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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 …
When you want to succeed in your mission, it helps to know the terrain you’re moving through. The knowledge of the Three Spiritual Trials will help you assess what level of personal evolution you are currently on, as well as what lies ahead. It gives you clarity, confidence and allows you to measure your progress. Every Trial has its challenges …
People often ask themselves why things are not going well for them, or why they can’t achieve their dreams. Many just assume that ‘that’s life’ and it’s supposed to be that way. In reality, though, it only appears to be something beyond our control. Scientists have long since proved that the old saying ‘Thought is Matter’ has a factual basis. …
The art of creating and maintaining healthy boundaries is something that only a few people truly mastered. This is because we tend to learn by following the example of others and when such an example is missing it often causes us to get stuck. There are two dominant tendencies in our society today in terms of interacting with others: submissive …
The ability to stay calm and focused despite any ups and downs is what sets a really mentally strong person apart. If you want to achieve phenomenal results and inspire others to follow you, equanimity is one of the main qualities you want to develop. It will serve as your ‘lifebuoy’ in any dangerous situations, when your success, your career …
There’s a curious thing I discovered about fear over the years. In most cases, it’s not the lack of talent, knowledge or abilities that stop us from living the life we want or doing things we love. It’s fear. That enemy within, rather than limited opportunities, is what usually stops us from aligning with our life Purpose. Now here’s the …
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 …
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, …
Not a long time ago, one of close friends and students of mine chose the Dark Path. Well, it was not so much of a conscious decision, really – he was just taken over. I’ll explain what it means, bear with me. As his mind got taken over by the power of the Shadow, overnight, he turned away from everything …
Inner power can be diminished through pointless conversations. You might have noticed that you tend to feel worn out when talking about things of no substance and no real meaning to you. Avoid wasting his time on conversations that don’t educate or truly entertain you, and choose to listen more than to speak. This way, you learn while conserving your …
