A vasana is a habit or tendency that has developed over time. The thoughts we think, actions we take, and how our lives unfold are largely driven by our vasanas. The person’s challenge is to develop helpful vasanas (uplifting socializing, healthy eating, positive hobbies) and reduce the pull of unhelpful tendencies. Children can be taught these principles and in that way at least start to notice how they behave and the effects on their lives. Continue reading “Surfing the vasana”
Month: February 2018
What is God?
Helping children to understand the concept of ‘God’ in nonduality terms can be challenging. It’s pretty easy to think of God as a large Man in the sky to whom you pray. That’s the prevailing western ‘knowledge’. Correcting this notion is the bedrock of nonduality. Continue reading “What is God?”
Re-brand ‘Homework’
Instead of viewing homework as a necessary evil, try changing your mindset and view it as a special time with your child. Find a quiet space (we do homework in their rooms) and let the other children know that they are not to disturb you – they are likely to oblige as they will want their own undisturbed parent time too. Continue reading “Re-brand ‘Homework’”
An unexpected change in dharma…
For my early adult life I was a very successful and happy entrepreneur. I had grand plans to carry on for the foreseeable future…all was good. Alas, the Field (Ishvara) had other plans for me! Continue reading “An unexpected change in dharma…”
