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March 1, 2015
Who is a Hindu?
What does it really mean to be a Hindu? Explore the timeless principles of Sanatan Dharma—from inclusivity and nonviolence to service, oneness, and seeing the Divine in all life.
June 20, 2013
Bhaav (devotion) to Bhaya (fear): Living in the Shelter and at the Mercy of Mother Ganga
When devotion turns to fear, Mother Ganga reminds us that true reverence means protecting nature—not simply praying to it. A powerful reflection on the Uttarakhand floods and our responsibility to live in harmony with the natural world.
May 4, 2013
The Call of the Sacred Snan – Kumbha Mela
Why do tens of millions journey to the Kumbh Mela? An exploration of faith, the sacred waters of Mother Ganga, and the profound spiritual transformation that draws pilgrims from around the world.
August 12, 2012
What is Spirituality?
What does it really mean to be spiritual? Beyond religion or ritual, discover a timeless understanding of spirituality rooted in oneness, conscious living, and our connection to all life.
October 7, 2011
Rosh Hashanah
A childhood memory of Rosh Hashanah becomes a reflection on spiritual identity, the enduring power of faith, and the universal truths that unite the world’s religions.
September 11, 2011
Reflections on 9/11 and our response to tragedy
In the aftermath of tragedy, why do some lives move us more than others? A reflection on compassion, nonviolence, and how our everyday choices can become a response to suffering.
September 1, 2011
A summer evening on the banks of Ganga in Rishikesh
An evening walk along the banks of Mother Ganga becomes a meditation on life, death, devotion, and the profound wisdom of embracing the whole of existence.
September 1, 2011
Healing in Spiritual India
Can love, purpose, and spiritual community heal childhood trauma? The remarkable story of two orphaned boys challenges conventional psychology and offers a different vision of healing.
September 1, 2011
Happiness – Where Does it Come From?
A chance encounter with a joyful child living in poverty becomes a profound exploration of what science and spirituality reveal about the true sources of happiness, gratitude, and a meaningful life.
September 1, 2011
Mind Control and Cults: A Possible and Tragic Error in Logic
Can deep spiritual transformation be mistaken for mind control? A psychologist’s reflection on cults, authentic teachers, and the crucial difference between manipulation and awakening.