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Making GROUPS - How far Reasonable??
Making Groups isn't a problem in so far as they coordinate …… cooperate ..and work in mutual unison and ..interests; problems only begin when each group tries to compete and ..outwit the others bereft of any reason, logic.....or ..merit!
The underlying problem as everyone can easily surmise is...our own ego, the ego...… of each separate Group, which makes it behave........as if it is better than all others.
The situation is akin...… to all of us as ...separate individuals behaving...… ……rather superciliously! .!
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Meaning of SUCCESS?? .. ?
AM i Able to Take DECISIONS?
AM i Able to be SIMPLE?
AM i Able to say 'NO'?
Do i KNOW how much Money i NEED?
AM i Able to Enjoy the 'PRESENT'?
WHAT Drives Me?
DO i Feel CONTENTED?
WHAT do i NEED to Feel GOOD?
WHEN do i Feel BAD?
AM i Satisfied with my Life & Work?
Am i Able to Keep a BALANCE in my Life?
AM i Able to STRIKE a Wholesome Balance between my Spiritual, Family, Career, Social, Financial, Fitness activities etc.?
AM i Able to Take CONTROL of myself?
AM i Able to INVEST in my Values?
Do i Have a Master PLAN?
Have i been Able to DE-condition myself?
Finally, AM i Ready to take the vital First STEP??..?
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WELL, forget all this bullshit! Only way to measure success in the modern world is: AM I ABLE TO MAKE MONEY? By hook or by crook, hardly any matter!!
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Meditational Yoga
Meditation-Yog
1. The eternal search of man
2. Role of pain & suffering and dissolution of delusion of worldly life
a. Becoming b. Shattering c. FIRE of Hell d. Paranoid depression e. Electro shock therapy f. Psycho-analysis & Meditation
3. The Concept of BACKWARD Journey
a. Unlearning, unbecoming, deconditioning b. Animal Universality c. Second stage self to first stage self
4. Self-analysis and self-realization
a. Transcendence b. Meditation
c. Environment d. Posture e. Feelings & Imaginations
f. Concentration g. Introspection
h. Mantra
i. Manan (Atam-Chintan)
ii. Awareness
iii. Who am I?
5. Consciousness itself is LIGHT!
a. Involution b. Pranayam c. Meaning of GURU
i. Role & Need of a Guru
ii. Is Guru necessary on the meditational path?
6. Obstacles in Meditation
a. Relations, Friends & Criticism b. Bringing oneself around c. Fever or Travel
d. Problems in concentration
7. Doubts
a. Am I going right? b. Will I be able to get to the goal?
c. Will it destroy my social life?
8. Sensual Desires, Jealousy, Hatred
Don’t foolishly try to smother them, accept them as natural part of the process!
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NOTE: The concepts given as above are a summary of the ancient practice of yoga through meditation and have not been elaborated in detail due to space & time restrictions. However each and every part of this ageless doctrine has been mentioned, albeit in brief.
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Motivational THOUGHTS
For Today
God listens to our prayers only and only if they bespeak of truthfulness, honesty and devotion.
Be like rays of light that go upwards dispelling all darkness & ignorance!!
Man is unnecessarily roaming about in jungles; he doesn’t understand his eternal search for God!
You are a devotee only when God accept you so!!!
Naamasmarna can help tide over the greatest of difficulties and obstacles.
Faith in oneself and on top of it faith in God are quintessential.
God created only one religion (the religion of love) and only one caste (the caste of humanity); rest is all a creation of man’s pervert mind!
We must control our desires progressively; most importantly, we must keep a strict vigil over our eyes and tongue.
Devotion must emanate from the heart! Action & Devotion must go hand-in-hand. No action greater than fortitude; No happiness greater than contentment; No qualification greater than compassion; and, no scripture greater than forbearance.
Knowledge of many is false; knowledge of ONE is truth.
World looks lively from outside but is barren from inside while opposite is the case with the self or soul.
You cannot survive without faith; the day you lose faith, you will lose yourself!
A tree is recognized by its fruit; in the same vein, man is recognized by good actions.
True love is love with God!
