In this series of articles, DAAJI explains the fundamental principles of yogic psychology, with its foundation in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. He explains Patanjali’s descriptions of the human mind and the various mental imbalances, and furthermore he also gives us solutions to create mental well-being through yogic practices. In this article we start to explore the kleshas, the five afflictions to mental well-being. The first of these is avidya, meaning ignorance, the mental defect where one is unaware of the most vital and the most essential. Part 5 – AVIDYA Let’s first remind......
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A deeper path to consciousness
VICTOR KANNAN asks: How does the evolution of human consciousness reflect in the way we interact with each other and the world around us? The River of Time From time immemorial, from all over...
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Story of the sacred flower
There is a sacred flower that blooms in the valley of the heart. In the deepest corner, under the sharpest rocks, enveloped by thorny bushes, this beautiful flower stays hidden, even from the most...
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Yogic psychology
In this series of articles, DAAJI explains the fundamentals of yogic psychology, with its foundation in the original balanced state and the various mental modifications, some of which help us maintain balance and well-being,...
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The invisible
ALICE RUSSO shares her journey of letting her heart guide her life. I have made the awesome realization of having reached a place where it is no longer primarily my mind influencing me, but...
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Yogic psychology
Yoga incorporates the science of all the bodies – the physical body, the mind, and the soul. In other words, it covers the whole field of psychology. The word ‘psyche’ itself comes from the...
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The ancient science of psychology
SISTER NIVEDITA shares her insights on yogic psychology, the supernatural, the master, consciousness and the purpose of life in this enlightening article about yogic psychology and the highest goal of human attainment. India is...
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Yogic psychology
Yoga includes the science of all the bodies, that is, the physical body, the subtle bodies and the soul. In other words, it covers the whole field of psychology. Through Yoga we explore consciousness,...
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Gift ecology – part 2
NIPUN MEHTA is one of the founders of ServiceSpace, Karma Kitchen, DailyGood, KindSpring and other organizations that successfully work within the Gift Ecology. From a young age, he was inspired by the need to...
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Heartfulness Cleaning
Sit in a comfortable position with the intention to remove all the impressions accumulated during the day. Close your eyes and feel relaxed. Imagine all the complexities and impurities are leaving your entire system....
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