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This article may seem a bit on the long side, but it will be worth your time. Here’s the deal: mental strength, great spiritual insights and a deeper understanding of your real nature come as a result of sustained and dedicated work. Contrary to what some ‘gurus’ focused on quick gain may tell you, you can’t buy or cheat your …
In recent times, it has become fashionable to openly show one’s affinity with the darkness. The emphasis on ugliness and decay is encouraged as ‘trendy’ or ‘cool’. Most people never pause to think who is spreading those trends and for what purpose. Following the principle of mindful choices and actions, you should always be aware of what you are doing …
The Five Fundamentals are the core principles or virtues you will need on your quest. These qualities are mindfulness, courage, charity, prudence, and discipline. Mindfulness you will learn through practice, courage and discipline will arise from your passion to serve, while prudence and charity will grow in connection with your Light within. Cultivating mindfulness means that not only do you …
The Trial of Water tends to be less physically demanding and focus on the inner world instead. Typically, it comes after the Fire phase but you may also find that this is the first Trial you take in this lifetime. This level is popularly referred to as the Dark Night of the Soul. In short, it makes you question reality …
The Sevenfold Path is the moral compass of the Ariya Warrior, a reminder of the values that he strives to cultivate to transform into a greater version of himself. It helps the warrior navigate through life and make empowered decisions that are in tune with his core values and goals. The Sevenfold Path comprises of 7 simple but powerful precepts: …
Meditation has traditionally been a warrior discipline—a way to train the mind for strength and greatness. If you struggle to focus or keep your practice consistent, remind yourself why it matters. What would be the benefits of strengthening your mind? How would inner strength, stillness and insight help you in your everyday tasks, your personal interactions and fulfilling your life …
Imagine a person who sets off on a journey. He carefully regards his belonging and chooses to carry only what he would need for his quest. This way, he can travel faster and lighter, unburdened by the unnecessary weight. It is good to maintain this attitude throughout your life. We are all on a journey here. Take only what you …
It is advisable to perform the mind’s check-up and cleansing at the end and the beginning of every day. Doing it regularly will allow you to develop strength and clarity, keep yourself on track, and prevent negative energies collecting in your mind and body. The way to do it is through a special form of meditation and prayer. These are …
As soon as you decide to change and to follow your own Path, there will be people from all directions pushing against you and trying to make sure that you follow the crowd. As a warrior, your first lesson is to learn to resist and withstand that pressure. You need to become an independent thinker, in control of yourself, if …
To achieve anything in life that is worthwhile, you need a clear focus. Focusing on your goal is what allows you to become unstoppable and succeed against all odds. Many people believe that focusing is hard, especially with so many distractions around. Although it is true that the more untrained the mind is the easier it is swayed and distracted, …
