Results for: Bodhinatha, audio, family

Eternal Now: Contentment, Satisfied with Current Conditions

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2022-09-05

By study and self-discipline, principles of family life become permeated though your entire being and you become close...

The Human Aura, Soul Body, the Real You

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2022-05-18

The first great attainment of the aspirant is the experiencing of inner light. It is the soul body...

Facing Challenges With Affirmations

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2020-03-25

Affirmation is an excellent way of calming the mind and avoiding states of mind such as worry and...

How Can We Be Strong Saivite Hindus?

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2019-02-14

Gurudeva: "The time has come for Hindus of all races, all nations, of all cultures, of all sects to stand up and let the peoples of the world know of the great religion of which they are one of the staunch adherents." The first way of learning religion is to memorize its tenants. The challenge of living with...

What Is the Ideal Home?

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2018-09-04

"Harmony is a fragile vibration which the family protects." Gurudeva expressed how deeply integral the Tirukural was to his teachings. It is not enough to take...

What Are the Two Paths?

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2018-01-04

Bodhinatha addresses the misconception that householders should be detached from their family and professional life. Using the Tirukural...

What Is Dharma?

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2017-09-29

Dharma is religious patterns which when followed promote the wellbeing of the individual, the family and society. Patterns...

Who Are the Devas?

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2017-07-24

Religion is the working together of the beings in the three worlds. The first way we actually experience...

What Are Our Holy Scriptures?

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2017-03-22

Within our Saiva Siddhanta Holy Scriptures the Saiva Agamas explain the basis of temple ceremonies and worship plus...

All Religions Not the Same; Right Beliefs; Accepting

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2014-03-02

"Truth is one, paths are many." Some religions feel that it's their duty to try and convert, that theirs is the only true...

Patience with karma. Double your Practice.

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2012-10-31

Ashramas in family life keep us busy up to age 72 but then there's more time; double your...

The Two Paths of Hinduism

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2010-01-08

Blue in the outer aura. Pure devotion does not contain the grey of fear. See dharma properly: duty...

Raising children with Positive Discipline, consensualocracy.

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2009-04-04

Positive discipline: kindness, respect, firmness, encouragement and family closeness following the principles of ahimsa. Raise and develop children...

Seeing Siva in Everyone

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2008-03-01

Here Bodhinatha reads from the daily Living with Siva lesson 323 on The Guru Tradition. After reading a...

The State of the World

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2007-03-20

Three viewpoints on the state of the world: trying to improve it, being realistic about trying to change...

Hindu Temple of Atlanta, diversity, Nartana Ritau

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2005-04-13

Bodhinatha reviews last year's visit to the Siva Temple of Atlanta and preparation for this year's visit, He...

Tirukural, Chapter 5-6, Synopsis

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2005-03-11

Bodhinatha continues with his series of synopsis of the Tirukural, Chapters 5-6, Family Life. He uses modern prose...

Parents Teaching Hinduism to Children, Part 3

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2004-05-23

Bodhinatha gives more suggestions on teaching Hinduism to your children. Parents should use a systematic approach to teaching...

Nine Ways to Merge with Siva, Part 1

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2004-02-26

Bodhinatha spoke today on Gurudeva's several ways, nine in all, of merging with Siva, from the simplest to...

Niyama 8 - Vrata, Vows

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2003-08-14

Bodhinatha speaks on the eighth niyama, vrata, the practice of taking vows to ourselves, to the inner worlds...

Niyama 2 - Santosha, Contentment

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2003-07-17

Bodhinatha speaks on santosha, contentment. This niyama is about being content and happy on the inside of ourselves...

Don't Get Stuck in the Mud

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2003-03-30

One reaction many face in life is the feeling of being unworthy and wanting to give up in...

The True Sources of Happiness

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2003-03-08

Bodhinatha describes how harmonious relationships are maintained in grihastha life, in which the natural state is to be...

How Does Moksha Ritau Apply to Family Life?

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2003-02-13

Part 1 of 4 - Bodhinatha talks about the moksha ritau, the cool season and one-third of the...

The Nature of Desire

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2002-11-01

Bodhinatha gives a wonderful discourse on the nature of desire. Gurudeva never asked us to give up desire....

Bodhinatha's Travels to Mauritius part 2

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2002-10-07

Bodhinatha continues his narrative of his visit to Mauritius (part 2). At a Siva temple Bodhinatha gave a...

Responsiveness

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2002-09-11

Responsiveness is important on the spiritual path, both in the monastery and in the family home. Bodhinatha talks...

Vows (Tithing) part 4 of 4

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2002-07-11

Part 4 of 4Bodhinatha continues his talk on vratas by elucidating the dasama bhaga vrata, the tithing vow....

Creating a Family Plan Part 2

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2002-06-19

How do we develop goals as part of our plans? Bodhinatha answers this question in part two of...

Creating a Family Plan Part 1

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2002-06-15

Nartana ritau, the season from mid-April to mid-August, is the season for planning. Gurudeva put emphasis on the...

Noninjury and Brahmacharya

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2002-06-13

Cybertalk: Bodhinatha speaks on vasudhaiva kutumbakam, "The whole world is one family," in reference to the current problem in India. He discusses the...

Gurudeva's Spiritual Toolbox

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2002-05-05

Gurudeva said you can either use these tools, or hang them on the wall. The Yamas and Niyamas...

Ahimsa in Speech (Part 2)

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2002-02-23

Ahimsa is a central principle in Hinduism. Let us take a look at the words we use in...

Ahimsa in Speech (Part 1)

Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami
Given On: 2002-02-22

Ahimsa is a central principle in Hinduism. Let us take a look at the words we use in...