A lion cub, raised by sheep, grew up believing it was one of them. One day, an older lion showed it its reflection in a pond, and the cub realized its true identity. This story illustrates self-realization.
King Janaka, dreamt his entire kingdom had been conquered by enemies. He was alone, wandering as a beggar. Upon waking, he saw none of his suffering was real. But that troubled him further as he wondered, 'Am I a king dreaming I was a beggar, or a beggar dreaming I am a king?
"A potter shapes clay into various pots, each with a unique form and function. Yet, regardless of their shapes, all pots are essentially made of the same clay. And they depend on the Clay for their existence."
Day 2 of 21 Stories to Better Understand Advaita Vedanta
Imagine the ocean with its countless waves, each rising, falling, and merging back into the sea. A wave might think it's separate & unique, but, it's never apart from the ocean. And the ocean is not apart from Water.
A man walking along a path sees a snake and is gripped by fear. He freezes, heart pounding, until his friend comes with a torch and reveals - it is just a rope. Not only did the snake vanish but there never was any snake. This story illustrates the fundamental concept of Advaita
In the latest blog post, we look at why - even after acknowledging that we should start (or try) meditating - we put it off for someday.
Someday, when all worries are over, someday when there is enough time & the mind is stress-free.
Does that day ever come?
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21 Days to a #Mindful You [Day 21]
Remember when you set your intention on Day 1?
Go back to it.
Rearticulate if you want.
Today's the last day of your practice or the first day for the following life-long routine.
Choose carefully.
Wishing you the best of luck!
12/12: In this journey of non-dual mindfulness, remember that it's not about perfection but about progress.
Each mindful moment contributes to your growth and inner transformation.
May this thread serve as a guide to weaving this ancient wisdom into your modern life. 🙏
1/12: 21 Days to a #Mindful You [Day 19]
Integrate Non-Dual Mindfulness into your daily activities.
Non-dual mindfulness, rooted in ancient wisdom, profoundly deepens your awareness and enhances your daily experiences.
11/12: Tomorrow's Potential: As you prepare to rest, contemplate the potential of a new day.
Embrace each sunrise as an invitation to engage with the world from a place of non-dual awareness.
Make a resolve to approach life with curiosity, gratitude, and an open heart.