Art and science for Nadopasana
Carnatic music, like most other music systems of the world, has two dimensions: an emotional dimension and an intellectual dimension. The emotional dimension is supported by the melodic system, which…
The Kural – Changing the Axis of Life
Ram Sriram Recently, The Hindu newspaper published an article about the renowned Tamil scholar, Thiruvachagamani Balasuramaniam and his conversation with the former President of India, Saravepalli Dr. S. Radhakrishan, during…
Sankeerthana for Salvation
Expressing devotion through bhakthi is a well-known Hindu tradition. Bhakthi is love, attachment, and dedication to a personal god. However, bhakthi also implies that a bhaktha (a devotee) will strive…
Who is in charge of your mind
Neuroscientists state that, while we claim we are in control, it is actually our inner mind that is influencing our emotions, motives, and Dr. , renowned behavioral-neurologist, expressed, "...; our…
Karma, convenient excuse or a beacon of light?
Self-transformation is arduous work, especially at first; but each tiny change brings with it the joyful awareness that your life is gradually becoming a force for peaceful change.” Karma is…
On the Path: Why I Volunteer with Seva By Dr. Harrison Graves, MD
Ayurveda, Uncategorized, Wellness, Yoga In this series, we explore people’s experiences on the path of spirituality. Whether it’s personal development, insights or learning about how to love more deeply, it’s all about you…
Yoga’s Mindful Approach to Weight Management
By Sejal Shah In today’s culture of stresses and excesses, reaching and maintaining a healthy weight can be a daunting task. It requires a variety of deliberate life adjustments, and…
Art of Silence: Philip Fraser on Stillness and Alignment
Alignment, Mindfulness / By Dr. Elizabeth Herman, PhD We recently caught up with Philip Fraser, who has been teaching the Art of Silence since the early 1990s, to talk about the power of…
Seven Steps for Success
Wellness / By May McCarthy Seven Steps to Success – the Art of Living Retreat Center It is always interesting to me to see the differences between successful people who…
Culture Mythology – Historical Facts or Metaphorical Truths?
According to Hindu mythology, Anjaneya flew over a sea; Ravana had ten heads and Vamana, the dwarf-avatar of Vishnu, measured the entire universe with his feet. How believable are…