Oct 17 2011: Is it really possible to live in the present?
We carry a bag load of memories from the past
AND
The thought of the future, makes us plan a lot more.
Generally the ‘present ‘ is crushed in between these two.
With out wasting a moment in our life if we do our duty,
The ‘memories from the past’ will stop bothering us.
The result of above ‘penance’ will give us the confidence
To face the future. Hence the thought of the future will
Not create a fear. This will concretize the planning of the future.
When the past becomes irrelevant, the future least fearful
We will, LIVE IN THE PRESENT
Oct 16 2011: If we look into it a little deeper,we,as human beings are talking about 'What are the boundaries of life?';
Even among the other biologically defined living species,this question may not arise.This if can
happen in a species that have already existing on the planet for millions of years ,comparatively
for a species that are brought forth may take a very long time,Unless you implant the question
in them?
If we look at it in another angle ,the food we eat , is got from is formed from inanimate things.
Lack of certain minerals , vitamins etc. can cause some disease, in so called living bodies.
So the minerals at elemental level have no life but when ingested and help the functioning
of the body is alive?
The 'consciousness', within us is the thing which defines the boundaries of life.
Oct 15 2011: Creativity is the response to the inquisitiveness in each person,
hence it can never be killed.
Apart from basics of reading, writing and arithmetic the purpose
of education should be to question everything and seek the truth.
The fear of future is main reason that stops the creativity in man.
The fear of future can be removed by developing SELF CONFIDENCE.
Oct 14 2011: Mind is like a monkey,it can jump from one thought to another nonstop.
If the negative thoughts emerge and goes into a spiral, the tornado
created within will destroy the ability to reason causing depression.
The ability of a person to be watchful of his own thoughts and
correct the course when required is the real SELF CONFIDENCE.
To develop this SELF CONFIDENCE you can seek professional help
or the most important , develop your self confidence by questioning
every thing with out tiring and get the answers to your questions.
Spirituality with the right spirit is an absolute antidote to low self esteem.
Every body is born and every body has to one day perish, but what to
do in between these two is a big question. The one's who can find even
glimpse of meaning of life set some goals and spend time to fulfill them,
others when they fail to see any purpose to continue living find a solution
in suicide.
Finding the purpose of life gives a meaning to living.
Oct 11 2011: Creativity is a quest in search of truth(unconsciously) which will give us perpetual happiness.
The arena of creativity is so vast, arena generally becomes the destination ,in the process
losing creativity.
As long as creativity is alive we are treading the right path in our respective
fields and consequently our lives.
Oct 10 2011: As each drop of water come together to form an ocean,each individual has to put in his effort to
contemplate without fear, bias and other external influences to search for the truth that existed,
prevails and be there eternally:if you forget the color of our skin,if we remove the notion of
nationality,be ego less of whatever possessions that you have and not let religion's divide us,
WE ARE ALL ONE.
Oct 9 2011: The pursuit of meaning in our lives has been unknowingly pursued.
The first natural instinct is FOOD. When hunger is satiated
The other natural instincts take over.
Further down the line when we are substantially satisfied
(which again varies from person to person),the questioning
Starts about the ‘meaning in our lives’ and it’s purpose.
The driving factor in this quest is the inherent desire for
A happy life.After food, shelter and other basic desires,
The norms of the society start dictating.The desire for
Name,fame,power,money takes over.The irony is only
Some achieve it furthering the rate of desire, of, rest of the
Populace .
The people away from the rat race out of choice or may be
Out of other compulsions and have the capacity to think out
Of the box positively carry the quest to further realm’s.
The other category are the dedicated professionals:
scientists, astronomers,philosophers,businessmen(?)
(steve jobs,..)etc. .At the physical realm, so far there seems to be no end to the quest,one thing is leading to the other.
Now comes the religion on which the burden of the quest is
Vested upon.Each individual depending on his capacity if ends half way leads to frustration.With Appropriate faith(leading to gods grace) and forthright questioning self realization has to be pursued,To get the true meaning of life.
Oct 8 2011: Morality has a set of rules. They vary from place to place,
Time to time and region to region. This just goes to show MORALITY,
Is a concept of the MIND,deemed fit for a society to run in a PROPER,
Way . Here again PROPER ,can always be defined and redefined.
Science can go to the level of DNA and further down, but again it
Is for each individual.If the individual is in a secluded place what
Morality will come into play?
When the individuals join to form a group, morality comes into play.
The place of our birth influences the concept of morality. The place
Itself is influenced by the prevailing religion and living conditions.
If the prevailing religion shows the right temper to question and
Then accept , the society will benefit .
Apart from religion ,the icons of public life influence the society.
Hence morals are always in a fluid state, ever getting changed
And influenced by the times prevailing.
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A comment on Conversation: Would like you to add personal suggestions on how we can root ourselves in the present moment more deeply every moment.
