Hiranmayi

Some words on contemplation may have different interpretations. Some may just pop up from nowhere and start to unveil and one such word is "Individual" and wish to share that which followed.. Even while addressing to someone, we do say as, "This individual ...." A hidden version, probably can reveal the meaning as In - Divi - Dual. That is, in division, in duality. Ignoring the usual surface usage, does it not reflect the content of a highly individualistic personality? The one who is always caught in division and lives in duality. Probably, that may sound apt for describing an individualistic personality where he or she struggles to be a part of the whole. The mind of a part of the whole, is like an extension of the source and hence there is no struggle or trying to unite etc...Whereas, in division, there is a clear cut demarcation and hence calls for all techniques to try to unite. A classic example of a divided mind can be, like, when you approach such a person ...

When we decide to witness a waterfalls, invariably we need to climb up a mountain. We may choose to go by walk or drive up the hill. The purpose of the journey is to witness and be there at the top of the falls which, let us say, have not seen but have heard from the ones who had been there. The description, excitement and their experience makes us even more eager to reach there. Who may want to miss anything that is full of joy. We begin to start our trek. It is indeed not the same even surface that we are usually used to in our day to day life of commuting. We come across various terrains and attimes may even run out of breath. But then, the desire to reach atop enables the mind to accept and adapt to the various situations. The body and breath listen to the signals from the mind and keep moving ahead. Ofcourse , the intellect knows what to discriminate and chooses the way that is comfortable to trek. Finally, when we reach the top, no doubt, the senses do capture to satisfy your de...

Healthy food for the mind, once again from the home of "Creation". Nature representing a huge platter for the consumers, the human being. Fruit platters, one of the prominent eye catchers for many and taste ticklers for some does find its importance in the banquets. let us just walk along with the creator of the platter for sometime to discover the creation. The chef, well versed with the various availability of the fruits, initially draws a map of the platter in his mind. Selection, segregation and skill full preparation of each one of them is indeed a process of patience and perseverance. Thankfully, the fruit in all its surrender blossoms beautifully for its own self and also by remaining supportive and accepting and not judging and justifying the rest, lets the platter also blossom fully. Even the non consuming fruit has its place as a decorative piece.The mind(fruit) missing here lets them all happen by the one mind, the human being. Blessed with a potential mind, inv...

Moon's shadow on the sun Moods shadow on the man So many present To the solar eclipse to witness, to experience to experiment , to explore... a once-a-while phenomenon How many are aware to be present, to witness to experience, to explore the ever happening endless eclipses of the human mind Be aware of the shadows Its a way to awakening!

On the road, when we drive, it is necessary to ensure to follow the rules of driving for a safe journey. But, have you observed , despite following the rules, sometimes we may end up meeting with an accident? One such accident that took place recently revealed the importance of safe journey not just on the road but also in life to be followed. While seated next to the teenager who was driving the car, i suddenly noticed an almost head on collision with yet another youngster who was on a bike and came and banged at a turn from the wrong side. For a moment, we thought the car must have ran over the boy, but, luckily, nothing happened to him except that both our vehicles had the effects of the bang as evident damage on the body. The boy left the scene. The girl who was driving the car was explaining that she was on the right side and it was his mistake. yes, no doubt on that, but what about the consequences --a narrow miss on a life, damage to the vehicle and above all the trauma she expe...

To the sound of ocean dance as a swimmer To the silence of ocean afloat alive... Swift swimming or a silent afloat ain't it a journey... Once the tossing waves now a guiding star not to any known destination but to the eternal nowhere... Witnessing the creation laying on a water bed eyelids closed vision open to the vastness of emptiness afloat alive...

A talk show on contradictions, confusions and compulsions between the elderly and the next generation brought forth the wrath of the elderly and the lack of compassion of the young. Well anchored by one who knows the art of moving and sliding from side to side to bring the best of the both, gave room for contemplations. Loneliness, the most predominant factor felt among many elders clearly indicates the lack of connectivity." A loner builds walls around but fails to build bridges"-- Walls built in body and mind are barriers, firstly to one's own self. Walls of my family, my friends, my needs...endless it is. Approachability and comfortability becomes an almost impossible task with such an individual, irrespective of age. Awareness in connectivity leads to bridges irrespective of age and creed. None can create the loneliness in any one. A discordant chord within snaps the beauty of alone and confines it in loneliness. Sympathy and a subtle dominance of, "I" ...