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Gurudev, I have been here since two years but I do not see much change in my attitude, my work and my relationships. Why is this so?
Do not be too hard on yourself. Take a look at yourself honestly. How can you say that you have not changed? It is impossible for you to have not changed. You are changing. You may be expecting a lot of drastic changes immediately – and that may n ... -
Despite doing sadhana (spiritual practices) and seva (service), why do I find it difficult to give up some habits or tendencies?
This is because of greed. This happens because somewhere you feel that you are going to get some comfort out of that habit, although you do not really get anything out of it. It is just that greed for some joy or comfort keeps you stuck in the habit, ... -
Whenever we chant mantras, do we have to recite them out loud or do we chant silently in our mind, like when we chant Om Namaha Shivaya?
Both approaches are fine, but one need not chant very loudly. When we chant mantras loudly and together in a group, then it is called as Kirtana. When we recite in a normal or medium tone of the voice, then it is called as chanting. And when you ... -
Gurudev, ego, misunderstandings and doubts have destroyed my relationship. What is the secret of loving relationships?
Just be natural and accept people. Love is always about giving. Know that you have come here (on the planet) to only give [625231:love] and not demand love from anybody. ... -
The Guru Is Greater Than God
(Below is a continuation of post A Piece Of The Master) Gurudev, in Maharashtra we have a saying which means that how can one say who is greater – God or the Guru. Please explain this, else I would believe as I always have that the Sadguru is always great ... -
Who is your favorite teacher?
When a teacher favors you, your job is done. And a teacher favors you when you look at the teacher. That is why they say that when you become Gurumukhi – when you turn totally towards the Guru, then everything starts to happen. ... -
Gurudev, what is your favorite knowledge point?
Every knowledge that makes a point is my favorite. ... -
Our parents are very possessive about us and they call us 8-10 times in a day. How long do we tolerate this?
If you see the environment of today’s society, it is natural for parents to worry more for their children. They love you so much which is why they call and check on you more often. Why do you see it as a burden? When you think it is a painful burd ... -
Gurudev, I often get visions during my practices about what is going to happen in life. What do I do?
See, when that happens, just be natural and at ease. Do not get troubled. When you go deeper into knowledge and meditation, these things may happen. Just be simple like a common man. Do not get stuck in all this. It may be right up to 90% but there are ... -
Gurudev, can you please throw some light upon the competitive spirit that parents today are creating among children by pushing them to achieve higher scores in studies like 90-95% etc.?
You should tell such parents to relax. It is a natural tendency to be competitive but they should not put too much pressure on the kids. Whatever percentage the child secures in the school exams, they should encourage the child and tell the child not to ...