Swamiji illustrates the power of positive thoughts in shaping our destinies. Through a story he first highlights the importance of drawing our attention to the things for which we are grateful in life. Often the root of dissatisfaction and consequent mental problems is a lack of gratefulness for our many...
Swamiji contrasts the lives of two famous personalities to bring out the key factor that defines a successful life. We could be blessed with every facility in the world and yet become failures. On the other hand, we could be underprivileged and still make our life a roaring success! Strangely...
Swamiji inspires us through delightful Hanuman Leelas from the Sunderkand portion of the Ram Katha, to perfect our devotion and service to God. Hanuman ji enthusiastically and skillfully serves Lord Ram overcoming any obstacles that lie in his path of devotion and service. He has a fondness for hearing Ram...
Swamiji describes in words drenched with devotion, the Ram Sita Milan or the first meeting of Lord Ram and Sita ji. Their sweet meeting takes place during the sojourn of Ram and Lakshman along with Sage Vishwamitra to the land of Mithila, where preparations are underway for the Sita Swayamvar....
Swamiji reveals that lamenting the past prevents us from focusing on and making progress in the present because the mind can only be attached to one thing at a time. It is therefore important that we actively exercise our ability to choose our thoughts when affected by lamentation. This is...
Swamiji answers based on Vedic scriptures, the most common spiritual questions asked by seekers. Having the correct knowledge is crucial for success on the spiritual path. Genuine but ignorant spiritual seekers are often led in the wrong direction, sometimes for years, due to incomplete or incorrect knowledge in these areas:...
Swamiji reveals that despite our seemingly different personalities and ambitions, we all really have just one goal in life. We often feel that despite having it all, life is not fulfilling, as it lacks meaning. Knowing why we want the things we want, enables us to find meaning and clarity...
Swamiji talks about the meaning of OM and the power of chanting names of God. According to the Vedic scriptures all of creation unfolded from sound. Before God created the elements – earth, water, fire, air, sky, he created sound. That sound is OM – the whole universe vibrates with this sound....
Swamiji reveals to us that success is achieved through vigorous effort. He reminds us through a personal story that we need to eliminate laziness from the inside. This is especially true of the spiritual journey which is fraught with many challenges and not immediately fruitful. Apply Vigorous Effort Despite Challenges...