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So the true pursuit of happiness is actually a quest for self-knowledge!
If you turn your mind inward for a moment and simply observe what’s happening within you, you will always remain happy.

The literal meaning of Karma is action.

The ways of Karma are strange. The more you understand it, the more amazed you become. It connects people, yet it also separates them. It makes some strong, others weak. It makes some rich, others poor. All the miseries of the world—whatever they may be—are bound in the chains of Karma.

Most of our lives are spent in three states of consciousness: waking, dreaming, and sleeping. In the waking state, we experience the world through the five senses, through which we seek elevation and joy.

Anger has neither ears nor eyes. It only leads to reaction. And reaction leads to regret. Regret causes disappointment. Disappointment clouds good judgment. Unwise actions awaken more rage, and thus begins a vicious cycle. Only self-knowledge and devotion can free you from this cycle. When anger and revenge are offered into the fire of knowledge, the radiance of the stainless Self begins to shine. This is the true Yagya.

What is Maya?
The word measure comes from the Sanskrit root Maya. Maya means that which can be measured. So, when you say “all this is Maya,” it refers to everything that can be measured.

Goals are essential in life. So set a goal and start moving in that direction. A life without direction leads to depression. When you have a goal — "I must do this, I need to learn that, I want to offer this seva" — the goal will steer your life in the right direction. Expectations are a natural part of life. But when they arise, you must simply realize that expecting reduces the joy in your life. As you grow in knowledge, you’ll see that all these impressions fall away and make space for something greater and more beautiful.

Many people hesitate to work under someone else’s guidance—whether in a professional setting or even as volunteers. The common belief is that working under someone’s direction means giving up your freedom and having to report to others. That’s why many choose to start their own businesses, hoping to be their own boss. But running your own business means you have to answer to many people. If you’re unable to be accountable to even one person, how will you manage accountability to many? This is the paradox. In fact, having your own business can tie you down more than working for someone else.

In June 1995, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar began giving a short weekly talk, often on a topic relevant to current events. The journey for this gathering started in New Delhi and concluded in Rishikesh, India. 

Despite countless attempts, no one has yet found a universal formula for happiness. However, here are 10 things that will surely bring you a few steps closer to it.

There are two types of respect. The first is the respect you receive because of your position, fame, or wealth. This kind of respect is temporary. It can be lost the moment you lose your wealth or status. The second type is the respect you earn because of your smile and your virtues such as honesty, kindness, dedication, and patience. This respect can never be taken away from you.

Ego is an obstacle for a leader, a wise man, a merchant, or a servant, but it is essential for a warrior and a competitor. 

We all know drinking water is good for us—but how many of us actually make it a habit?
Here are some interesting facts about water you probably didn’t know, which might just inspire you to always keep a glass or bottle nearby.

If you've ever worked anywhere, chances are you’ve had a bad day at work.
Let’s be honest — even the best of us go through a rough day. So, what’s your story? What made your day go wrong?

An old Hindi saying goes: “The quality of your mind determines the quality of your life.”
Positive thoughts create a happy and good life, while thoughts saturated with negative emotions reduce the quality of life. Even scientific communities have reached similar conclusions. 

Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa) is a widely spread perennial plant in India, which grows at altitudes of up to 2000 meters. In the past, the plant along with its roots was used in medicine for various conditions, but its most widely applied use has been in Ayurveda for treating kidney and urinary problems.

Chyawanprash, translated from Hindi, means "Elixir of Life." It is an ancient Ayurvedic herbal jam, widely used in India as a rejuvenating, energizing, and immunity-boosting remedy. It is believed that the Ayurvedic paste Chyawanprash was created 5,000 years ago in India by the yoga master Chyawan Rishi, in search of a formula for rejuvenation and longevity.

Events involving death, serious injury, threats to oneself or others, and where intense fear, horror, and helplessness are experienced can trigger such symptoms.