दुख का मूल" — हर पीड़ा की जड़ तक पहुँचने की एक ईमानदार कोशिश।
जानिए दुख का कारण… और उससे मुक्ति का मार्ग।

🔗 https://zurl.co/ndAL9
#DukhKaMool #Osho #InnerHealing #SpiritualWisdom #SelfRealization

🧘♂️ "जीवन क्या है?" — ओशो की दृष्टि से आत्म-बोध और जागरण की यात्रा।
जो जीवन को सच में जानना चाहता है, उसके लिए यह पुस्तक एक आंतरिक पुनर्जन्म है।

🔗 https://zurl.co/YAKRO
#Osho #JeevanKyaHai #SpiritualAwakening #SelfRealization #InnerJourney #ओशो

A Person Is Not a Human — They Are Not the Same
https://youtu.be/gGjLUxqo72w
#Enlightenment #SelfRealization #EgoDeath #Persona

From Many Gods to One Truth: How Jesus Represents the Unified Psyche
https://youtu.be/GVYUjTW9GEI
#Jesus #Archetype #PaganGods #DivineUnity #HiddenWisdom #EsotericTruth #SpiritualPsychology #ReligiousOrigins #SelfRealization #GnosticWisdom #MythologyDecoded #PsychologyOfBelief #OccultTruth #PersonalTransformation #SelfMastery #UnifiedSelf #PsychologicalIntegration #InnerWholeness #DivineArchetypes #Transcendence #EsotericKnowledge #SpiritualGrowth #AncientWisdom #ReligionAndPsychology #MindExpansion

The Hidden Trap of the Mind: How to Escape Illusion and Find True Freedom
https://youtu.be/BN1dvdlxix0
#SpiritualAwakening #MindTrap #BreakFree #Consciousness #IllusionOfSelf #TrueFreedom #AwakeningJourney #SelfRealization #OvercomeSuffering #LetGoOfEgo #HigherAwareness #PhilosophyOfMind #SpiritualGrowth #InnerPeace #EscapingIllusion #Mindfulness #WisdomPath #EnlightenmentNow #DetachAndAwaken #FreedomFromMind

Had this article shared with me today: https://fortune.com/2025/02/11/ai-impact-brain-critical-thinking-microsoft-study/

I went through an array of #emotions. At first, I found it #awkward and #discomforting. I made jokes:

Wait, you mean people aren't thinking #critically and growing #cognitively because the #digitalization of the world is doing it for them....and it's making them (gasps) #dumber!!?? #AI is making it worse?? Is this #Idiocracy? 👀 😞 Am I being #punked right now!? Where's Ashton and the cameras! 📹

Then, I had a deep #selfrealization:

Jokes aside - This is a #sensitive topic for me. I talk about it in my closest circle too often. Unfortunately, I have a front seat to the steep cognitive #decline of some close #friends and #family members for years now, and it makes me sad - not because of disease or "old age", simply because of too much screen time and no new cognitive #stimulation. I see too many people purposefully avoiding nearly anything #cerebral, if they even approach them at all. I have many days where I wish the #Internet didn't exist - for a multitude of reasons, but this is a big one. I'm not trying to be "old fashioned" or #sarcastic, I'm just #disappointed in how we #humanz have grown to depend on #technology as a #crutch, rather than using it as the #tool it was invented to be. As the article eludes to, these technologies are supposed to #complement human #evolution, not #supplement it.

(part 1)

HOW CAN I FOCUS ON SPIRITUAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

#spritual #meditation #awakenknowledge #spirituality #selfrealization

CLICK TO READ . . . .
https://qr.ae/pY97lG

CAN CONSCIOUSNESS MANIFEST AS THOUGHTS ? MY VIEW WITH A DIFFERENCE

#consciousness #manifestation #thoughts #meditation #awakenknowledge #selfrealization

CLICK TO READ . . . .
https://qr.ae/pYubTb

CAN ONE BECOME A SANYASI BECAUSE OF DOMESTIC SUFFERINGS

#sanyas #sanyasi #rishi #rishimuni #meditation #penance #selfrealization #sanyaas #knowledge #wisdom

CLICK TO READ . . . .
https://qr.ae/pYkfgE

In the Self Realization ceremony, you can realize the answer to "Who am I?" This supports you in becoming one with the eternal Soul, giving you a direct connection within.

https://youtu.be/FkPqkPGBC58

#selfrealization #spirituality #mastodon #SaturdayVibes

I've always been at a loss when people ask, "What's your token animal?"

