Meditation
Why is my Meditation NOT Successful, Despite Practising for Several Years?
Swami Sivananda explains that the fundamental basis for success in meditation is Chitta Shuddhi (purity of mind). Without purifying mind, deep meditation is not possible.
Can Food Alone Make the Mind Sattvic? (VIDEO)
A pure mind is essential for a healthy, disease-free body. But can we attain such a mind by eating sattvic food alone? Or something more substantial is needed?
What is the Meaning of Om?
You hear the roar of the ocean from far. By following the sound you can reach the ocean. Similarly by following the trail of Om you attain to God. – Sri Ramakrishna
I Meditate Yet Have NO Spiritual Experiences – So Are Swami Vivekananda’s Teachings Wrong? (VIDEO)
“I meditate, I practice Raja Yoga, yet have no spiritual experiences. Does this mean that Swami Vivekananda’s teachings are not true? Was he brain-washing me?” Someone asked me this question.
Actually in order to test the validity of the Vedanta teachings of Swami Vivekananda, one does not need ANY spiritual experiences. We can easily test their validity in our day to day life itself.