The question is- We say that the divine works through an individual and we also say that doing one’s karma is one’s own responsibility, then where does the divine will and our doer ship start and end.

Om Swami says that when one person comes into another person’s life which results in them not liking the things starting to happen in their life, as they have no control over it, then it is their prarabdh karma. Whenever we step into someone’s life, it is that person’s prarabdh and new karma is born. Whenever one does something as they want to do it, then they are creating new karma. Om Swami says that results of prarabdh karma need not always be from previous lifetimes. Sometimes one can get the result in the same lifetime and it all depends on what kind of actions they did. He says, whatever is in our hands, the responsibility for that too remains only with us and we cannot say that it is divine will. If a person has done an action then that action has been done by that person alone. The blame cannot be shifted to someone else saying that they had influenced them. For one’s thought is their own and only they themselves own it. The more one’s thinking progresses the better will their actions be. For its one’s thought which influences all actions ultimately.

Listen to the full discourse to get a proper insight into this beautiful topic.

Timeline:
00:00 Start
01:31 A beautiful story giving insight into what is karma
04:27 Is prarabdh karma from previous lifetimes only
05:10 What is free will
05:50 Will the divine want a person to be in pain

Thumbnail, Intro and outro animation: Sushree Svadha Om
Piano music: Adi Sharma

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Are You Responsible For Your Karma Part 1 - [Hindi]

Psychotherapist Mark Epstein is often asked how he incorporates his Buddhist practice into his therapy sessions. His latest book offers an answer to that question. In "The Zen of Therapy: Uncovering a Hidden Kindness in Life," Epstein documents dozens of therapy sessions over the course of a year, tracing the Buddhist themes that arise. Weaving together psychoanalytic theory, Zen poetry, and the music of John Cage, Epstein presents a compelling model of therapy as spiritual friendship.

In today’s episode of Tricycle Talks, Tricycle editor-in-chief James Shaheen sits down with Epstein to discuss Zen koans, the improvisational nature of therapy, and the art of listening.

The Zen of Therapy with Mark Epstein

Join Abi for the beginning of 2022 in an exploration of the forest floor each full moon. This is an invitation to enter the tiny universe of wonder that is beneath us when we encounter a forest. 

What richness there is, so much life supporting life, so much communication and interdependence. The complex root systems and mycorrhizal networks, insects, spiders, lichens, mosses and so much more. These gatherings are an opportunity to slow down and listen. Just as these life forms are constantly listening and communicating for the creation of harmony and balance, so are the voices within us, communications and memories held in our bodies, that given the space and opportunity to be heard can arise and be safely expressed. Come and be welcomed however you are, drop into the pause under the bright light of the fullness of the moon and be together across the world to create poetry together from our interactions with the life of the forest floor.

Entering The Invisible Landscapes - The Embodied Forest Meditations - January 2022

The question asked here was - Sometimes when in meditation we reach a stage almost divine but we know that there is an even better stage. How can one get to the first stage at will and then to the second stage?

Om Swami says that any good and recurring experience during meditation is a very good sign. To be in that good state whenever desired, the two things required are extreme mindfulness and a desire and willingness to purify oneself constantly says Om Swami. Supreme mindfulness helps a person in choosing their words and actions and in not pursuing their endless thoughts. Not pursuing thoughts helps a person to be in a blissful state which in turn will help in good meditation he says. To get to the next stage in meditation one needs to do things differently, i.e by challenging themselves and by bringing changes to the quality and quantity of the meditation done. If this is not done, then, one cannot progress but may in all chance digress says Om Swami. He says that unless value is added, spiritual growth cannot happen. One should constantly purify themselves and work on their shortcomings to get to the next stage he says.

Listen to the full discourse to get a proper perspective on this beautiful topic on How to Achieve Advanced Meditation Experiences. 

Timeline:
00:00 Start
00:48 What does it indicate if one reaches any stage in meditation repeatedly?
01:31 What are the two things required to be in a divine state in meditation?
03:13 How does mindfulness help when thoughts attack a person from everywhere?
06:28 Will a person who does the same kind of meditation for the same duration everyday progress spiritually?
07:38 How can one challenge oneself?

Intro and outro animation: Sushree Svadha Om

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How To Achieve Advanced Meditation Experiences  - Om Swami [English]

Om Swami says, sometimes people wonder how to lead one's life or sometimes they ask how do you know it's your inner calling. There comes a moment when you ask yourself, "what are you doing with your life". Om Swami talks about a book called the Second Mountain that he read a while back. The book says there are two mountains in one's life. When one tries to climb the first mountain, they want to reach the top of the summit and conquer the mountain. This is based on our desires in wanting to achieve success as we have been taught we will be happy when we conquer that mountain. In reality, that is often not the case, once we get what we set out to, there comes a moment where you realize that, "I'm on top of the summit but where do I go from here". That's where inner calling comes into play. That calling is so strong that we are no longer nagged by our ambition, instead we want to surrender, and we want a bigger thing to draw us into a grander existence. 

Listen to the full discourse to get deeper insights into the topic of Inner Calling. 

Timeline:
00:00 Start
00:25 How do you find your inner calling?
04:04 An anecdote from Leo Tolstoy's life
07:20: How to experience contentment


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How Do You Find Your Inner Calling? - Om Swami [English]

Mahatma Gandhi on Importance of Cleanliness in a  Post Prayer Speech at Birla Bhavan, New Delhi on 1st October 1947

Mahatma Gandhi on Importance of Cleanliness

Meet your inner vulnerable hurt sad down parts with compassion for deep healing.

Self Tenderness Meditation

Guided akashic record healing journey meditation

A short Yoga Nidra meditation practice to encourage deep rest in the body.

Yoga Nidra

use this activation to heal through deep gamma waves on your genetic blueprint for fulfillment, health and peace of mind

Healing activation blueprint

Theta Waves Zen Meditation: Binaural Beats & Isochronic Tones Music & Nature Sounds

Meditation for Soothing Sleep (6.1 Hz Theta Frequency Binaural Beats)

Om Swami is a Himalayan monk, adept in meditation. At the peak of his meditative practice, he was meditating for 22 hours a day. He has spent 15,000+ hours meditating & has experienced our sublime consciousness in ways that defy any scientific understanding.

Researchers from IIT in India have studied the remarkable effects of his intense practice and published the results in a 2019 research paper https://bit.ly/3axrzdv 

After coming back from Himalayas, Swami wanted to help sincere seekers in search of enlightenment. Gradually he realized that people wanted his help for various ‘how to’ in life (joy, relationship, anger, work, self-discipline, stress, etc). Through his talks, seminars, books, and videos – his purpose remains the same – to help people. 

Whether you are practicing meditation, mindfulness, or simply looking for help with self-discipline – this channel can help. Think of it as a series of self-help videos and don’t forget to

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How To Achieve Advanced Meditation Experiences - Om Swami [English]

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