Today I realized the correct answer has been right there all along:

#TokenAnimal #SelfRealization #Psychology

"जिसे हम जीवन मान रहे हैं, वह असली जीवन नहीं है। ओशो कहते हैं, आपकी प्यास ही आपकी असली पहचान है। जागरूकता और चित्त की स्वतंत्रता से ही वास्तविक जीवन का अनुभव संभव है।

#Osho #Spirituality #LifeLessons #Awareness #SelfRealization

🔗 और जानें: https://zurl.co/NuARy"

WHY I AM UNABLE TO CONTRIBUTE

#psychology #selfconfidence #selfrealization #selfbelief #contribution #selfcontrol

CLICK TO READ . . . .
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-i-am-unable-contribute-subir-pal-astrologer-qbtrf

WHY I AM UNABLE TO CONTRIBUTE

#psychology #selfconfidence #selfrealization #selfbelief #contribution #selfcontrol

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Is there anything like some universal God inspiring all other Gods and Guru? How do the souls get developed in the process and when do they attain salvation?

https://youtu.be/RcZBVuI_4_I

#God #soul #selfrealization #trending #mastodon

Why is Moksha important? Let's get answers to these questions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLWWrFoCOg4

#moksha #spirituality #Spiritual #selfrealization #DadaBhagwan

In our quest for spiritual growth, we often seek teachings that provide both wisdom and practical guidance. The Sadhana Pancha Kama, a profound set of instructions for spiritual progress, offers just that—a roadmap for those who are earnest in their pursuit of higher realization.

These teachings, as shared by Pravrajika Divyananda Prana, outline essential practices that can help us align our daily lives with our spiritual goals. They serve as both a guide and an inspiration for anyone looking to deepen their spiritual practice.

The Sadhana Pancha Kama consists of forty instructions, each designed to cultivate qualities and habits that lead to spiritual awakening. These steps are not just theoretical concepts; they are meant to be lived and experienced in the heart and mind of every seeker.

A Glimpse into the Teachings

While all forty instructions are vital, I’d like to share some reflections on a few that have particularly resonated with me:

• Study the Vedas Daily: This first instruction emphasizes the importance of grounding oneself in sacred knowledge. While I’ve primarily studied texts like the Bible, the Bhagavad Gita, the teachings of the Buddha, and other spiritual traditions, the practice of daily study has become a cornerstone of my spiritual life. It reminds me to continually seek wisdom and understanding, no matter where I find it.
• Perform Duties Ordained by the Vedas: In my own life, this translates to the practice of karma yoga. As I write and share spiritual reflections daily, I strive to perform these duties with dedication and without attachment to the outcome. It’s about doing the work with sincerity and leaving the results in the hands of the divine.
• Turn Your Mind Away from Desires: This instruction speaks directly to the practice of detachment. Whether it’s letting go of material desires or attachments to specific outcomes in my life, I’m reminded that true contentment comes from within, not from external circumstances.
• Seek the Company of the Wise: Surrounding oneself with wisdom has been essential on this path. Whether through spiritual teachers, books, or even online communities, the presence of wise guidance helps me stay focused and inspired on my journey.

These are just a few examples of how the Sadhana Pancha Kama can be integrated into daily life. Each instruction offers a new opportunity for contemplation, growth and deeper understanding.

A Path for All Seekers

The beauty of the Sadhana Pancha Kama lies in its universality. These teachings are accessible to anyone, regardless of where they are on their spiritual journey. Whether you’re just beginning or have been on the path for years, there is something in these instructions for everyone.

For those who wish to explore these teachings further, I highly recommend listening to Pravrajika Divyananda Prana’s discourse on the Sadhana Pancha Kama. Her insights bring these ancient instructions to life, making them relevant and applicable to our modern lives.

https://youtu.be/ZV9M4wmGaVc?si=x_FYG2OLfX0DG_QD

May these teachings inspire you as they have inspired me, guiding you ever closer to the realization of your true self.

🙏🕊️🙏

https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/2024/08/12/title-discovering-the-path-of-sadhana-pancha-kama-a-journey-of-spiritual-progress/

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This is the beginning of our glossary

Pure Awareness (Atman): The true essence of the self, often referred to as Atman in Advaita Vedanta. It is the unchanging witness of all experiences, untouched by the fluctuations of the mind. In nondual teachings, pure awareness is recognized as the core of our being, the aspect of ourselves that is ever-present and eternal.

Pure Consciousness (Brahman): The ultimate, infinite reality that underlies everything, often referred to as Brahman in Advaita Vedanta. Pure consciousness is the vast, all-encompassing reality that transcends all dualities. Pure consciousness is the source and essence of all that exists. Realizing this truth is the goal of many spiritual paths, leading to liberation and peace.

Ego: The aspect of the self that provides a sense of individuality and self-preservation, shaping our identities and interactions with the world. While the ego is a necessary part of human experience, overly identifying with it can limit our awareness and lead to suffering. The balance of the ego with pure awareness (Atman) leads to a more peaceful and fulfilled life.

Mind: The collection of thoughts, emotions, perceptions, and memories that constitute our mental experience. The mind is active and constantly changing. In spiritual teachings, the mind is often seen as external to pure awareness. It is the activity that arises within consciousness but does not define the true self.

