The author reminds us that often the presence of children has the potential to invoke in the grownups nobler qualities of the heart and of the psychic being.
Child as a Role Model and a Precursor of New World Read More »
The author speaks of the need for a sincere introspection and a conscious preparation when balancing the demands of parenting and career.
Working Mums: A Letter to All Concerned Read More »
Many readers who grew up with mothers who worked outside the home while also fully engaged in parenting will connect with this author’s experience.
“I have a working mother, Sir”: A Daughter Remembers Read More »
The first poem reminds us that children are capable of dreaming of a glorious future. The second speaks of the significance of parents’ aspiration and preparation for bringing down a conscious soul on earth.
Two Poems on Conscious Parenting Read More »
An issue focusing on yoga, in honour of International Yoga Day, June 21. Ongoing series on Psychology of Indian Nationalism continues with focus on ancient Rishis envisioning a polity in alignment with the spirit and ideals of Indian culture.
India for Yoga, Yoga for India Read More »
Some insights from Sri Aurobindo and the Mother on deeper meaning and aim of Yoga, a methodised effort towards self-perfection by the expression of the secret potentialities latent in the being.
“All Life is Yoga” Read More »
In the matter of yoga a little experience is worth much more than long dissertations. But it is also good to have a clear understanding of what has to be done and realised, of what is required and of the main lines of the process.
To a Seeker in the West – More Advice from Sri Aurobindo Read More »
It is true that Yoga demands an equipoise and that every weak point, physical or mental, is a source of much trouble and much difficulty. But what is, should always be taken as it is; it is inevitably the point from which one has to start. And the start must be made forthwith.
To a Beginner in Yoga: Some Advice from Sri Aurobindo Read More »