Belief and Sprituality

In the last fortnight, I have been involved with many things to do with spirituality and the art of living..I read a book by Robin Sharma - "The Monk Who sold his Ferrari". I felt that this book is the westernized book that has captured the essence of what is stated in Bhagvadgita and some of the Hindu Scriptures. I have not read anything in detail either about any religious scriptures or "The Gita", but I have heard similar thoughts at various times in my life from the Hindu Pandits/Swamiji's when they deliver their religious speeches. Its a nice book and I recommend this..Its a small, compact book and captures some little but important things in Life !!!

Coincidently, I also attended the course on "Art of Living" this week, which has been very calming experience. The Pranayama and the Sudarshan Kriya are the key elements apart from some of the important but key Sutras:

- Live in the present moment, not worrying about either the past or future

- Present moment is Inevitable.

- Don't look at intention behind others mistakes, else you will be in tension

-Don't let your mind become a football because of others opinions, because opinions change every now and then.

The course is really effective and can bring about some change and relief to one's mind. Below is something that is stated in the "www.artofliving.org" about what one can expect in the 6 days:

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* Practices that heal and harmonize the body, mind, and spirit
* Skills for handling negative emotions and situations
* Practical wisdom for improving work and relationships
* Insight into the laws that govern the mind and emotions
* Stretching and low-impact yoga for health, circulation, and body stillness
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I recommend everyone to undergo this course to seek some change in perception about Life..