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A Timeless Tale of two birds

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A Timeless Tale of 2 Birds   The knowledge of Ayurveda has its roots in  the Vedas and Upanishads the sacred text of India from which many spiritual philosophies and religions having sprungs. It is a science not only of a physical body, but it goes beyond into the understanding  of consciousness  itself. In the ancient spiritual text called the   Mundaka Upanishad  of India, there is a well-known tale of two birds living in the same tree. The simple story is an allegory for our spiritual journey, the goal and the challenges that we meet along the way. Two birds, bound together in close friendship, live in a tree. One lives amongst the lower branches while the other, a dazzling golden bird, perches high up at the very top of the tree. The lower bird keeps busy all day long, hopping from branch to branch, pecking and eating the fruits of the tree with relish. In trying to find the sweet fruits, it tastes many sour ones. The higher bird has no interest in eati...
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Spirituality And Health

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                   Spirituality And Health Introduction I always believe this! Karmani ave adhikar aste (you have the power to act only) Ma phalesu kadachana (you do not have the power to influence the result) Ma karma phal hetu r bhoo (must act without anticipation of result) Ma sangostu akramani (without succumbing to inaction) Spirituality And Health One often confuses spirituality with religion, but apparently they are different. Religious practice depends on faith and belief, but does such practice make one spiritual ?  'Spiritual' essentially refers to a healthy state of mind irrespective to one's religion, priest, class, caste or profession, social status etc. A spiritual person is one who has qualities like : Simplicity  Cheerful Contended Courages Justice Helpful without expectation  Honesty Keeping one's words Physically active Generous deeds In "Ayurveda" there is a comprehensive term for health which is " Swast...
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Om Chanting

                          Om Chanting                                           An effective therapy for Asthma attack. Udgeeth Pranayama - Pronouncing ‘OUM’ (ओउम )while taking a deep breath.
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