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Helike: Gone in a Swoosh

In ancient Greece, Helike was a powerful and flourishing pilgrimage center, home to a celebrated temple of Poseidon, the …

Pranavism Goal 1: Self-Confidence

Most people think self-confidence is an attitude. Yes, that is true. But that’s only a half-truth. Self-confidence begins …

From Disrespect to Self-Respect

For as long as I can remember, I lived with a feeling of being disrespected. I cannot trace …

Why I Hope My Son Isn’t Kalki

In an earlier post, I “proved” that my son is Kalki. It was satire. A demonstration of how …

To Me, Faith Isn’t Structure

People often use the term Sanatana Dharma and link it to philosophical and institutional structures shaped by sages such as …

My Son Is Kalki? Apparently.

The internet is a magical place. One moment you’re watching cooking videos; the next, someone confidently announces that …

Shiva Linga: The Deeper Symbolism

For centuries, the Shiva Linga has fascinated scholars and seekers alike. What’s remarkable is that each time you …

The Mayan Mystery

The Mayan civilization at Tikal thrived from around 250 to 900 CE, during its Classic Era. Then it …

Hope

A poem that reminds us there is always hope, no matter what unfolds in life.

Am I Angry or Bitter?

Am I feeling inner negativity? From some of my posts, it might come across that way, but the …

The Serenity of Truth

When the monk arrived in town, people filled his temporary residence. His calm voice and serene smile drew …

The Historic Misunderstanding

Non-Indian scientist: “There is no history before ~3000 BCE, give or take a few centuries.” Indian-origin religious soul: …

The Truth Behind Miracles

One of the greatest misunderstandings in the spiritual world is the way people attribute “miracles” to human beings. …

The Deep-Rooted Conditioning

When I was working as a life coach, I kept hearing the same frustrated line from people, in …

A Zero-Art Graphic Designer

Watching kindergartners is an absolute delight. They’re unassuming and unafraid of making mistakes. Most importantly, they can laugh …

Did I Experience Hypnosis? – Part 2

Continued from Part 1… The Shift in My Inner State One of the adepts in that ashram suggested …

Did I Experience Hypnosis? – Part 1

I was misguided by a monk into the institution of marriage. If it had been an isolated instance, …

The Anti-Brag Essay

I could sense the pattern again – Pause. Slow. Faster. Stop. Sigh. The concerning rhythm of a teenager …

Pranavism: A Personal Clarification

To begin with, I have never asked anyone to adopt any particular belief or practice. Each individual is …

Why I am a Pranavi, not a Hindu!

Most people use the term Hinduism and are content with it. Some prefer to call it Sanātana Dharma, …

A Festival of Love

There he was — tall, handsome, composed. Impossible to miss. The kind of man who stood out in …