
thoughts for an awakened living
By Sri Guru & the SRM Team
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Every year, Navratri presents an occasion to celebrate. But have we ever paused to ask: what exactly are we celebrating? What is it about the descent of Devi that is truly worth celebrating?Celebration merely for enjoyment is a self-centred attempt to grab a little temporary pleasure. True celebration is an outpouring of joy from within, which...
Someday, may the eyes open to the heart’s longing For one glimpse of the Beloved And close again To see only Her in every direction.Someday, behind closed eyes, may the heart see How the Beloved-Moon, though eclipsed by illusion, Remains ever full and shining. Then, where is the need to fear any distance?Someday, in such fearless...
Feeling genuine admiration is a gift. It means that your heart has expanded enough to notice beauty and appreciate it. Turning that admiration into praise, however, is an art.If comparison becomes the medium of praise, it does a double injustice. The praiseworthy deserves to be admired for what it is, not only in comparison to something else....
Wow, what a beautiful soul spark!! ✨ It has indeed ignited a spark in my heart and soul. ❤️
I will now be much more aware of using the word “but.” I will make a conscious effort to use it less, and whenever I do need to use it, I will stay aware of this beautiful concept—of what “but” can erase and what it ultimately highlights.
A simple word, yet such a powerful awareness! Aho Upkar for bringing this to my attention. 🙏