Essence of Life

<p>This podcast explores topics which reveal the essence of life, such as: What is the purpose of life? How can I discover my inner calling and live it? How can I find true happiness and lasting fulfillment? Barbara Ann Briggs, author of Pilgrimage on the Path of Love, will share her thoughts on topics such as: Saying Yes to Life, Citizen of the Universe, The Sacred Purpose of Human Life, How We Shape our Destiny, The Vedic Ideals of Womanhood, What is Enlightenment, Pure Love and many more. This podcast will include many quotations from enlightened masters.</p>

The Soul

The soul is described in the Bhagavad Gita, verses 12-25 as infinite, imperishable, immortal, eternal and all-pervading. Lord Krishna imparts this knowledge to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra.Support the Show.

05-02
09:10

Faith

Faith is needed for any accomplishment in life. There are three fields of faith: faith in oneself, faith in the teacher and faith in God. The greater the accomplishment, the more faith is needed. Maharishi says: " Faith provides an anchor in life, not only for the seeker of Truth but for any man."Support the Show.

04-16
12:23

The Law of Karma

The law of karma can be summed up in the words: "As you sow, so shall you reap." As one behaves, so one receives. We create our own destiny. Whatever we are experiencing now is the result of seeds sown in the past. One's own actions are responsible to bring either happiness or success or the opposite.Support the Show.

03-29
09:05

Happiness

Everyone desires a permanent state of happiness. In this dialogue, Happiness explains the conditions that one must fulfill in order to gain a lasting state of happiness. In order to gain happiness, one must give happiness. The more one gives, the more one gains.Support the Show.

03-15
12:53

The Purpose of Education

The purpose of education is to lead life to higher levels of achievement and fulfillment. Knowledge should enable the individual to live in harmony with natural law. It should enliven the full value of creativity and intelligence in human awareness. Complete knowledge is only available in the state of pure consciousness.Support the Show.

02-29
12:52

The Art of Marriage

Marriage is a holy relationship based on a deep tenderness of heart and mind. We marry out of need for companionship. The most important word in a successful marriage is the word, YES. In a marriage, one lives for the other. Support the Show.

02-13
10:09

Role of a Housewife

The role of a housewife or mother is described by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. He says she has to be like a neutral point in a magnet, and be able to be very balanced in herself. Only then will the strength and integrity of the family be maintained.Support the Show.

01-26
09:34

Reduction of Stress

Stress is caused by an overload to the physiology. The way to reduce stress is through deep rest. The Transcendental Meditation technique has been scientifically verified to be beneficial in reducing stress and leading to a holistic improvement in health and well-being.Support the Show.

01-15
10:53

Brotherhood

In order for the world to live in peace, harmony and sustainability, brotherhood is an essential virtue that needs to be cultivated.Support the Show.

12-13
07:10

Support of Nature

Support of Nature is the result of becoming familiar with the home of all the laws of nature. When we experience pure consciousness, we are enlivening the home of all the laws of nature deep within the human mind. The laws of nature support us more and more as we evolve.Support the Show.

11-23
08:51

The Secret of Longevity

In this thirteenth discourse of the Yoga Vasishtha, the Sage Bhushundi reveals to the Sage Vasishtha the reason he has been blessed with immortality.Support the Show.

11-10
10:48

The Basis of Success

The basis of success is purity of life. The means collect around purity, sincerity and goodwill towards others. Nature supports the fulfilment of all evolutionary desires.Support the Show.

10-29
08:03

Rise and Fall of Natural Law

Natural Law rises and falls in cycles. The rise and fall of religions in the corridor of time indicates the degree of Natural Law spontaneously lived in life. A cycle of time is created on the basis of the rising and falling values of Natural Law lived in the lives of the people.Support the Show.

10-12
09:36

Tips for Healthy Digestion

A healthy digestive system is essential for maintaining good health. By resting on the left side for ten minutes after eating, we can feel more energized and improve our digestion.Support the Show.

09-25
11:27

How Knowledge Destroys Ignorance

Knowledge destroys ignorance through the direct experience of pure consciousness. The experience of Being or pure consciousness is a state of knowingness. Ignorance is only an illusion which should be easy to shake off.Support the Show.

09-12
12:00

Turning Obstacles into Opportunities

Every obstacle can be turned into an opportunity by our response to it. We can learn something from every obstacle. As our lives become more in harmony with natural law, the obstacles we face will diminish and we will accomplish all we aspire to achieve in life.Support the Show.

08-31
10:06

Five Points for Heaven on Earth

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi gave these five points for heaven on earth, The five points are:1. Know your Self and be aware of yourself as the creator of all your life's experiences2. Adopt the standard of perfection because it is a perfect universe3.Be self-referral: don't go by outside prompts4.Desire and let go. Trust the universe to take care of the details5.Make bliss the primary motivation for doing anythingSupport the Show.

08-11
12:14

Formula for Success in Action

The formula for success in action is to first have a purpose that will be served by that action. The next step is a plan and fixity of purpose. It is also important not to rush into an action due to a desire for the fruit of action. One must be committed and then Providence moves to help us in unforeseen ways.Support the Show.

07-26
12:16

Laughter-The Best Medicine

Laughter is the best medicine because laughter loosens all the knots in the physiology and washes away impurities. Through laughter, we can emerge triumphant in all situations. "Laughter is the language of the heart." From bliss we are born and the field of pure bliss is the deepest level of the universe.Support the Show.

07-12
12:44

Ten Tips to Reduce Depression and Anxiety

These ten tips can reduce depression and anxiety: Transcendental Meditation, Morning Walk,  Gardening, Cold Shower, Baking,  Smiling and Laughter, Music, Dancing, Gratitude and Eating Ice Cream.Support the Show.

06-24
11:37

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