Sexuality and the Concept of “Right”
Here’s a question: Does living the right kind of sexuality happen instinctively? Or do we need guidance from outside? The idea of a “right” kind of sexuality can only apply when there’s no guilt, regret, disgust, feelings of contamination, manipulation, or power struggles. It should…
Silence was Meryem’s Way of Fasting
In the Quran, Meryem Sura Verse 26 says, “So eat and drink and be contented. And if you see from among humanity anyone say, ‘Indeed, I have vowed to the Most Merciful abstention, so I will not speak to any man today.’” There are those…
Do not Limit Your Unique Soul to Some Soulmate
Believing in the existence of a kindred spirit who’s been made especially for you, and waiting for a momentous meeting, is one of the greatest mistakes made regarding soulmates. This illusion threatens the relationships that already exist, and drags the mind between feelings of hope…
Death Is not the End, nor Is It an Annihilation
Yes, death is not the end or an annihilation. You think you hate death and resent it. You think you’re scared of it, but this is the greatest trick you’re playing on yourself, because our fears are really our most intense desires. Death is a…
The Irresistible Blessing
Knowledgeable masters talk about the two types of siddha (the perfect human). Siddha refers to miraculous powers and perfect abilities. The notion of Saddhana Siddha is used by those who practice a number of disciplines to reach this perfection with its abilities and miracles. They…
From Guilt to Responsibility
The notion of responsibility only forms once you free yourself from feelings of guilt. When feelings of guilt are lodged within your personality, all your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors develop as defensive or offensive reactions. No matter the subject or experience, you would always have…
Are You Looking for Trust?
You say, “The government says we are safe,” but I don’t feel safe at all. Our lives are in danger, so what’s going to happen to us? In the most basic sense, trust is defined as the feeling of believing and connecting without fear, restraint,…
Poverty Among Plenty
You say, “I thought I was suffering, but I was not. If I had been suffering, I would have matured.” So, what was it? Do you know what real suffering is? All other suffering is also attached to it: It’s parting! Your most basic belief…
