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Blood from a Meditation Retreat Made Lab Neurons Grow, and the Journal Just Corrected the Paper

A UC San Diego retreat study measured brain and blood changes in 20 adults. In July, the journal corrected its title and disclosures.

Medical Daily

Will Rahu-Ketu Affect You During Surya Grahan 2026?

What should you actually do when Surya Grahan 2026 arrives on August 12? Should you worry about Rahu-Ketu, follow Sutak rules, or simply treat it as a rare event in the sky The answer depends on whether you are looking at the eclipse through science or religious tradition.NASA confirms that…

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Ramana Maharshi's Teaching on Silence Is the Only Spiritual Inquiry That Asks Nothing of You

The Man Who Answered With StillnessPaul Brunton came to Tiruvannamalai in the 1930s as a journalist, carrying skepticism and a list of questions he considered unanswerable. He sat in the hall at Ramana Maharshi's ashram, Sri Ramanasramam, and waited. Ramana looked at him. Brunton looked back. No words passed between…

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Why Is Sawan Associated With Marriage and Love? The Shiva-Parvati Story Behind It

Ever noticed how Sawan arrives and suddenly Shiva temples are full of people praying for love, marriage and a happy relationship? It may seem like an unusual combination at first. After all, Sawan is primarily associated with devotion to Lord Shiva. But look a little closer and there is a…

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A Seven Day Meditation Retreat Was Linked to Shifts in Immune, Metabolic and Brain Related Markers

A study of 20 adults at a seven-day mind-body retreat found changes in brain connectivity, immune signaling and metabolic markers before and after.

Medical Daily

Shiva & Parvati: The Strange Truth About Their Marriage

Some couples are alike in everything. Shiva and Parvati? Not exactly. One is famously associated with meditation, mountains, ashes, serpents and a life far removed from ordinary comforts. The other is often portrayed as graceful, powerful, deeply connected to family and capable of taking fierce forms such as Durga. Yet…

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Shiva’s Third Eye: The Sawan Symbolism You Didn’t Know

Ever wondered why Shiva’s third eye looks so intense, even when the rest of his face appears completely calm? During Sawan, this mysterious eye becomes even more meaningful. Shiva is worshipped as the Mahadev who can destroy evil, but his third eye is not simply a symbol of anger or…

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5 Types of Shivling and What Every Devotee Should Know

Have you ever noticed that not every Shivling looks the same? Some are smooth and naturally shaped, some are made from stone, some have a crystal-like appearance, and others are made from metal. But is the difference only about how they look? The answer is more interesting than you may…

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Just a week of meditation causes striking changes in the brain

Researchers say meditation may produce some brain changes associated with psychedelic experiences

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Why Do Women Keep Hartalika Teej? The Truth Revealed

Why would Goddess Parvati leave the comfort of her home and enter a forest to perform a difficult fast? The answer is hidden inside one of the most emotional stories connected with Hartalika Teej. According to Hindu tradition, Parvati Ji had already chosen Lord Shiva in her heart, but her…

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Sawan Shivaratri Vrat Do’s and Don’ts: What devotees should eat, avoid and follow during the sacred fast

Sawan Somwar Vrat 2026 Today: Devotees around the world participate in the sacred Sawan Somwar Vrat throughout the month of Shravan. On August 10, 2026, the second Sawan Somwar fast is observed. This significant tradition encompasses prayers, meditation, and the consumption of sattvik food. Core to this fasting is the…

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Ramana Maharshi's Self-Inquiry Practice and Why Anxiety Makes It the Hardest Question You Can Ask

The Question That Has No Safe AnswerRamana Maharshi did not teach a technique. He taught a question. "Who am I?", Nan Yar in Tamil, was not a philosophical puzzle to be solved over years of study. It was a tool to be used the way you use a thorn to…

Times Life

Advaita Vedanta and Shankara's Answer to Modern Anxiety: Why Consciousness Is the Cure

