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Gurudev, if we get negative thoughts by seeing or thinking about someone, then what should we do? Our ancestors have said that it is a sin to even think negative thoughts. Is this correct or wrong?
See, it is alright. Thoughts simply come to you. They do not take your permission to appear, it just comes. So how can you hold yourself responsible for your thoughts? Just do not encourage negative thoughts. When you do not encourage or engage with neg ... -
Gurudev, we have heard about Samudrik Lakshana (the science of Face reading). What is that?
Samudrik Lakshana is the ability to tell about a person’s behaviour and his state of mind by looking at his face, his facial structure, etc. It is a branch of science and is a part of Jyotish (Indian Astrology). ... -
Gurudev, if someone is miserable due to their own karma despite doing sadhana, seva and satsang, then what can they do in such a situation?
See, misery never exists without a reason. So just surrender the reason behind your misery to the Divine. Whatever it is that is making you suffer and miserable, just offer it to your Guru, or to the Divine or to someone you love very dearly. That&rsquo ... -
There Is No Joy Without LOVE
(As Gurudev walks in, the Satsang begins with many in the audience cheering and telling him that they love him.)I know you all love me so much! You know, all troubles begin with love. If there was no love in the world, people would have lived much more co ... -
Yoga: A New Dimension
(Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and The Art of Living Foundation Hosted 'Yoga: A New Dimension' To Celebrate the First World Yoga Day at the Lincoln Center, New York. The evening highlighted the rich heritage and deep values of Yoga through spiritual discuss ... -
Everything Has A Purpose
(Below is a continuation of the post A Guru Is Definitely Needed) Just come to the Ashram once and see for yourself how even dead people (here meaning those steeped in negativity and inertia) come alive with joy! Come and see how one can experience heaven ... -
Gurudev, many in the media are evaluating the first year’s performance of the Narendra Modi government. What marks would you give the government?
Listen, I am not going to take any test or award any marks to the government. Whoever wishes to judge and give marks for the government’s performance; let them do so. What is more important? We have to see that everyone is contributing in the coun ... -
Gurudev, where does all the knowledge you share come from?
When you meditate, you get access to a deep inner space from where we download everything. ... -
Gurudev, I feel very sleepy during Mathematics classes. What could be the reason for this? Also, what can I do to increase my concentration in those classes?
This is simply because you do not have much interest in Maths. That is why this happens. Also, one does feel a bit sleepy immediately after meals. So, to become sharper at Maths, you must sit and solve more math problems. When you sit to solve problems ... -
Gurudev, what should I do so that I can put an end to my habit of abusing others with bad words?
Okay, just remind yourself that you will have to spend Rs. 20,000 every time you speak bad words. For every bad word you use, you are going to lose Rs. 20,000. If you think that Rs. 20,000 is a small amount, you can raise the penalty to Rs. 1 Lakh.