Reflections on Fear & Fearlessness
True fearlessness arises not from the absence of challenges but from a heart anchored in love. It is the spirit within that says, “You are not alone; you are held by something greater then you could imagine.” When we serve the world as Hanuman served, we realise that strength does not come from physical might […]
Soul Force.
Whenever you are in doubt, or when the self becomes too much with you, apply the following test: Recall the face of the poorest and the weakest man whom you may have seen, and ask yourself if the step you contemplate is going to be of any use to him…. Then you will find your […]
A Call to Dharma
The New Year is a time to reflect upon the last year and make changes to improve our lives for the better. I am constantly wrestling with personal plans to eat healthier, exercise and meditate more. I wish to be a better, kinder, more considerate husband, father and son. It would also be nice to […]
Spiritual Books currently on my desk
I usually read a number of books at a time and during the holiday period I wanted to share some of what I’ve been exploring. Here are three books I’m currently hanging out with. The Spirit of Hindu Law has helped me gain a deeper understanding of what variety of ancient texts have codified as […]
Neem Karoli Baba always instructed that we should Love and serve the poor
Neem Karoli Baba always instructed that we should Love and serve the poor, he was once asked by a devotee, Who is poor? His response was “Everyone is poor before Christ.” He said “Hanuman and Christ are one. They are the same.” We are all one family. There is no rich and poor in the […]
A Life Of Love
The mother and father of the Universe, Shiva and Bhavani gave birth to a child Sanmukha who as decreed by the sages, went on to defeat the evil demon Taraka who had been forever tormenting the innocent villagers. This was the story of the re-unification of Shiva and Bhavani for the good of all living […]
OPEN LETTER TO LEADERS ATTENDING COP26
Dear Leaders attending COP26, COP26 is perhaps one of the most important events of our lifetime; as a leader of society responsible for our collective wellbeing and making peace with nature, we will be planting 108 peace trees dedicated to you and each of the other leaders attending. We will plant the mangrove trees in […]
77. Lanka, Our Own Kingdom of Desires
Mandodari, the daughter of Maya, married Ravana. As part of this marriage Maya constructed for them a majestic fortress on the island of Lanka. It was greater than anything that existed on Earth. Decked with gold, silver, and precious jewels, even the fortress walls shone resplendently. The oceans surrounding the island kissed the Kingdom’s golden […]
76. The Nature of Ravana’s Desire
By means of a Brahmana’s curse, the once virtuous King Pratabhandu was reborn as the terrible demon King Ravana. Ravana had two brothers, Kumbhakarana, who was a powerful giant, and Vibhishana, who was Ravana’s minister. All though each of them performed exactly the same yogic austerities and various kinds of penances, due to their individual natures, they […]
59.A. Seeing Rama Everywhere
After realising Shri Rama was the supreme reality embodied in human form, Sati initially felt uncomfortable but then felt as if all worries and burdens had been lifted from her shoulders. ‘Why did I ever question the words of Shiva?’ She asked her self silently, as she turned to leave the forest, through the grace […]
