Surrendering the storm of emotions

Every emotion has a definite sensation in the body. Many a times, we get carried away by thoughts, or feelings and we do not observe the sensations. O…

4 Powerful ways to overcome Fear

Observation You observe fear. When fear comes, what happens? Some sensation arises in the chest. Observe, go deep into the observation of the sensa…

If you are running away from emotions it is because of the fear of getting hurt.

Question - Why am I afraid of emotionally connecting with people? Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Emotion is an integral part of you. If you are r…

Anxious about your future? Read this story!

Once two villagers were sitting under a tree and watching the sunset. They were very close friends. After sitting quietly for some time, one asked …

What upholds or sustains your life?

Dhruti means that which upholds or sustains life. For many people, the mind goes hay wire. They cannot even sustain or tolerate a small insult. A littl…

Why do we fear loneliness? Why do we always long for someone’s company?

You feel this way because you have never gone deep into your inner self. You have not met your self. The moment you become aware and realize your inner…

Are you really ever in control? The problem of letting go

Many people have a problem letting go of control, causing anxiety, restlessness and soured relationships. Wake up and see – are you really ever in cont…

What is the purpose of fear?

Nature has built a little fear into all living beings. This fear makes life defend itself, protect itself. Like salt in food, a little fear is essentia…

The Story of the housefly and Elephant A thought provoking story that explains the power of divinity

There’s a story. There was a housefly. This fly was always living on the leg of an elephant. It used to sit there. And one day it got angry at the elep…