Offbeat Spirituality

Here is a list of few simple ideas to improve the gift called 'Life'. Smile.  Don't lie. Show compassion.  Be a world-class listener. Preach less, observe more. Don't give advice unless asked. Leave people better than you found them. Say Please, Kindly and Thank you as many times you can. Learn to ‘let it go’ and discover the joy in 'forgiving' others for their mistakes. Give something to everyone you meet - people don't need things - they want feelings. Share your calm, make the environment peaceful.

I call it “The Time to Charge the Self.” You can be a good parent, a committed high-paying executive, an attentive child, a responsible spouse and a happy person with time for hobbies. How on earth is this possible? Stop creating waste thoughts and begin integration of your mind with the self. Begin with a clear view of what you are – and what you can contribute to every domain of your life – self, home, work and the community. Carefully consider the type of thoughts you create each moment, without ever thinking the repercussions -  and think if all that you bring into mind is that important. Experiment with some minor changes – try SOS – Stand, Observe, Steer – during your normal day routine, take a break from whatever you are doing (this exercise doesn’t take more than 10 seconds), observe your thoughts and steer them in the direction you want. It is important because most of the times you would just not know what is going on in your mind. Over a per...