spirituality
don’t delay an act of goodness
One important lesson we can all learn in our spiritual journey is this: If you want to do something good, do it immediately, but if you want to do something bad, brush it aside. In other words, make virtuous deeds your main priority. Our mind has the tendency to be
material desires vs. spiritual connection
break the chains of limited thinking
"Your task is not to change the world; it is to change yourself. The world is, after all, just a reflection of your own mind." - Jack Kornfield
Today, make a commitment to break free from a belief in limits. Come to a realization that there are no
embracing gratitude: a sincere appreciation for life's blessings
When you start your day, take few a moments to feel grateful for all the good things around you. Be grateful for the comfortable bed you slept in, the roof over your head that keeps you safe, and the floor or carpet beneath your feet. Be thankful for having running
15 quotes to help you tame your material desires
Here are some quotes that highlight the spiritual understanding that indulging in desires only perpetuates the cycle of craving and dissatisfaction. They encourage us to seek fulfillment beyond material possessions and transient pleasures, and to discover a deeper sense of peace and contentment within ourselves.
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1. "Happiness is not
the cross you bear is the best of all (part 2)
"The Changed Cross" is a deeply profound poem that carries within its verses a powerful message of transformation and spiritual growth. This literary piece invites readers to reflect upon the significance of embracing life's challenges and finding meaning in the midst of adversity.
The central metaphor
the cross you bear is the best of all (part 1)
Carrying his own cross. (John 19:17)
"The Changed Cross" is a poem that recounts the story of a weary woman who believed that the burden she had to carry, symbolized by the cross, was undoubtedly heavier than those of others. Consequently, she longed to exchange her cross
turbulence is essential
choosing the right bondage
Most of us easily fall prey to material attachments, however, we hardly direct our karmas toward the path of spiritual liberation. It’s unfortunate, but we prefer worldly bondage over bondage with the Almighty on any given day. And sooner or later, we understand that the former only brings imprisonment