Mind includes everything that is intangible that we are or can be aware of. A big part of it are cognition and affection, both not limited to them only. Mind also includes consciousness, perceptions, memory, and other more subtle states.
Fear is often seen as the ultimate roadblock—a paralyzing force that prevents us from moving forward. However, Carl Jung’s profound words, “Where your fear is, there is your task,” invite us to reconsider this perspective. Instead of avoiding our fears, this statement urges us to embrace them as signposts leading us toward growth, healing, and…
From a spiritual perspective, people go through difficult or “bad” times for a variety of reasons that often align with deeper soul growth, lessons, or spiritual evolution. Here are some common perspectives: 1. Learning and Growth Difficult experiences serve as opportunities for inner growth. Just as physical muscles grow stronger through stress and strain, the…
Gemini is an artificial intelligence (AI) program created by Google, which is very similar to ChatGPT of OpenAI. Below is an interesting conversation I had with Gemini about the nature of reality. What are the various views about absolute reality available? The concept of absolute reality, a single, ultimate truth that underlies all existence, has…
Parenting is one of the most rewarding and challenging journeys we can embark on, and understanding different parenting styles can really help us navigate it more effectively. So, let’s dive into the four main parenting styles. Authoritative Firstly, we have the authoritative parenting style. This one is often considered the gold standard. Here, the parent…
Hello everyone, Today, let’s take a little journey into a philosophy that can offer us some wisdom and peace as we navigate this beautiful chapter of our lives. I’m talking about the Tao, which means “the Way.” It’s an ancient Chinese philosophy that teaches us to live in harmony with the natural flow of life….
Have you ever noticed how the parts of yourself you like the least tend to hang around like unwanted guests at a party? You know, those nagging insecurities, old regrets, and fears that pop up when you least expect them. It’s like having shadows that follow you everywhere, even on the brightest days. But here’s…
Let’s have a heart-to-heart talk about something we all crave but often find elusive – peace – especially when life feels like a whirlwind. Finding peace in the midst of chaos isn’t just a nice idea; it’s something we can all attain, even when everything around us is in turmoil. So, let’s dive in and…
The word “Tao” is often translated as “the Way”. Tao represents the natural order of the universe, and the underlying principle that governs all existence and phenomena. Tao is also the source of all things, and the ultimate reality that permeates every aspect of existence. In Taoism, the goal is to live in accordance with…
In this article, I am going to share with you a simple, yet powerful method of releasing blocked negative emotions from your system. This method was first taught by Lester Levenson. Lester was an American engineer, businessman, and spiritual teacher. At the age of 42, after a series of severe health issues including a heart…
In this article, we’re going to talk about mindfulness practice, and how to use it for our own personal transformation. The word “mindfulness” is often used in association with meditation, and in particular with Buddhist meditation. Mindfulness in this sense is not simply awareness. It refers to a particular quality of awareness. We already have…
In this article, we’re going to take a look at beliefs – what they are, why they are not necessary true, and how they can hurt us. So, what are beliefs? A belief is something we hold to be true, even though it may not necessary be so. It is merely a perception of reality…
The first step to managing our emotions is to understand what emotions are. Emotions are mental feelings. They are not physical feelings or sensations detected by our body. That is not to say that emotions cannot affect our body. They can and they do affect our body, but here we are separating emotions from physical…