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Where Did Hanuman Go After Lord Ram Left Earth?

What happened to Hanuman after Lord Ram returned to his divine abode? Most people know Hanuman as Ram’s greatest devotee, but the story does not end with the conclusion of the Ramayana. According to Hindu tradition, Hanuman is one of the Chiranjivis, the immortal beings believed to remain on Earth.…

MyLifeXP · 1h ago

How Jewish mindfulness meditation became a mainstay in High Holiday services and beyond

Across the country, Jewish congregations, schools and nonprofit organizations have embraced mindfulness meditation with a zeal of the recently converted

The Independent UK · 9h ago

Psychology says building true self-confidence in life has a lot to do with how you take care of your physical health

Confidence plays a pivotal role in achieving success both personally and professionally. Engaging in self-care and maintaining good physical health can greatly enhance self-esteem and vigor. Consistent exercise not only improves physical appearance but also fortifies mental toughness over time. Practicing meditation effectively curbs negative self-talk and promotes genuine self-acceptance,…

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Why Is Ucchista Ganapati Worship Linked to Night Rituals?

Lord Ganesha is usually associated with auspicious beginnings, wisdom and the removal of obstacles. But within tantric traditions, there is a much less familiar form known as Ucchista Ganapati. His worship is described differently from the everyday Ganapati puja many devotees know. Ancient ritual texts treat Ucchista Ganapati as a…

MyLifeXP · Sep 18

Why Did Shukracharya Curse His Own Asuras?The Hidden Story

Imagine a guru becoming so angry with his own disciples that he curses them to be defeated. That is exactly what makes this ancient story so intriguing. Shukracharya, the revered guru of the Asuras, returned to find that his disciples had accepted someone else as their teacher. But there was…

MyLifeXP · Sep 18

Even the Buddha experienced challenges with meditation: Historical texts reveal its potential downsides

As a scholar of “Buddhist medicine,” I have studied the connections between Buddhism and well-being since the late 1990s. During the course of that research, I would periodically run into sources claiming that meditation could sometimes have unexpected or adverse health effects. When I discovered in 2020 that psychologists were…

The Conversation · Sep 16

The Ashtavakra Gita Has One Thing to Tell Every Person Who Has Spent Years on Self-Improvement

The question King Janaka askedThe Ashtavakra Gita begins with a king who has everything and still cannot rest. In the very first verse, Janaka asks Ashtavakra how liberation is attained, how knowledge arises, and how renunciation is achieved. Three questions. All of them reasonable. All of them, as it turns…

Times Life · Sep 15

What Gorakhnath and the Nath Yogis Knew About the Body That Modern Yoga Quietly Erased

The Body Was Never the ProblemSomewhere between the twelfth century and the present, the body got demoted. In the version of yoga that fills studios today, the physical form is a vehicle, something to stretch, align, and eventually transcend. The Nath yogis, the lineage that Gorakhnath shaped into one of…

Times Life · Sep 13

Quote of the Day by Ringo Starr: “At the end of the day, I can end up just… – Timeless life lessons from an inspiring quote on meditation, awareness, perspective, stress management, relaxation and why sometimes it’s better to let go

Quote of the Day by Ringo Starr: Ringo Starr’s quote, “At the end of the day, I can end up just totally wacky, because I’ve made mountains out of molehills. With meditation, I can keep them as molehills,” explores the importance of mindfulness, emotional balance, perspective, and maintaining a calm…

The Economic Times · Sep 11

Why Is One Member Missing From Shiva’s Family Statues?

At first glance, Shiva’s family may look like one of the most unusual families in Hindu tradition. Shiva has a snake around his neck, while Kartikeya rides a peacock, traditionally seen as the snake’s natural enemy. Ganesha has a mouse as his vehicle, while Nandi is always by Shiva’s side.…

MyLifeXP · Sep 11