We carry a bag load of memories from the past
AND
The thought of the future, makes us plan a lot more.
Generally the ‘present ‘ is crushed in between these two.
With out wasting a moment in our life if we do our duty,
The ‘memories from the past’ will stop bothering us.
The result of above ‘penance’ will give us the confidence
To face the future. Hence the thought of the future will
Not create a fear. This will concretize the planning of the future.
When the past becomes irrelevant, the future least fearful
We will, LIVE IN THE PRESENT
A comment on Conversation: What are the boundaries of life?
Even among the other biologically defined living species,this question may not arise.This if can
happen in a species that have already existing on the planet for millions of years ,comparatively
for a species that are brought forth may take a very long time,Unless you implant the question
in them?
If we look at it in another angle ,the food we eat , is got from is formed from inanimate things.
Lack of certain minerals , vitamins etc. can cause some disease, in so called living bodies.
So the minerals at elemental level have no life but when ingested and help the functioning
of the body is alive?
The 'consciousness', within us is the thing which defines the boundaries of life.
A comment on Conversation: What place does creativity have in education?
hence it can never be killed.
Apart from basics of reading, writing and arithmetic the purpose
of education should be to question everything and seek the truth.
The fear of future is main reason that stops the creativity in man.
The fear of future can be removed by developing SELF CONFIDENCE.
A comment on Conversation: What can we do about the constant rise of depression and suicide in young adults?
If the negative thoughts emerge and goes into a spiral, the tornado
created within will destroy the ability to reason causing depression.
The ability of a person to be watchful of his own thoughts and
correct the course when required is the real SELF CONFIDENCE.
To develop this SELF CONFIDENCE you can seek professional help
or the most important , develop your self confidence by questioning
every thing with out tiring and get the answers to your questions.
Spirituality with the right spirit is an absolute antidote to low self esteem.
Every body is born and every body has to one day perish, but what to
do in between these two is a big question. The one's who can find even
glimpse of meaning of life set some goals and spend time to fulfill them,
others when they fail to see any purpose to continue living find a solution
in suicide.
Finding the purpose of life gives a meaning to living.
A comment on Conversation: Why Is It ImPoRtAnT To Be CREATivE?
The arena of creativity is so vast, arena generally becomes the destination ,in the process
losing creativity.
As long as creativity is alive we are treading the right path in our respective
fields and consequently our lives.
A reply on Conversation: It seems the conversationalists herein have relegated the golden rule to the world’s list of bad ideas.
A reply on Conversation: It seems the conversationalists herein have relegated the golden rule to the world’s list of bad ideas.
A comment on Conversation: It seems the conversationalists herein have relegated the golden rule to the world’s list of bad ideas.
contemplate without fear, bias and other external influences to search for the truth that existed,
prevails and be there eternally:if you forget the color of our skin,if we remove the notion of
nationality,be ego less of whatever possessions that you have and not let religion's divide us,
WE ARE ALL ONE.
A comment on Conversation: Man's Search for Meaning. Is there a meaning to our lives or is it all meaningless?
The first natural instinct is FOOD. When hunger is satiated
The other natural instincts take over.
Further down the line when we are substantially satisfied
(which again varies from person to person),the questioning
Starts about the ‘meaning in our lives’ and it’s purpose.
The driving factor in this quest is the inherent desire for
A happy life.After food, shelter and other basic desires,
The norms of the society start dictating.The desire for
Name,fame,power,money takes over.The irony is only
Some achieve it furthering the rate of desire, of, rest of the
Populace .
The people away from the rat race out of choice or may be
Out of other compulsions and have the capacity to think out
Of the box positively carry the quest to further realm’s.
The other category are the dedicated professionals:
scientists, astronomers,philosophers,businessmen(?)
(steve jobs,..)etc. .At the physical realm, so far there seems to be no end to the quest,one thing is leading to the other.
Now comes the religion on which the burden of the quest is
Vested upon.Each individual depending on his capacity if ends half way leads to frustration.With Appropriate faith(leading to gods grace) and forthright questioning self realization has to be pursued,To get the true meaning of life.
A comment on Conversation: Morality is better informed by science than it is by religion
Time to time and region to region. This just goes to show MORALITY,
Is a concept of the MIND,deemed fit for a society to run in a PROPER,
Way . Here again PROPER ,can always be defined and redefined.
Science can go to the level of DNA and further down, but again it
Is for each individual.If the individual is in a secluded place what
Morality will come into play?
When the individuals join to form a group, morality comes into play.
The place of our birth influences the concept of morality. The place
Itself is influenced by the prevailing religion and living conditions.
If the prevailing religion shows the right temper to question and
Then accept , the society will benefit .
Apart from religion ,the icons of public life influence the society.
Hence morals are always in a fluid state, ever getting changed
And influenced by the times prevailing.