The Anxiety That Has No ObjectYou can name what you are afraid of. Deadlines. Rejection. The future. The body failing. But underneath those named fears sits something older and harder to locate, a low-grade dread that persists even when nothing is wrong. The promotion came through. The relationship is fine.…

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Why Shiva and Vishnu Became One? The Shocking Story

What if Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu appeared as one divine form? Not as two separate gods standing beside each other, but as a single form with one side representing Hari, Vishnu, and the other representing Hara, Shiva This powerful form is known as Harihara, and in different traditions it…

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How Shiva Got His Third Eye: 2 Powerful Legends

Look at any image of Lord Shiva and one detail immediately catches your attention: the mysterious eye on his forehead. Known as the Trinetra or third eye, it is one of the most powerful symbols in Hindu tradition. But have you ever wondered how Shiva got this extraordinary eye Was…

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Why Shiva and Vishnu Temples Feel So Different

Have you ever walked into a Shiva temple and instantly felt silence, while a Vishnu temple welcomed you with bright decorations, flowers, music, and divine beauty? It may seem like a small difference, but it carries a profound spiritual meaning. These temples are not designed differently by chance. Every detail…

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Tsomoriri Is the Only Salt Lake in Ladakh That Feels Like It Was Made to Undo You

The Air Arrives Before the Water DoesYou feel the altitude before you see the lake. Somewhere past Leh, past the last dhaba with its hand-painted signboard and its chai that tastes faintly of kerosene, the road narrows and the sky drops lower. Your chest tightens. Your thoughts slow. By the…

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‘I’ll die a blissful failure’: Sadhguru’s mission to reach three billion young people

Spiritual leader and Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru will appear at UNTOLD Festival

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How a Child's Wish for Milk Led to Lord Shiva's Greatest Blessing

What if one forgotten sage changed the course of Lord Krishna's life? Most devotees know about Krishna's devotion to Lord Shiva, but very few know who showed him the path. The answer lies in the inspiring story of Rishi Upamanyu, a child whose simple desire for milk turned into one…

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Second Sawan Monday: Rare Shiv Yog Makes This Sawan

Sawan is amongst the most sacred months for Lord Shiva. The Mondays in this month itself hold special importance, because it is the favorite day of Lord Shiva. However, this year there is an additional element of magic involved, because Sawan Monday and Som Pradosh Vrat will fall on the…

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How to Stay Focused Without Feeling Burned Out

In today's fast-moving world, staying focused has become more difficult than ever. Notifications, endless emails, social media, and constant multitasking make it hard to give full attention to one task. At the same time, many people believe that working longer hours automatically leads to better results. In reality, this often…

The Economic Times

Quote of the Day by Jennifer Aniston: “Yoga calms me down. It’s a therapy session, a… – Inspiring lessons on health, stress management, lifestyle, habits and why you should listen to your body by the American actress known for her timeless performances and deep insights on daily routine and wellness

Quote of the Day by Jennifer Aniston: Jennifer Aniston’s quote, “Yoga calms me down. It’s a therapy session, a workout and meditation all at the same time!” explores the importance of mindfulness, balance, and overall well-being. The quote suggests that yoga can provide emotional relaxation, physical strength, and mental clarity…

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I stopped looking for the perfect meditation app and built my own using AI — and it was done in under 5 minutes

I couldn't find a meditation timer app I liked, so I built my own with Google AI Studio and it did it in under 5 minutes.

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The Tradition Behind Why New Brides Spend Their First Sawan With Their Parents

Sawan is the most important for hindu families. This is the month of prayers, faith and devotions. But a question that rises during this month is very common. As it is a little strange and confusing for some people as they just started a new phase of their life. So…

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Why Dhruva Was Denied His Father's Lap but Won the Sky

What if the greatest blessing of your life begins with rejection? Imagine a five-year-old child who only wanted to sit in his father's lap but was pushed away in front of everyone. His tears could have turned into anger, but instead, they became the beginning of one of the greatest…

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