Life constantly pulls us towards doing more, achieving more and experiencing more. But sustainable regulation cannot depend on willpower alone. As I reflect on another birthday, I find myself returning to meditation, wisdom and the delicate art of knowing when to act, when to let go, and when to simply be.
Author: Shailesh Venkatesh
The difference between a brake and a steering wheel
Most of us have brakes for the mind. We call them sleep, entertainment, or distraction. But what if the real question is not how to stop the mind, but how to steer it? This is why I teach meditation.
Questions, Laughter & Wisdom
What is surrender? Why do cravings arise? How do we communicate, lead, or find happiness? In a lively session filled with humour, stories, and wisdom, Balwinder ji’s responses to these questions seemed to point in the same direction: freedom begins when we stop taking the movements of the mind so seriously and learn to witness them instead.
The Unexpected Gift of Being Unwell
For three weeks, I was able to do very little except work and rest. I was unwell with nothing more serious than a sore throat, but it was severe enough to drain me of the energy and zest I normally bring to many of the things I love doing. Sometimes acceptance doesn't change our circumstances. It changes what we discover within them.
Pleasure is Easy, Peace is Earned
May the year of the Horse bring focus, resilience and fulfilment Gong Xi Fa Cai I have had an enjoyable break over the CNY holiday that started last Saturday. In this fast-paced world of endless to-do lists and an unending stream of messages competing for our attention, I sometimes ask myself - why do I … Continue reading Pleasure is Easy, Peace is Earned
पतंजलि योग सूत्र – संक्षिप्त विवरण
पतंजलि योग सूत्र के अभिप्राय को समझने के मार्ग पर तेज़ होना धीमा है। लेकिन यदि आप संक्षिप्त विवरण पर जोर देते हैं, तो यहाँ गुरुदेव श्री श्री रविशंकर की पतंजलि योग सूत्र पर टिप्पणी का एक अंश दिया गया है। हमारा मन लगातार चंचल रहता है। मन में 5 प्रकार के परिवर्तन होते हैं … Continue reading पतंजलि योग सूत्र – संक्षिप्त विवरण
Mysuru Musings: Family, Food and Finding Joy in Simple Things
What are the ingredients of a great holiday? Family - A visit to Mysuru is a stay with my in-laws, a visit to the Reiki House - ie my in-laws home that also doubles as a Reiki Healing service centre. My in-laws have had outstanding success as healers. Their customers come from far and wide. … Continue reading Mysuru Musings: Family, Food and Finding Joy in Simple Things
Step Into 2025 With Clarity
For me the year 2024 was filled with a lot of revealing experiences of the power of and the need for meditation. Contrary to what might appear (everything moving along smoothly), I have had many moments in 2024 that seemed very challenging including loss of sleep, physical pain and deep rooted fears. I am not … Continue reading Step Into 2025 With Clarity
Shailesh Venkatesh 