Let’s be honest: “doing nothing” sounds lazy. We live in a world where your value is determined by how busy you are. People assume that if you aren’t grinding, hustling, or multitasking, you are slipping behind. However, the Ashtavakra Gita calls that entire story into question. It clarifies: “Stillness is not the absence of action … Read more
Let’s be honest: we all seek connection, love, and belonging. But sometime along the way, that lovely human yearning transforms into attachment. We don’t just love people; we strive to own them. We do not simply pursue success; we get hooked to it. We don’t just care about our appearance; we become obsessed with it. … Read more
Let’s get right to it: you’ve been conducting the largest deception on yourself by believing you’re your thoughts. Think about it. Most of us get up every day and let our thoughts lead us around like a puppy following its owner. One minute your brain is repeating that awkward thing you said five years ago, … Read more
Let’s be honest: when most people hear about ancient Indian scriptures, they immediately think of monks meditating in caves, Sanskrit verses no one understands, and some vague “all is one” philosophy that sounds cool on Instagram but doesn’t help much when you’re drowning in student loans or stressed out about your boss’s passive-aggressive emails. But … Read more
When individuals first learn about Buddhism and Hinduism, the question almost usually arises: “Aren’t they basically the same? Didn’t Buddhism emerge from Hinduism? The uncertainty makes sense. Both religions originated in India. Both discuss karma, rebirth, liberation, and meditation. Both employ Sanskrit or Pali words. However, Buddhism and Hinduism are not identical twins; rather, they … Read more
When we talk about Indian spirituality, the Vedas stand out like old mountains. They are some of the world’s oldest scriptures, regarded as the foundation of Hindu philosophy. However, when Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, began his quest for truth 2,500 years ago, he opted not to follow the Vedic tradition. Instead, he forged his own … Read more
When Siddhartha Gautama the Buddha sat under the Bodhi tree 2,500 years ago, he was not attempting to establish a religion. He didn’t want to start ceremonies, temples, or holy conflicts. He was attempting to tackle a basic yet universal problem: why do humans suffer, and how can we cease suffering needlessly. The quest yielded … Read more
people didn’t crowd around him because he had six-pack abs or a great Spotify selection. They followed him because he had an incredible ability to transform common human folly (which, let’s face it, is a lot) into eternal wisdom. One of my favourite stories is about Buddha and the Angry Man. And believe me, this … Read more
If you’ve ever visited a Buddhist temple, read about Buddhist chants, or heard monks repeat a prayer-like pattern in hushed tones, you’ve probably come across the words “Buddham Saranam Gacchami.” The term sounds archaic, and it is. However, it is also one of the most profound affirmations in spiritual history. It does not promise heaven, … Read more
Every year, when the full moon of Vaisakha month appears in the sky (April-May), millions of people around the world take a moment to commemorate one man—not a ruler nor a god, but a seeker who dared to question life itself: Gautama Buddha. This day is known as Buddha Purnima (or Vesak in various places), … Read more