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Political Correctness is Unnatural

Political Correctness is Unnatural

We are developing an over-the-top political correctness in the world which we all know deep down is not natural. It has a certain stench about it. The stench of political correctness infects our mind, producing individuals who have disconnected from their intrinsic nature and beauty. These individuals we all know…

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An Artificial Problem in a Natural World | Book Excerpt

An Artificial Problem in a Natural World | Book Excerpt

We currently live in a culture where we believe we should know “everything,” or at least have access to the possibility of knowing everything. Our culture also ingrains in our mind that we should be “popular” and “relevant.” This mix implies that we should be a popular version of Einstein,…

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Why the World is Always in Conflict

Why the World is Always in Conflict

There is so much hatred in the world. So many people banding together based on group identification. Our fear of one another is so heightened that we lack the awareness to listen to one another and ultimately understand one another. Our personal view of life, based on our own beliefs…

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Lao-tzu’s Wisdom on Artificial and Natural Desires

Lao-tzu’s Wisdom on Artificial and Natural Desires

In the Tao Te Ching, Lao-tzu makes a distinction between “the desires of the eye” and “the desires of the belly.” He recommends that we revert back to one over the other. In chapter 12 of the Tao Te Ching Lao-tzu explains: The five colors blind our eyes. The five notes deafen our ears….

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Why the East Avoid Debate and Why You Should too

Why the East Avoid Debate and Why You Should too

Avoiding debate is a hallmark of Eastern thought, especially in countries such as Japan. This mentality is hard for a lot of Westerners to comprehend. In the West, we are encouraged to debate so that we can come to a conclusion on a matter. This Western way of thinking is…

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The Life and Teachings of Ramana Maharshi

The Life and Teachings of Ramana Maharshi

  Many people have heard the name Ramana Maharshi, but surprisingly most of them don’t know who he was and why he was one of the most important figures of the 20th century. Personally, his teachings thrust me on the path of spirituality at a young age. He was one…

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Go Beyond Everything (Turiya)

Go Beyond Everything (Turiya)

In the great Eastern spiritual traditions there is a special importance given to going beyond everything, essentially going beyond the world and even your own mind. This is the spiritual ideal of the great sages and teachings of the East. But this ultimate goal is something that frightens most people…

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The Nature of Siddhis in the East

The Nature of Siddhis in the East

The word siddhi is a Sanskrit noun which means attainment, accomplishment, perfection, power, realization, or success, in the sense of liberation or attaining magical powers. Siddhis are the magical powers or paranormal abilities attained through rigorous spiritual practice. In the Hindu sect of Shaivism they define siddhis as the “Extraordinary powers of the…

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