My earlier two articles on Altruism were a bit one sided and so I am writing a third to complete the picture. I am assuming you have read my earlier two articles. Links are below I will again be referring to Osho and his teachings. The following concepts were gleaned from his book, And the […]
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More on Altruism
This is the second of three articles that I am writing on Altruism. I am quoted a reader who commented on one of my articles by saying: Be content, and automatically you will see beyond yourself and make yourself useful to others, even if they are your family or those who come indirectly into your […]
On Altruism or Selflessness
I would like to write a couple of articles on Altruism and explain a couple of viewpoints. The meaning of the word altruism is: disinterested and selfless concern for the well-being of others A person I respect highly sent me this comment on spirituality: Be content, and automatically you will see beyond yourself and make […]
How to free yourself of Morbid Thoughts
The topic of this article is how to free yourself of anxiety and morbid thoughts. This may be of use to senior persons and people suffering from serious ailments. I have myself been prone to morbid thoughts and anxiety for some time. I tried a contemplation of death exercise some years back when I was […]
Be Happy Now
What is meant by being pure? According to Rumi it is being filled with lust and greed and other wantings. Here is an extract from one of his poems: No one is grown up except those free of desire.God says: “the world is a play, a children’s game and you are the children.” God speaks […]
The Cause of Religious Persecutions
A cousin of mine and I were discussing religion. I take spirituality seriously and told him that all religious traditions have produced enlightened mystics. “By their fruits shall you know them”, as the Bible says. My cousin countered by pointing out that there have been many wars fought over religion and millions of innocent people […]
A Cure for Loneliness
I remember I started my journey of exploring Eastern Spirituality by reading Eckhart Tolle’s book, The Power of Now. Now almost 20 years later I have gone back to reading that book again. It has been an interesting journey with some memorable highs. But although I have grown in some ways I also regressed when […]
The Importance of Integrity
What is Integrity and why is it important? I will start by saying that if you are looking for a job or career then integrity (whatever it means) is very important. I was job hunting some time back and one friend I knew called me and said that he knew of a certain opening. But […]
Rumi on Arrogance
I found this gem in Coleman Barks’ book on Rumi. A true man stares at his old shoesand sheepskin jacket. Every day he goes upto his attic to look at his work-shoes and worn-out coat.This is his wisdom, to remember the original clayAnd not get drunk on ego and arrogance. Sourced from Coleman Barks’ book […]
Rumi’s advice on attaining the Divine
I am reading Rumi. Specifically the book I am reading is The Essential Rumi by Coleman Barks. Link to browse the book at Amazon India is below: I have decided to write a few articles on what I have learned in my daily reading of the above book. Today is day 1, I have read […]