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Awareness

“I behold the world with eyes of calmness and of faith. For I know that, as I view others, so will I myself become.” (from Affirmations for Self-Healing by Swami Kriyananda) Learning to Love Everyone by Nayaswami Pushpa In 2005 I went on pilgrimage to India. It was our last day and we were in Kolkata. I had an earlier … Read More

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Perseverance

“I will finish what I set my mind to do before leaving it for something else. My word is my bond. So also is my resolution.” (from Affirmations for Self-Healing by Swami Kriyananda) My Mum’s Perseverance by Nayaswami Pushpa My mother was a strong, tenacious woman. When she set her mind on something, she didn’t give up until she had … Read More

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Discrimination

“Resolutely I quell my inclinations, that my mind be open to the wisdom-guidance of my soul.” (from Affirmations for Self-Healing by Swami Kriyananda) Discriminating Wisely Ends Suffering! by Nayaswami Pushpa I had always thought I was an honest person. If I found someone’s wallet, I would turn it in. I would point out to the cashier if they had given … Read More

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Humor

“In laughter I recall my own mistakes. Merriest am I when, by laughing, I include myself!” (from Affirmations for Self-Healing by Swami Kriyananda) Living Life with Humor by Nayaswami Pushpa I grew up in South Wales where it rains so much that when a songbird opens its beak to sing, the only sound that escapes is a gargle!  South Wales, … Read More

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Power

“Mine is the power of the universe, channeled for my own awakening and the awakening of other sleeping souls!” (from Affirmations for Self-Healing by Swami Kriyananda) The Power to Change Personal Reflection by Nayaswami Pushpa Over the past few years I have felt apathy for daily living on this planet. It started just before Covid. I got laid off when … Read More

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Income

“The treasury of the Infinite is mine, for its wealth is energy, and I am energy!” -from Affirmations for Self-Healing by Swami Kriyananda “Why Are You Doing All This?” Personal Reflection by Nayaswami Pushpa I had attained a certain degree of success in my career. I had purchased a townhouse in an upscale Chicago suburb. It encompassed 1700 square feet, … Read More

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Practicality

“Though my spirit soars in the skies of consciousness, my feet and hands labor here on earth to make truth real to all.” (from Affirmations for Self-Healing by Swami Kriyananda) Be Practical in Your Idealism Personal Reflection by Nayaswami Pushpa I have always loved making and building things. As a young child of two or three my prized possession was a box … Read More

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Consideration for Others

“By sensitivity to others’ realities, I keep myself in readiness to perceive the truth no matter what garb it wears.”  (from Affirmations for Self-Healing by Swami Kriyananda) Our Constant Companion, Mrs. Bedonebyasyoudid! by Nayaswami Pushpa I recently read a book in the public domain titled The Water-Babies. The book—a fairy tale, really—was written by Charles Kingsley* for his young son. … Read More

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Self Control: Learning to Behave

“I am strong in myself. I am complete in my Self. The joy and perfection of the universe await discovery within my inner being!” (from Affirmations for Self-Healing by Swami Kriyananda) Self Control: Learning to Behave Personal Reflection by Nayaswami Pushpa Dear Friend, Paramhansa Yogananda’s guru, Swami Sri Yukteswar, said that we need to “learn to behave” in thought, word, and deed. … Read More

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Renunciation

“I spurn the tempting magic of this world, with its rainbow bubbles, ever ready to burst. See where I fly: high above the tall mountains. I am free! I am free!” (from Affirmations for Self-Healing by Swami Kriyananda) The Most Important Decision of My Life Personal Reflection by Nayaswami Pushpa Dear Friend, Even from a young age, I was very independent. I … Read More