Putting Krishna in My Mental Space: Some Reflections
Some reflections on the functioning of my mind, and some solutions on fixing and re-fixing the mind.
When We Show off, Our Show Turns Off
The prime reason for our sojourn in this world is a desire for show off. Rather than showing-off our greatness and hiding behind our mask of anarthas, if we show off our anarthas to Krishna, He removes them. When the show off tendency wanes in a devotees, Krishna’s starts showing off His beauty, majesty and compassion to the devotee.
Which Classroom do You Wish to Enter?
Krishna has mercifully opened various classrooms for our spiritual studies. Do we wish to continue in his universities and reach the classroom of love? Or do we wish to be distracted and join another university where other classes are prevalent?
Happiness in Dukhalaya??
Krishna says in Bhagavad Gita that this world is an abode of suffering. Can there be any happiness in this world? What about a devotee? Do Krishna’s words hold true under all circumstances?
Can a Book Completely Fulfill all our Emotional Longings?
How can a book contain all rasas that can perfectly satisfy all the longings, all the desires of a conditioned soul? Srimad Bhagavatam is no ordinary book. It is a direct manifestation, a mercy incarnation of Krishna.
Are Anarthas Good or Bad?
Can anarthas be considered good anytime? What if they are taking us closer to Krishna?
Is Bhakti Personal or Meant to Be Shared?
Many times, people say, “Bhakti is personal, so there’s no need to discuss your practice. Just keep it to yourself.” Can Krishna consciousness not be shared? Is it meant to be kept confidential?