The author highlights the words of the Mother and Sri Aurobindo to throw light on the origin and nature of parental love and love between family relations and friends. We also see how human love and relationships can never satisfy the deep thirst for love which can only be quenched by the divine love.
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A conscious change in the human birthing and parenting can be an important and undeniable way to enable the creation of a conscious humanity.
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In the Guiding Light feature we present selected passages from the Mother on the meaning of true maternity, conscious conception, pregnancy and parenting.
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The Mother explains that even when the soul has come consciously and has participated in the formation of the physical body, so long as the body is formed in the usual animal way, it will have to struggle and correct all those things which come from this human animality.
Conscious Conception, Soul’s Choice and More Read More »
Progressive ideas on parenting accepted by growing sections of humanity are part of an evolutionary movement to an age of deeper subjectivism.
Parenting and Education in Subjective Age Read More »
A passage from the Mother’s message titled “To the Women of Japan”. This was written sometime between 1916-1920 during her stay in Japan.
“The Superman Shall be Born of Woman” Read More »
Watch this video for some insights into new challenges for parents now that the new consciousness is at work on the earth. Also reflect on a fundamental question: why does one want to have a child?
Parenting in the New Age (Video) Read More »
Read excerpts from ‘How to Bring Up a Child’ which is primarily a compilation of practical guidance on parenting given by the Mother.
“How to Bring Up a Child”: A Practical Compilation Read More »
Read about the heroic motherhood that Kunti epitomises for all times to come. Kunti stands out as a symbol of patience, courage, sacrifice and forbearance.
Kunti – A Paradigm of Conscious Parenting Read More »
The author takes a fascinating example from the world of literature to speak of the significance of self-giving in parenting and all human relationships.
Self-giving that Transforms Human Relationships Read More »
We speak with Vijayalakshmi C. about her experience in consciously preparing herself for pregnancy and childbirth. She shares with us how her study of the writings of the Mother and our ancient practices of Sanatana Dharma guided her in this journey.
Conscious Conception and Pregnancy: Listening to a Personal Journey (Video) Read More »
We feature a few stories told by the Mother which help children learn how to keep widening the definition of family, and thereby grow in capacity for love.
What is a Family?: Tales Told by the Mother Read More »
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 »
A deeply inspiring conversation with a three-member team from Bengaluru-based Creative School. Inspired by the Integral Education teachings of the Mother and Sri Aurobindo and other spiritual masters, this institution is described by its members as a conscious community and holistic school for children, parents and teachers.
A Creative Gurukul for a New Age (Video) Read More »
In these delightful timeless tales retold by the Mother we get some important lessons on the value of straightforwardness, speaking the truth without any fear, and the importance of growing in sincerity for destroying falsehood and hypocrisy.
Of Animals, Kings, Pundits and Rishis: Sincerity Stories as Told by the Mother Read More »
These selections taken from the Mother’s volumes highlight some practical advise on how to inculcate the values of sincerity, honesty, straightforwardness, courage, unselfishness, patience, endurance, perseverance, and self-control in children from an early age. She reminds the parents and educators that these things are taught infinitely better by example than by beautiful speeches.
Inculcating Sincerity in Children: Guidance for Parents and Teachers Read More »
India needs Shakti alone, said Sri Aurobindo once. What can help Indians, and especially the youth of India grow in Shakti? What factors hold us back? What is necessary to infuse our knowledge with courage? What needs to be done to strengthen our society from within? These and other related questions were explored in this conversation with Sandeep Balakrishna, presented here in three parts.
“Solid Grounding in Fundamentals” – A Conversation with Sandeep Balakrishna (Part 1) Read More »