The ego is nothing but a totality of impressions that have come together, not only in this lifetime, but through many lifetimes. Remember that the ego, in itself, is not bad. The ego is the grosser aspect; yet it also has a finer aspect. So, coming to terms with the ego, by itself, for itself, […]
20 agosto, 2014
Truth lies beyond good and evil
Truth is that area which lies beyond good and evil. This momentary, transitory, forever-changing way of life loses its importance. It loses its importance, not because it in itself is unimportant, but because of the effect it has on you. That is what is important. While one is an embodied, unrealized being, karma will always […]
20 agosto, 2014
In every adversity there is opportunity
In every adversity there is opportunity. Man fails because he only sees the adversity. Because of his fragmented mind he does not recognize the opportunity. Karma is not only action of the physical body, but also action of the mind, and the mind’s action is on a more subtle level, but it is still action. […]
20 agosto, 2014
Living as householders
Living as householders, we try to do our best. There is nothing wrong in making mistakes. To try and live to the best of our ability is the great thing. There is no way to short cut or do away with your karma, but meditation helps you to gain the strength to face the fruits […]
20 agosto, 2014
Collective karma
The way to improve collective karma and to improve society is to improve oneself. Actions cannot be judged on face value. Karma Yoga is where you work for the sake of work and the rewards come by themselves. Whenever these rewards come they are accepted for one’s needs, for one’s necessities of daily life. But […]
20 agosto, 2014
Your first incarnation
When you reach the stage of mankind (as your first incarnation), you are not karma-free, yet that karma contained within you is non-binding. It is non-binding because you have not yet developed the power of thinking. It is only when the mind starts developing that the activity of karma begins. All those impressions of millions […]
20 agosto, 2014
Good karma, bad karma
It is not only bad karma that has brought you into an awkward circumstance, but it could also be good karma that puts you into an awkward circumstance. Why are you in that awkward circumstance? To evolve you more, to bring you to a greater state of happiness in the long run. Even the most […]
19 agosto, 2014
Samskaras need not only be bad
We are nothing but a bundle of past actions and thoughts that have been heavily impressed upon our psyche. If a person now has a horrifying vision or experience in meditation, it doesn’t matter. The beautiful experience is just as valid as the ugly experience. What is brought to the fore is just the impression. […]
