Speaking Tree
Be truly spiritual
True spirituality is described as being eternal, constant, and the natural way of the soul. It involves embodying the attributes of the soul and leads to the full blossoming of life. Unlike religion, which involves specific rituals, spirituality focuses on working on one's inner being and can be practiced while working. It is a way of life that continues until the end, and it connects individuals with cosmic energies and their inner true being. Those who have reached the highest level of success in their fields are often spiritually realized beings.
Rumi's vision
Jalaluddin Rumi's quote about the unity of different belief systems serves as a reminder to avoid judging others' spiritual experiences. Rumi believed that all religions were fragments of the ultimate truth, and by embracing this idea, we can achieve peaceful coexistence and eliminate discrimination. By accepting and learning from each other's differences, we can create a world without prejudice or division. Rumi's vision of universal unification can lead to a more harmonious and egalitarian society.
All of us are good
What do you do if you are jealous of other people? 1: Know that the person has done some good karma in the past and they are now reaping the fruit. 2: Take it as an inspiration to gain merit now. 3: Create a sense of belongingness with them. See that they are a part of you. 4: Think of all you have that they don't, and feel grateful. 5: Think of so many others who have much less than you have.
Work can purify you
Work is not an end in itself; it is only a means. Work is a means to self-purification. And that self-purification will come about only if I work and accept whatever result the Super Power sends me.
The virtue of patience
What is it that Patience expects of us? It expects one to have perseverance. To not give up. To have the courage to work hard. Patience means that one understands that there are no short cuts to success; it means confidence in one's abilities. Patience means faith in a greater power - a power that gives one mooring to go through the turbulent sea of life; it also means trust. Trust will not make the mountain smaller, but it will make the climb easier.
Ability to perform
The mindset we adopt influences our performance. We can adopt an attitude of pessimism, optimism or realism. Of the three, the realist has the right and most sensible attitude. He responds to the situation with a clear head and an even clearer sense of purpose, doing his utmost, whatever it entails and whenever it must be done. The optimist does little or even nothing because he does not see the problem.
Fierce and feminine
Feminine Energy, often viewed as Divine Energy, is associated with Shakti in Hindu tradition, Tara in Buddhism, and with Mother Earth in indigenous cultures that invoke nature.
Seekers and masters
How does one find such a master in life? We need not search for a guru. Our sincere demand for knowledge and guidance shall bring the right Master into our life.
The bridge of love
Service is a principle that should become part and parcel of our lives. The centre of selfless service is love. Love and service are not two; they are eternally united like a flower and its fragrance. Amma knows it is not easy to serve others selflessly, but we must try.
Imperfection And Peace
Freeing oneself from the obsession for perfection can be so liberating that joy and peace become well within one's grasp.
No-anger zones
Establishing no-anger zones as a personal discipline creates a space for peaceful and open communication. It lets us conserve physical and emotional energy and, thereby, boost inner power.
Ganesh and Ved Vyas
As we celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi, let's not be afraid to seek help and build friendships.
Karma & destiny
What you are doing today is added to your karma bank and it becomes your future destiny. The fruits of the previous karma that you are getting today are your present destiny. So, in a way you are creating your own destiny. Whatever actions you performed in the past, you are experiencing their results now. And the pending karma which you have not experienced yet, is called destiny. Can we change our destiny? Can you change the way you do your karma? Absolutely, you can.
Aspire for the best
Excellence in any field is an ever- evolving process. One must uplift one's standards to the supreme heights. Only then can one create or produce something immortal.
Concentrate on the self
We must have concentration in all our thoughts, words and deeds to be successful in all our undertakings. This concentration, which is a part of yog, will restrict us from harming others because at that time, viveka, power of discrimination, will operate and we will decide to do good and avoid evil. Let us concentrate on the Self. Concentration is the panacea for evil actions.
Being friendly
Friendliness is unlimited because it is not dependent on the other; it is absolutely your own flowering.
