How to better manage our emotions
Our emotions are an essential part of who we are; without them, we would be reduced to a flavorless, robotic existence. Though they add value [...]
Creating safe zones in our war against temptation
Soldiers in a war zone can get burned out due to the stress of always being on high alert. To reduce such burnout, they need [...]
Two aspects of compassion as seen through our speech
Suppose a doctor sees a sick person and decides to offer free treatment in the form of an injection. Suppose further that the patient has [...]
How to deal with differences of opinion
As each one of us humans is an irreducible individual, we all will have different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. This will sooner or later lead [...]
Gita 02.70 explained
Next verse Krishna will describe how we can have inner happiness how we can move from lower level of happiness to higher level of [...]
What temptation can do — and what it can’t
Whenever we resolve to discipline ourselves for some worthwhile purpose, we will, sooner or later, feel tempted. To deal with such temptation, we need to [...]
How to assist our intelligence to support our endeavors for self-discipline
The Bhagavad-gita (18.38) outlines a vital life-truth: things that taste like nectar initially will taste like poison eventually. For example, when we eat fatty food, [...]
Why discipline is important — and not just for self-improvement
We often presume that discipline is something we need to adopt if we want to improve ourselves: say, become fitter, more well-read or more skilled. [...]
Why monitoring the mind is so important (Managing the mind series 6)
Why monitoring the mind is so important - Suppose we are piloting a plane, taking it on an important mission. Suppose further we have been [...]
Watch your mental input (Managing the mind series 1)
Watch your mental input - Suppose we are going on tour, riding a strong swift horse. Suppose the horse catches sight of a juicy vegetable [...]
How to deal with unending desire? – Desire management series 12
How to deal with unending desire?- A major problem with desire is its endlessness. When indulged, desire doesn’t end — it subsides temporarily only to [...]
Gita 02.67 explained
BG 2.67 indriyanam hi caratam yan mano 'nuvidhiyate tad asya harati prajnam vayur navam ivambhasi SYNONYMS indriyanam -- of the senses; hi -- certainly; [...]
What’s wrong with unrestrained sexual activity?
What’s wrong with unrestrained sexual activity? - Today’s culture glamorizes lust as the source of immediate and immense pleasure. However, such glamorization impoverishes our existence, [...]
How to avoid unhealthy reactions to unwanted emotions
How to avoid unhealthy reactions to unwanted emotions - Suppose we experience a craving that runs contrary to the principles we hold sacred. Faced with [...]
On parenting the mind
On parenting the mind - When parents decide to have a child, they know they are taking up a serious responsibility. Undoubtedly, parenting can be [...]
How to get the mind to go along with us?
How to get the mind to go along with us? - We sometimes resolve to do certain things that are important for us. But our [...]