Is Buddha the incarnation of Vishnu? Let’s talk about it honestly. “Truth does not belong to anyone. It only waits for someone who is ready to notice it. The internet enjoys a good discussion, and this one has been ongoing for centuries: Was Buddha an avatar of Vishnu? Depending on who you ask, you will … Read more
Every few years, someone on the internet claims that the Buddha is a myth. You’ll witness crazy theories, conspiracy movies, and historical “experts” asserting things like, “There’s no proof he actually existed.” So let’s settle this gently and without drama. Did the Buddha, who founded one of the world’s most peaceful religions, truly exist? Historical … Read more
When people talk about Buddhism and Hinduism, it’s easy to group them together because they both originated in India and talk about karma, reincarnation, and freedom. But if you’ve ever wondered which came first, the answer is simple: Hinduism is considerably older. The long answer? It’s a captivating tale of progress, revolt, and rediscovery. The … Read more
When you think about Buddhism and Hinduism, they may appear to be siblings from the same ancient Indian soil, sharing meditation, karma, and the desire for nirvana. But look closer, and you’ll notice a calm storm between them. The confrontation between Buddhism and Hinduism was not a battle of weapons; rather, it was a battle … Read more
Did the Buddha believe in rebirth? Yes, but not in the sense most people imagine. It wasn’t about dying as a person and returning as a cat, bird, or celebrity in the next life. Buddha’s view of rebirth was far more profound, psychological, and brutally honest about how our wants impact every instant, not just … Read more
After reaching enlightenment under the Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, Siddhartha Gautama—now known as the Buddha—did not flee to the mountains or conceal his wisdom. Instead, he went for miles to a tranquil forest near Varanasi known as Sarnath. In the Deer Park, Buddha delivered his first sermon, the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta, which means “Setting the … Read more
Silent Mornings: A Routine Designed for Mukti, not Just Productivity Most morning routines discuss achievement, hustling, and productivity. However, if you remember—truly remember—that your highest goal is Mukti, Atma, or Enlightenment, your morning cannot be limited to coffee and to-do lists. It must be about going home to yourself. Before the world enters your head, … Read more
Why Spiritual Communities Matter (When Life Feels Messy) Motivational videos cease working, meditation applications become ineffective, and everything within you becomes noise. I was right there, living a third-class existence by my own definition. Helpless. Emotionally weak. Everything distracts me, and I’m not devoted to anything. One night, perusing around YouTube like any other defeated … Read more
And Why the Wisest Thing You’ll Ever Do Could Be “Doing Nothing” Lao Tzu would have scoffed at our current infatuation with “grind culture.” He’d look at your productivity calendar, your 5 a.m. daily routine, your gym selfies, and remark, “You’re trying too hard, my friend.” That is the heart of Lao Tzu’s philosophy: stop … Read more
“If you can live without killing, why choose killing?” — Osho Osho never fit nicely into anyone’s spiritual box. He was too truthful for the saints, too rebellious for the moralists, and too perceptive for the blind believers. And when it came to non-vegetarian cuisine, he didn’t deliver the same clichéd sermon as other gurus … Read more