Jesus used to say that we must pray in equal proportions both for our friends and enemies so that both may get true knowledge as well as be blessed with vision of God!!
True detachment, fear of sin, social ethics, thanksgiving, fearlessness and good conscience are the attributes of a few fortunate ones.
Happiness is inside; God is within; it’s futile to search outside!
Don’t hate hatred; don’t be angry with anger; rather, face them with humanity and peace so that a peaceful society can be built; don’t hesitate, start here & now!!
One must have a solid aim; the sole aim of life is God-realization. Try to achieve it progressively.
Be noble. Be wise. Be simple. Keep on moving ahead! Life means moving forward; whosoever stops meets his doom!
Let Thy WILL Be Done, O Lord!!!!!!!!!!
And, for tomorrow
Think money N money N money……
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MUKTESHWAR TEMPLE in Nainital
About Mukteshwar Temple, Nainital
Mukteshwar temple is located atop the highest point of Mukteshwar in Nainital district of Uttarakhand. This temple also known as ‘Mukteshwar Dham’ / ‘Mukteshwar Mahadev Temple’ is 350 years old and is adorned with a stunning white marble Shivling surrounded by the deities of Ganesh, Nandi, Hanuman, Vishnu and Brahma. The temple is approachable by stone stairs and sits in the Kumaon hills at an altitude of 2312 m above sea level. Incidentally, Noble laureate Rabindra Nath Tagore started writing Gitanjali at Mukteshwar, a hilly retreat. The town owes its name to the Mukteshwar Temple. Mukteshwar is derived from two Sanskrit words: ‘Mukti’ denoting everlasting eternal life and ‘ishwar’, which stands for God.
History of Mukteshwar Temple, Nainital
According to the Puranas, Mukteshwar Temple is one of the main 18 temples of Lord Shiva. There is an ancient legend according to which there is a battle between a demon and Shiva, and although defeated, the demon attains immortality (Mukti). According to common folklore, many Devtas of the Hindu pantheon as well as the Pandavas have graced Mukteshwar with their presence.
Since ancient times the iron ore miners have worshipped the “Mukteshwar Mahadev Temple”. The followers of “Mahesh” or Shiva conduct important religious ceremonies and rituals at the temple. According to another belief, couples longing for a child who offer their prayers with mud lamps in their hands at this temple are soon blessed and bestowed with their wish.
Chauli ki Jaali, a natural lattice around a rock, is another place of religious significance close by and according to popular belief barren women who come and touch this lattice are soon blessed with a baby. Another tale is that anyone passing safely through “Chauli ki Jaali” is the blessed one of Lord Shiva and all his prayers are granted by the benign Lord.
Best Time to Visit Mukteshwar Temple, Nainital
Mukteshwar enjoys a pleasant climate almost throughout the year. During the summer months of April to June temperature ranges from 10°C to 25°C. July, August and September are the monsoon months. Winters are cold with temperature varying between a high of 18°C to a low of 1°C. Heavy snowfall is common during the winter season. Best time to visit the temple is all through the 12 months of the year, though you may avoid heavy monsoon rainy months and snowy winter months. Traffic blocks and flight delays can happen during this period. Coming to the clothes you have to carry with you, winters require heavy woollens while for the summer season, you may do only with light woollens.
Places to stay (Accommodation at Mukteshwar Temple, Nainital)
While in Mukteshwar, you need not worry much as regards accommodation. There is many a good hotel in the town providing for a spiritual experience as also a luxurious stay. Alternatively, you may like to put up at Nainital and make a day time visit/trip to Mukteshwar.
How to reach Mukteshwar Temple, Nainital
By Air: Pantnagar is the nearest airport 100 km away while New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport / Palam Airport are the nearest International/National airports.
By Rail: Kathgodam is the closest Railway Station about 72 km away. It’s a 2 hour drive from the railway station to Mukteshwar.
By Road: You may reach Mukteshwar from Nainital (51 km) or Haldwani (72 km) by road. The uphill drive from Nainital via Dhanachuli and Bhowali is glittered with some breathtaking scenery and views.
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AS A MATTER OF FACT, Today, Mukti or Liberation doesn’t lie in temples rather it lies deep buried inside your storehouse of MONEY
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