By Rudra Shivananda Mantra Yoga is that discipline by means of which one can attain Self-realization through the repetition of sounds or words that bridge the gap between our normal consciousness and super-conscious states of awareness. It said to be a powerful and effective means especially during the eras when the average human consciousness is
By Rudra Shivananda Too often I hear from sincere seekers that they are trying their best and putting in persistent effort but nothing seems to be happening with their meditation. It gets very boring and they are tempted to give up. Doubts arise that maybe the meditation is not right for them or maybe they
By Rudra Shivananda There are many different types of yoga systems and according to their proponents, each must be the best. This can be very confusing to sincere seekers but there may be no easy solution to differentiate these various paths in their minds. It is the nature of the mind to be confused due
By Rudra Shivanananda In ancient times the sages emphasized the development and practice of ethics above all as the pre-eminent spiritual practice. However, in present times this has become unfashionable and there is much greater emphasize on the Guru’s grace or in the effectiveness of techniques. It is understandable because the effect of grace or
By Rudra Shivananda The bow pose is one of the primary postures because it stimulates the navel center and energizes the whole body, strengthening the digestive system and promoting mental self-control. Therapeutically, it is beneficial for preventing diabetes and treating gastrointestinal disorders, menstrual disorders and obesity. Anyone with high-blood pressure, heart disease, colitis, peptic
By Rudra Shivananda Money is a form of energy. It is earned by work or some other effort and is useful as a standard means of exchange. The possession of money or material wealth is not counterproductive to spiritual progress. It is the attachment to or obsession with money that is a great hindrance. Wealth
By Rudra Shivananda Clear skies, sunny day I’m happy, sunlight and life. Clouds roll in, pouring rain I’m happy, cooling breeze. Job well-done, praise comes I’m happy, Divine work fun. Blame comes, results disappoint I’m happy, best effort done.
By Rudra Shivanananda Knowledge of reality beyond the five senses is termed transcendental. We must understand that by knowledge we should not think of some sort of theoretical information acquired from external sources but rather a direct experience of truth that permanently transforms our framework and perception of reality. A direct experience of truth transcends
By Rudra Shivananda The Anahata Chakra or heart center is the seat of human consciousness. It is the center of transition from the animal consciousness of the three lower chakras to the divine consciousness of the higher three chakras. Most of humanity is still struggling and have their base at the navel center and often