How often do we feel entitled to be rude when we're unhappy about something? It's as if unhappiness grants us permission to behave like brats. Unfortunately, this attitude is all too common, especially in restaurants where people become nasty when they don't get what they want. But should money really buy manners? Perhaps a little more courtesy would go a long way in solving these problems.

On several occasions, I've found myself apologizing to wait staff on behalf of my friends or family for...

"Humanity finds itself entangled in the addiction of victimhood," asserts a wise spiritual teacher. "The world, with its misguided honour for victims, often seduces us into embracing this tempting position."

Whether it be in the realms of politics, education, business, society, or religion, we have been conditioned to accept victimhood as a permissible state. As a consequence, only a minuscule fraction of individuals manage to succeed in their chosen paths—be it spirituality, finance,...

Breathing is an essential part of living, but have you ever thought about the stress-relieving benefits of conscious breathing? Many people are not aware of how focusing on their breath can bring clarity to their minds, especially in challenging situations. By taking deep breaths, you can rapidly oxygenate your brain and promote clearer thinking, which can help you find solutions to problems.

When we are stressed, our muscles become tense, making it difficult to take deep breaths. However, if...

Addictions can be a significant challenge to overcome, but it is possible to break free from their grip and reclaim your life. As someone who has successfully navigated my own addictions, I want to share with you seven effective strategies that have worked for me.

1. Set a date to begin your journey
   The first step towards overcoming addiction is to set a start date. Without a specific deadline, you may keep procrastinating, and your addiction may continue to control your life. So, choose a date...

Explore the age-old question of whether knowing yourself or knowing your mission comes first and discover the benefits of both paths to self-discovery

Have you ever wondered whether knowing yourself or your life's mission came first? It's an interesting question that can lead to insights into how we approach personal growth and fulfilment.

Some people start by deeply diving into themselves, and exploring their values, passions, and strengths. By understanding who they are, they can better...

When we think about habits, our minds often jump to negative ones like drinking, smoking, or overeating. But if we take a moment to reflect, we'll realize that everything we do is a habit. Procrastination is a habit, wealth is a habit, poverty is a habit, and even our health is a habit.

Our habits originate from our thoughts, which then affect our actions and behaviors. So if there's a part of ourselves that we want to change but find ourselves repeating the same pattern, we need to change...

Many spiritual seekers often use spiritual excuses to avoid taking action towards their goals or facing their shadow selves. These excuses can be so convincing that they prevent us from realizing our true potential and living the life we desire.

We will examine some common spiritual excuses and the underlying realities behind them so that we can recognize and confront our shadow selves and move towards a more fulfilling life. So, let's dive in and explore.

We may know that there is certain...

How to Face Your Trauma Responses with Love and Courage

Most people are not aware of the trauma that they are carrying within, and more often than not, people brush them off as something they experienced, and they think it is normal. While it is common, it does not mean that it is healthy.

Trauma can be a heavy burden that we carry with us, often long after the actual event has passed. It can affect us in ways that we may not even be aware of, hindering our spiritual progress and preventing...

Embrace self-awareness by taking a few simple steps to transform your life and become the best version of yourself.

Are you ready to discover the path to enlightenment and become the best version of yourself? In this article, we will explore what it means to be truly human and the choices we have to elevate ourselves to a higher level of being. Becoming an enlightened human being is a journey that involves transforming the way we think, speak, and behave.

Many of the pointers below relate...

Uncovering the Roots of Your Negative Emotions and Learning to Embrace Love, Joy, and Peace

I wanted to talk to you today about negative emotions and feelings and how they can impact our lives.

It's common for people to think that it's okay to indulge in negative emotions and feelings, and there's this popular new age phrase to "go with the flow". But I think this phrase can be misleading. What flow is this? It could be a negative flow if someone is in a negative state of mind, or it could...