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How can I find out if I have got Chitta Suddhi or not?

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on January 9, 2012 at 6:00pm

Sexual thoughts, worldly desires, unholy ideas, sexual Vasanas, anger, vanity, hypocrisy,
egoism, greed, jealousy, etc. will not arise in your mind if you have Chitta Suddhi. You will
have no attraction for sensual objects. You will have sustained and lasting Vairagya. Even in
dreams you will not entertain evil thoughts. You will possess all the virtuous divine qualities
such as mercy, cosmic love, forgiveness, harmony and balance of mind. These are the signs to
indicate that you have attained Chitta

Can a man of my type at the age of 45 enter into the Hatha Yogic practices? How can I get full vigour and vitality at this stage?

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on January 8, 2012 at 6:00pm

Yes. You must have sincerity, earnestness, faith, vigour and vitality. You must proceed
cautiously, step by step. Over-exertion should be avoided. The Yogic practices will give you
success if you observe Mouna, Mitahara and practice of Japa and meditation. Success in Asan,
Pranayam, etc., depends upon the constitution. There are different exercises to suit different
people.
If you want vigour and vitality, become a true Brahmachari from this very moment. Be
established in mental and physical Brahmacha

Whenever I try to concentrate on the Trikuti, I get a slight headache. Is there any remedy?

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on January 7, 2012 at 6:00pm

If concentration at the Trikuti produces headache, have Nasikagra Drishti, gazing at the
tip of the nose. This will relieve you. Do not struggle with your mind. Take rest for half an
hour. If you still feel the headache, close your eyes and then meditate.

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

I feel a burning sensation in my eyes and my mind is restless; and so I am unable to meditate. Is there any effective remedy?

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on January 6, 2012 at 6:00pm

It is a sign to show that your system is heated. Apply Amalaka oil or butter to the head
for fifteen minutes in the early morning and then take a bath. Take Sattvic food. Whenever you
feel thirsty, drink a cup of Misri Sharbat (water in which sugar-candy is dissolved). Take a cup
of pure cow’s milk in the early morning and at night before going to bed. Regulate your food.
Take bath twice a day. That will cool the system.

From "May I answer that" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Sw

The mind is fickle in me and the flesh is weak. Attempts at concentration are sometimes successful, but often end in disappointment. Kindly help me.

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on January 5, 2012 at 6:00pm

First of all, take care of your health. Become strong by proper food and mild exercises of
Asan and Pranayam. Observe Brahmacharya. Then destroy desires, worries, anxieties, building
castles and vicious qualities. Lead a contented life. Reduce your Vyavahara. Live in a spiritual
atmosphere like in Haridwar, Rishikesh, Uttarkashi, etc. Observe Mouna for full three months.
You can easily control the mind.

From "May I answer that" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on

Can I take Sannyas when I have my wife and young children ? Is it not a sin to avoid these dependents when they are in a helpless condition?

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on January 4, 2012 at 6:00pm

If you have intense and real Vairagya born of Titiksha and Viveka and if you have
strong Mumukshutva, you can take Sannyas. The Srutis declare: “Renounce the world on the
very day you get Vairagya”. If you have Moha for your wife and children, you cannot get any
spiritual progress, as your mind will be always thinking of them. Therefore, destroy Moha first.
Possess real Vairagya.
When you are in the world, do a lot of Japa and meditation. When you advance a bit, go
to a far-off place, live in seclusio

I am retired from service. I have fixed up my sons in service. What should I do now to lead the life of a Yogi?

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on January 3, 2012 at 6:00pm

Moha is very difficult to eradicate. It is a strong weapon of Maya. It is Moha that creates
the idea of mineness and the feeling of egoism. It creates infatuated love for children. You have
not destroyed Moha in your heart of hearts. Cut off all connection with your wife, children,
friends and relatives. Do not write letters. Go in for a Yatra and visit the Mahatmas in the places
of pilgrimage. Develop Vairagya. You have found out from your own experience that you
cannot get supreme peace and happine

Can I have mental Shanti and can I feel the spiritual vibrations if I come to Rishikesh?

