people w
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You must be frank and as simple as a child. Then only you will get the divine light. You
will grow spiritually. Even if it is a horrible crime, you must admit it before a Guru. Then only
you will get his sympathy and protection. By admitting your faults before others, you remove the
effects of bad actions. It serves as a Prayaschitta or expiatory action.

From "May I answer that" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on the Website of Divine Life Society, Photographs o
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Asana Intensive - just finished

OM - loving greetings from Westerwald. We've just finished a very inspiring "Asana Intensive" here at Haus Yoga Vidya - especially inspiring for me, as teaching always pushes me to practice a bit more intensively. I'll be teaching a similar seminar in Bad Meinberg during the last week of July.

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