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Of all living beings, only a human is presented with the choice of action. Hence it becomes imperative for one to learn and make the correct choices in life. Educational institutions the world over only provide objective information. Making a person ‘intelligent’ or well informed in one or more subjects. Mere intelligence cannot ensure right action. This fact is exemplified by the problems of obesity, depression and stress among the intelligentsia. Instead one must build a powerful ‘intellect’ or the capacity to reason and analyse. The lecture distinguishes between intelligence and intellect at all levels of the personality. And provides a method to develop the intellect thereby enabling right choice of action.
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Human beings are governed by two powerful motivations in life: Acquisition and enjoyment of external objects. These pursuits are insatiable. Not understanding this truth, the vast majority aimlessly pursue the world only to end up bitterly disappointed. This discourse explains this phenomenon. Why nothing external is ever enough. Further expounds the way to achieve relative and then absolute peace and joy in life.
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Success is an effect. The cause is action. Action performed perfectly itself translates into success. This presentation outlines the three constituents of perfect action. The three `C`s that are the key to success in one`s chosen field of activity.
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Devotion or `Bhakti` has a far deeper significance than what is envisaged. Devotion has come to mean mechanical adherence to ritualistic worship and servile pleading for selfish demands. This discourse outlines the understanding and effort needed to elevate one`s feeling to that true devotion. Through such understanding one is able to transform emotion from weakness to strength, from selfish to sublime.
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All human beings have only one goal: Happiness. They try in vain to find it in the external world. Become dejected and confused because it does not exist there. True happiness comes with self-development. Culminates in Self-Realisation. With gradual unfoldment of the Self within one develops commensurate peace and happiness. The process requires a consistent determined effort. There is no other way.
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The human mind remains the ultimate challenge. It needs a powerful intellect to govern it. Otherwise, it can wreak havoc on the personality. It is prone to slip into mental agitations that destroy the quality of an individual`s life. Ultimately lead one to total ruin. Thus, one needs to govern it to ensure a peaceful existence. This presentation details the devastating course the mind could take and provides a solution.
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The spiritual path alone leads one to enduring peace and happiness in life. However, the path is paved with a plethora of obstacles that one needs to overcome. The scriptures refer to the spiritual path as treading on a razor`s edge. This discourse expounds these impediments and how to overcome them.
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The world is riddled with stress and strain, bitterness and disharmony. This is because it lies barren, bereft of the fundamental values of life. One needs to learn and imbibe basic human values. These alone provide a sustainable base for a fulfilling existence of peace, prosperity and harmony.
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The functioning of the universe is governed by the principle of cause and effect. It is the law of causation or `karma` that governs the life and functioning of beings. Non understanding of this law has caused a lot of confusion regarding the role of effort in human destiny. As a result, various superstitions and beliefs are practically destroying humanity. A clear understanding of this law provides the clarity of thinking required for sound, purposeful living.
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The real grandeur of life lies in the Supreme Self within every human being. Known as Atman in Sanskrit. God or Self in English. Humans have lost cognizance of the Self within. Find themselves confused, deluded in life. What is needed is knowledge of the Self. That will unravel the hidden power and bliss within. Lead us to the ultimate excellence in human existence. Spiritual Enlightenment.
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Meditation is a highly specialised spiritual practice. It requires dedicated effort in mastering the preparatory disciplines. If used properly thus, it leads one to the ultimate state of Self-realisation. However, the majority abuse this subtle practice. Plunge into meditation with unprepared minds. This harms rather than helps the personality. Thus, one needs to carefully understand the demanding preparation required for proper use of meditation.
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Renunciation has been completely misunderstood as a state of escapism and resignation. This is far from the truth. Renunciation is a dynamic state of mind achieved through knowledge of higher vallues. With this knowledge, one is able to gain the right perspective in life. Lead a life participating in the world like anyone else, but with a clear understanding of the ephemeral nature of objects and beings compared with the permanent bliss of the Self within.
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Vedanta is derived from two words. `Veda` means knowledge, and `anta`, end. Vedanta is the end of knowledge, the knowledge of the Ultimate. The ancient philosophy of Vedanta gives one the vision of the mission and purpose of human existence. Leads to the realisation of one`s real Self. The perfect state of liberation and bliss.
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A human being alone is endowed with the capacity to serve and sacrifice. True service uplifts the recipient as well as the donor. There are various grades of service one can perform – material, physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual. One needs to understand these grades of service in order to elevate oneself to subtler levels of service.
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William Shakespeare`s immortal line "To be or not to be" encapsulates the perennial dilemma of choice that confronts every human being. Of all living creatures, a human alone is endowed with the choice of action. Thus humanity needs instructions on life and living. This presentation provides the guidelines to develop the clarity of thinking needed to make the right choices in life.
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The human mind is extremely potent. If uncontrolled, it destroys the personality. Generates stress and strain. The mental agitations thus produced overpower the individual`s capacity to think. Leads one to a state of confusion, delusion in life. However, a controlled mind generates enduring peace and happiness. Thus, it is vital to understand and direct it’s functioning.
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Meditation is an advanced spiritual practice. It requires exhaustive preparation. The scriptures constantly emphasise the importance of preparatory disciplines before meditation. It is vital to understand the role and place of meditation in spiritual development before one practices this discipline.
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The material layers of the individual are the body, mind and intellect. These need to be used diligently to unravel the Supreme Self within. The three yoga’s are Karma (Action) for the body, Bhakti (Devotion) for the mind, and Gnana (Knowledge) for the intellect. These disciplines need to be carefully understood. Then practiced in the right proportion to ensure comprehensive development of the personality.
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`Viveka` means knowledge. `Vairagya`, detachment. Knowledge is not mere accumulation of information from preceptors and scriptures. True knowledge requires thorough reflection upon the material studied. With reflection, one develops a state of detachment towards the superficial aspects of life. Knowledge unaccompanied by detachment serves no purpose in spiritual unfoldment. One becomes a mere scholar.
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Entire humanity is involved in two extreme approaches to life. One class of people goes all out and indulges in the world seeking enjoyment. Another class forcibly abstains out of an irrational fear and suppresses itself. Both end up bitterly disappointed. The middle path envisages an intelligent approach instead. Provides the guidelines on the art of right contact with the world.
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Self-control is commonly misunderstood to mean self-denial. Self-denial is a negative condition of forced abstinence. It leads to suppression, frustration in life. Self-control is a sublime state of knowledge and power. You gain mastery over the world instead of the world harassing you. The concept of Self-control needs to be carefully understood and practiced for sustained happiness in life
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The word Guru literally means `dispeller of darkness` A guru serves as the beacon light for spiritual development.One needs to understand the technique of selecting the right Guru.This discourse presents the essential qualities that a teacher must possess so that a student will benefit from their association.
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