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2026-03-17T02:00:58+00:00

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Awakening Through Inquiry – Power of Questioning (Part 2)

Last updated on: March 17, 2026 at 2:00 am By Shweta Goyal

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Arjuna’s Question and the Psychology of Collapse One of the most psychologically precise moments in spiritual literature appears not in a moment of strength, but in a moment of collapse. At the beginning of the Bhagavad Gita, Arjuna—one of the greatest warriors of his time—breaks down. This is not hesitation.This is not mild doubt.This is a complete psychological disruption. His hands tremble.His mouth dries.His body weakens.His mind becomes overwhelmed with conflicting thoughts. He looks at the battlefield and no longer... Read more

2026-02-24T02:40:56+00:00

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Awakening Through Inquiry: The Power of Questioning (Part 1)

Last updated on: February 24, 2026 at 2:40 am By Shweta Goyal

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Awakening the Buddhi in an Age of Psychological Overload Human beings are taught what to think long before they are taught how to think. From childhood, answers surround us. We are told who we are, what success means, what failure means, what God is, what our purpose should be. These answers come from loving parents, well-meaning teachers, cultural traditions, and social expectations. They provide structure and orientation. They help us function in the world. But they also create something subtler:... Read more

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2026-02-03T01:11:56+00:00

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The Vedas Aren’t Science — But They Still Surprise Us

Last updated on: February 3, 2026 at 1:11 am By Shweta Goyal

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The Vedas have puzzled readers for centuries—not because they are obscure, but because they refuse to speak in the language we expect. They do not present arguments in linear prose or explain phenomena through equations. Instead, they sing. They speak in hymns, symbols, paradoxes, and images so fluid that they resist being pinned down to a single meaning. Rivers become teachers. Fire becomes intelligence. The universe is imagined as a womb, an egg, a rhythm, a sacrifice. For modern readers... Read more

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2025-11-26T02:31:13+00:00

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The Inner Architecture of a Peaceful Mind (Part 3)

Last updated on: November 26, 2025 at 2:31 am By Shweta Goyal

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“Endowed with these qualities, the seeker becomes fit for the highest peace.”— Bhagavad Gita 12:20 Part 3 brings us to the final set of divine qualities — the qualities that refine the ego, purify intention, and anchor the seeker in unwavering peace. These are not outer behaviours but inner transformations. When lived sincerely, they change the very climate of the mind. 21. Tyāga — Renunciation of Doership Tyāga is not about abandoning responsibilities; it is about releasing the inner whisper... Read more

2025-11-26T02:32:09+00:00

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The Inner Architecture of a Peaceful Mind (Part 2)

Last updated on: November 26, 2025 at 2:32 am By Shweta Goyal

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“He whose faith is firm, whose heart and mind are devoted, who has subdued his senses—he attains peace.” — Bhagavad Gita 4:39 11. Dhrida Nischaya — Steadfast Resolve Conviction is the bridge between intention and transformation. Dhrida Nischaya means... Read more

2025-11-11T22:44:16+00:00

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The Inner Architecture of a Peaceful Mind (Part 1)

Last updated on: November 11, 2025 at 10:44 pm By Shweta Goyal

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“These qualities are born of the divine nature and lead to freedom.” — Bhagavad Gita 16:5 The Blueprint of Divine Mental Health In the sixteenth chapter of the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna describes thirty-five daivi sampatti — divine qualities that illuminate the path to freedom. These are not mere virtues to memorize but psychological states to embody. Each quality represents an inner posture of the mind that transforms how we think, feel, and live. In Bhagavad Gita, these divine qualities become... Read more

2025-09-18T23:12:37+00:00

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Conversations with the Devil: Through the Eyes of AI

Last updated on: September 18, 2025 at 11:12 pm By Shweta Goyal

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It began as a playful experiment. One evening, I was scrolling through reels when I saw someone ask ChatGPT a strange question: “If you were the devil, what would you do?” The answer caught my attention. It wasn’t silly or cartoonish—it was sharp, unsettling, and almost philosophical. Curious, I decided to type the same question myself. What I received surprised me. There were no mentions of horns, fire, or pitchforks. Instead, the response spoke of subtle tricks of the mind,... Read more

2025-09-12T02:54:23+00:00

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Resilience Wears a Dhoti: The Bihar You Forgot

Last updated on: September 12, 2025 at 2:54 am By Shweta Goyal

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Too often, Biharis are met with prejudice.We have all heard it in casual conversations or careless jokes:“He is Bihari—he doesn’t know anything.”“If a theft happens, it must be a Bihari.” These stereotypes flow easily from our lips, repeated so often that they sound like common sense. But what if we are wrong? What if what we dismiss as backwardness is, in fact, resilience? What if behind every cracked voice, every calloused hand, and every weary face, there lies a story... Read more

2025-08-21T02:26:05+00:00

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Pratyaksha: Lighting the Path of Direct Experience

Last updated on: August 21, 2025 at 2:26 am By Shweta Goyal

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What do you trust more—scripture, science, or your own experience?This is not a new question. Over 2,000 years ago in India, the Cārvāka philosophers wrestled with the same dilemma. They insisted that pratyakṣa—direct perception—was the only true lamp of knowledge. Today, in a world divided between blind faith and rigid skepticism, perhaps their forgotten wisdom still has something to teach us. The Ancient Dialogue In the bustling city of Kashi, tradition tells of a gathering where the ancient teacher Cārvāka... Read more

2025-07-21T07:20:46+00:00

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When the Guru Forgives: A Journey from Anger to Awakening

Last updated on: July 21, 2025 at 7:20 am By Shweta Goyal

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Guru Purnima is a sacred day dedicated to honouring the Guru, the one who dispels darkness and guides the seeker toward truth, light, and self-realization. In Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, this day holds immense significance. It is not only a day of offering gratitude but also a day of deep inner reflection, letting go, and forgiveness—qualities that are essential for spiritual growth. At its core, Guru Purnima is not about worshipping a person—it is about awakening the Guru within, by... Read more

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