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some fun ways to welcome the winter solstice

some fun ways to welcome the winter solstice

The winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, arrives like a cozy hug from Mother Nature. It's a time to embrace the darkness, huddle close with loved ones, and celebrate the slow, steady return of light. While traditions vary across cultures, the essence remains the same: a

days that shine in our hearts

days that shine in our hearts

Calendars are filled with holidays, those special days everyone celebrates. We decorate, give gifts, and gather with loved ones, remembering important events that shaped our nation and touched our faith. But tucked away within each year, hidden from public calendars, are other special days—ones that whisper instead of shout,

the inner compass: a journey from the battlefield to the soul

the inner compass: a journey from the battlefield to the soul

Imagine a warrior, honed for battle, ready to face any external threat. This was Arjuna, the great archer in the Mahabharata, before he encountered Krishna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. His mind was focused outward, consumed by the action, the glory, the external world. But then, Krishna, his charioteer and

a spiritual perspective on life's ebb and flow

a spiritual perspective on life's ebb and flow

In the rhythmic dance of life, we all experience moments of both low and high energy. It's like a natural ebb and flow, where dynamic and active phases intermingle with passive and contemplative ones. The essence of ancient Hindu texts beautifully encapsulates the wisdom of embracing both types

take charge and fight all demons

take charge and fight all demons

Mahabir Bikram Bajrangi. Kumati nivar Sumati ke sangi. . . . Mighty warrior, Valiant and brave, strong as a thunderbolt. Dispeller of evil thoughts, And a forever companion of goodness and wisdom. (Quatrain 3, Hanuman Chalisa) . . . Through this verse, the poet identifies Hanuman as Mahabir or Maha-vir, a mighty hero who protects against

embracing the winter solstice: a simple guide to celebrating nature's quietude

embracing the winter solstice: a simple guide to celebrating nature's quietude

“During the window of heightened energy on the Solstice... there is a powerful Cosmic Opening to the Zero Point field of infinite possibility! This means an unprecedented opportunity to tap into new levels of love, light and the Divine Blessings of the Infinite now available for you to call forth

the inner journey: wisdom from the Bhagavad Gita

the inner journey: wisdom from the Bhagavad Gita

In the epic tale of the Mahabharata, Arjun, a skilled warrior, finds himself at the crossroads of duty and despair on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Before the profound teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, Arjun's mind was outward-bound, entrenched in the external world of action. However, Lord Krishna, his

take a moment to say "thank you" to nature

take a moment to say "thank you" to nature

Nature is like the ultimate gift-giver, providing us with countless presents every day. From the air we breathe to the food we eat, nature is the silent benefactor that keeps on giving. It's like a magical friend who never asks for anything in return but showers us with

becoming a mighty warrior

becoming a mighty warrior

the incredible power of absolute faith

the incredible power of absolute faith

“Neither knowledge, nor austerity, nor charity, nor sacrifice can bring the vision you have seen. But through unfailing devotion, Arjuna, you can know me, and see me, and attain union with me.” — The Bhagavad Gita, 11:53-54 “We can believe in a thing, we can know that it exists, even