When the Universe Looks Back at Itself and Asks, “Who Am I?” There is a question as old as thought itself. It echoes across temples and laboratories, deserts and data centers alike: Did someone—or something—create all this? Or did existence simply arise, self-born and eternal, like an infinite ocean with no shore and no beginning?…
In the age of vision boards, affirmations, and “high-vibration” living, manifestation has become a buzzword in the Western world. The idea that you can attract the life you want through focused intention and belief has become a spiritual and self-help staple. But while this may seem like a modern phenomenon, the deeper truth is that…
The Dance of Balance: Understanding Masculine and Feminine Energies in Eastern Cultures In an era where gender roles are being redefined and questioned, the ancient wisdom of Eastern cultures offers a refreshing, nuanced lens: the concept of masculine and feminine energies—not as rigid roles or biological destinies, but as universal forces within all beings, regardless…
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Buddhism has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, but my deeper understanding and connection to it have evolved over time. There’s something about its teachings that resonate with me on a profound level, and I feel compelled to share why I identify as a Buddhist. 1. The Path…
Finding Truth, Peace and Self-Realization – Reflections of an Agnostic The true name of the path is Sanatan Dharma, a term that signifies the eternal, universal truth and moral order that governs the universe. However, the label “Hinduism” is one that has been given to this tradition by people outside the culture, often to categorize…
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When I resided in Katy, TX, I frequented the Katy Mills Mall, often stopping at a calendar shop for my yearly Zen calendar. On one such visit years ago, the shopkeeper posed a simple yet profound question: “What is Zen?” To my surprise, I found myself at a loss for words. Despite years of studying…
The question of morality often arises from religious circles: “If you don’t follow religion, where do you derive your morality from?” It’s a query that makes me want to roll my eyes and retort, “Religion and morality? Have you glanced at history?” Throughout the ages, religions have been responsible for countless atrocities, from the slaughter…
My father’s death in 2009 brought about various questions in my mind around reality, God, existence, consciousness etc. I remain confused as usual on all these as I only have questions and there are no known answers yet. However, I do envy religious people – they have blind faith but then they are not as…
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