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on January 2, 2012 at 6:00pm

Yes. You can. When you come here, come alone. If you come here with your company
of friends, you will create the same worldly atmosphere with all sorts of talks. Come and have
the Darshan of Mahatmas. Hear their spiritual instructions. Live with them. Observe Mouna
and practice concentration and meditation. Then only will you enjoy peace.

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 Sivanand

True love brings constant benefit.

Posted by VISHNU ER on January 2, 2012 at 3:48am

True love brings constant benefit.Expression: When there is true love, there is an expression of inner growth - not just for oneself but benefit for others too. When there is true love, there is the ability to express one's own qualities without being negatively influenced by others' negative character traits. To love is to know that what is being given is true.Experience: When I have true love for those around me, I am able to win the hearts of others. Since the expression of my love is consist

If God ordains all, it is impossible that I can kill or steal, unless He wishes to punish my victim through me.....

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on January 1, 2012 at 6:00pm

The victim’s Karmas have fructified and it is necessary that
he should die, etc. If he does not get killed, the whole structure of this creation falls
through. I am therefore brought in contact with the victim to carry out His behests. An
executioner is paid by the Government for doing his job. Even so, why should I not be
rewarded for carrying out His will, rather than be punished for doing the Papa Karma?
Hitler could not have brought on war and killed so many persons. It is idle to blame him.

God i

haappy and prosperous new year2012

Posted by VISHNU ER on January 1, 2012 at 2:41am

Happy and Prosperous New Year 2012Bidding bye to 2011, forget all waste thoughts and welcome 2012 with determined thoughts to have heartfelt love andcooperation for one and all. May this bring the consciousness of One God, One World and One Family.Wishing you the best of everything this year.

Practise The Three Kinds Of Tapas

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on December 31, 2011 at 7:00pm

Practise Ahimsa and Brahmacharya in thought, word and deed. Practise Saucha and Arjava
(straight forwardness). Try to keep up balanced mind. Be cheerful always. Keep up Shuddha
Bhava. Try these three kinds of Tapas (physical, verbal and mental) and control your actions.
Be careful in your speeches. Speak little. Speak sweet loving words. Never utter any word
of harshness that can affect the feelings of others. Try to speak the truth. Thus put a check on the
Vak Indriya and the impulses of speech.
Kill

Annihilate Ajnana

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on December 30, 2011 at 7:00pm

Lead a life of austerity and meditation. Come out of your small narrow egoistic circle and
have a broad vision. Beware of bad company. Even a sober man begins to drink in the company of
drunkards.
Be patient in difficulties, danger, troubles. Stand adamant and overcome obstacles. Have a
burning desire for liberation. Annihilate Ajnana through Satsanga, Sravana, Manana and
Nididhyasana.
Master your emotions, impulses. Be strong in your determination. Be firm in your
resolution. You will get success in e

Easy nature makes tasks easy.

Posted by VISHNU ER on December 30, 2011 at 7:07am

Easy nature makes tasks easy.Expression: The one who has an easy nature constantly thinks of solutions instead of problems. So such individuals are free from the burden of problems and are constantly contributing to make htings easy for themselves and others too. The right enviroment to bring out the best result is created

Meditate And Get Strength

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on December 29, 2011 at 7:00pm

Conserve every bit of energy within. Do not waste the time and energy by entering into hot
discussions, lingual warfare and intellectual gymnastics. Give up arguing and discussions entirely.
You will progress in the spiritual path.
Expel delusion and cultivate devotion unto Siva, the Lord of Lords, the Deva of Devas, the
Yogi of Yogis.
If you meditate for half an hour, you will be able to face the daily battle of life with peace
and spiritual strength for one week through the force of meditation. Such

Know Him In Essence

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on December 28, 2011 at 7:00pm