Nonduality: A spiritual perspective that emphasizes the oneness of all existence, transcending the dualistic view of separation between self and other, mind and body, or individual and universal. Nonduality teaches that pure awareness (Atman) and pure consciousness (Brahman) are not separate but one and the same, leading to the realization of the interconnectedness of all things.

Lila (The Play of Life): A concept in Hindu philosophy that describes life as a divine play or sport, where all experiences, including challenges and suffering, are seen as part of the cosmic dance. Recognizing life as Lila helps to cultivate acceptance and reduces resistance to life’s challenges, leading to a more graceful navigation through difficulties.

Maya (Illusion): The illusion or appearance of the material world, which veils the true nature of reality. Maya creates the perception of separation and individuality. In Advaita Vedanta, overcoming the illusion of Maya is essential to realizing the oneness of Atman and Brahman, and seeing the world as it truly is.

Heart Sutra: A key text in Mahayana Buddhism that emphasizes the emptiness of all phenomena and the transcendent nature of reality. The Heart Sutra teaches that by going “beyond, beyond, beyond,” one transcends all dualistic notions and realizes the ultimate truth.

Individuation: A concept from Carl Jung’s psychology, referring to the process of integrating the various parts of the self into a harmonious whole. Individuation resonates with the idea of balancing the ego with pure awareness, leading to a more complete and authentic experience of self.

Unconscious: The vast, all-encompassing reservoir of the mind that includes all mental processes, memories, instincts, and potentialities that lie outside of our conscious awareness. The unconscious contains both positive and negative aspects, known and unknown, including latent talents, creativity, and profound wisdom.

Shadow: A specific part of the unconscious, primarily consisting of the aspects of ourselves that we have repressed or rejected—traits, emotions, and impulses that we find uncomfortable or unacceptable. The shadow can also include disowned positive qualities. It represents the darker, hidden aspects of the unconscious but is not limited to negative content.

https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/2024/08/11/glossary-of-terms/

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Introduction:

Distractions are a common experience, whether during meditation or in the midst of daily activities. They often seem like obstacles, interrupting our focus and pulling us away from the present moment. However, what if these distractions could be transformed from obstacles into opportunities for deeper awareness?

Understanding Distractions as Pratyayas:

In Advaita Vedanta, the concept of pratyaya refers to objects of awareness—anything that arises in the field of consciousness. Distractions, in this context, are simply pratyayas that appear in the mind. Rather than viewing them as problems, we can understand them as natural occurrences in the landscape of the mind, much like clouds passing through the sky.

Integrating Self-Inquiry:

To deepen this understanding, we can integrate the practice of self-inquiry. When a distraction is noticed, instead of becoming frustrated or trying to push it away, we can gently ask, “Who or what is noticing this distraction?” This simple question shifts our focus from the distraction itself to the awareness that perceives it.

In this moment, awareness is present, and by shifting our attention from the distraction to the awareness, we create a space to explore the true nature of the self. This practice not only dissolves the power of the distraction but also redirects our focus to the essence of who we are—the awareness that is always present.

Shifting Perspective:

By adopting this approach, distractions are no longer seen as obstacles but as opportunities to deepen our practice. Each distraction becomes a doorway to self-inquiry, a reminder to return to the awareness that underlies all experiences. Instead of being caught up in the content of the distraction, we use it as a pointer back to the self—the true observer.

Practical Application in Meditation:

Here’s how you can apply this practice during meditation:

1. Notice the Distraction: When a distraction arises, acknowledge it without judgment. It is simply a pratyaya, an object in the field of awareness.
2. Ask the Question: Gently ask yourself, “Who is noticing this distraction?” Allow this question to shift your focus from the distraction to the awareness that perceives it.
3. Acknowledge and Shift: Recognize the distraction as a pratyaya and shift your attention to the awareness itself. This subtle shift can transform the experience, allowing you to rest in the awareness rather than being pulled by the distraction.
4. Return to the Practice: After acknowledging the awareness, gently return to the primary object of your meditation, such as the breath or mantra, with a renewed sense of presence.

The Liberating Effect of This Practice:

Integrating self-inquiry with the recognition of distractions can have a liberating effect on your meditation practice. It reduces the frustration that often accompanies distractions and transforms them into opportunities for deepening your understanding of the self. By practicing in this way, you cultivate a direct experience of the self as awareness, which transcends the fluctuations of the mind.

Conclusion:

Distractions, when approached with awareness and self-inquiry, become tools for spiritual growth rather than obstacles. This practice encourages a shift from identifying with the content of the mind to recognizing the ever-present awareness that observes it all. The next time a distraction arises, see it as an opportunity to explore the nature of awareness and deepen your connection with your true self.

🙏🕊️🙏

https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/2024/08/11/transforming-distractions-from-obstacles-to-objects-of-awareness/

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