Lord Hari manifested in the form of Lord Krishna and Rama for the protection of the good,
for the destruction of evil-doers and for the sake of firmly establishing righteousness. Lord Krishna
says: “The foolish disregard Me when clad in human semblance ignorant of My Supreme Nature,
the great Lord of all beings.”
Do not be carried away by the turbulent senses and the influence of the Mayaic forces. By
devotion and faith know Him in essence and through His grace attain Supreme Bliss, Supreme
Peace and

No Faith, No Jnana

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on December 27, 2011 at 7:00pm

The goal of life is God-realisation. Life is faith and illumination. Faith is an important
qualification for an aspirant. No faith, no devotion. No faith, no Jnana.
Bad company, lust, greed, infatuated love for wife, son and property and unwholesome food
are the enemies of faith. Take bland, light, substantial food.
Meditate. Realise Him intuitively this very second and enjoy the Bliss of the Self.
From "Light, Power and Wisdom" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Informations on Swami Sivananda: on

Faith Is Life

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on December 26, 2011 at 7:00pm

Cultivate a very strong faith in God. Faith is the gateway to God. Faith can work wonders.
Always act with faith and determination. Be firm in your resolve and fiery in your determination.
Remember the saints and sages. Do prayer, Japa, Kirtan regularly. Have contact with your
Guru. Read religious books like Gita, Ramayana and Bhagavatam. These will sow the seed of faith
and increase it till it becomes quite firm and unshakable.
From "Light, Power and Wisdom" by Swami Sivananda (1987-1963). More Info

Angel on the Threshold

Posted by Christopher Stewart on December 26, 2011 at 7:00am

(« Holzfigur Engelchen auf Halbmond » by 4028mdk09)

you so wanted to be yourself
life had told you, « you will be saved »
but now you stand on the wire
suspicious of the road you paved

you so wanted to be so rich
that all problems you'd be rid of
life responded, « work through them first,
true wealth comes from rising above »

you so wanted to rush forward
but you were still stuck at the dam
life instructed, « don't miss the mark
you'll have to repass the exam »

you so wanted to have free time
« then why

Acquire Vairagya

Posted by Teachings of Swami Sivananda on December 25, 2011 at 7:00pm

Do not think any more of your worldly concerns than is necessary to determine your duty.
Do your duty and leave the rest to. God. Have your ideal, mottoes and principles. Adhere to them
strongly and steadily. Do not deviate from your ideals and principles even a fraction of an inch.
Remember the goal and the purpose for which you have taken this physical body. Watch the
mind. Watch the Vrittis or thoughts. Drive them. Acquire mental Vairagya, mental Sannyasa.
From "Light, Power and Wisdom" by Swami S

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How can I find out if I have got Chitta Suddhi or not?

Can a man of my type at the age of 45 enter into the Hatha Yogic practices? How can I get full vigour and vitality at this stage?

Whenever I try to concentrate on the Trikuti, I get a slight headache. Is there any remedy?

I feel a burning sensation in my eyes and my mind is restless; and so I am unable to meditate. Is there any effective remedy?

The mind is fickle in me and the flesh is weak. Attempts at concentration are sometimes successful, but often end in disappointment. Kindly help me.

Can I take Sannyas when I have my wife and young children ? Is it not a sin to avoid these dependents when they are in a helpless condition?

I am retired from service. I have fixed up my sons in service. What should I do now to lead the life of a Yogi?

Can I have mental Shanti and can I feel the spiritual vibrations if I come to Rishikesh?

True love brings constant benefit.

If God ordains all, it is impossible that I can kill or steal, unless He wishes to punish my victim through me.....

haappy and prosperous new year2012

Practise The Three Kinds Of Tapas

Annihilate Ajnana

Easy nature makes tasks easy.

Meditate And Get Strength

Know Him In Essence

No Faith, No Jnana

Faith Is Life

Angel on the Threshold

Acquire Vairagya

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