Tag: spirituality
Uncover the Balinese philosophies that shape everyday life in Bali.
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Everyday life in Bali begins with the melodious chorus of birds and roosters, gently awakening the island to welcome another blessed day. As the sun rises, the soft light spills over the lush landscapes, casting a golden glow on the terraced rice fields and vibrant temples. The morning air is…
Chasing Shadows: What to Expect During the Solar Eclipse of September 2025
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As we move through the year, astronomy enthusiasts and curious observers alike have their sights set on a spectacular event: the total solar eclipse on September 23, 2025. A solar eclipse occurs when the moon moves between the Earth and the sun, blocking all or part of the sun’s light.…
MY JOURNEY THROUGH THE LAND OF THE THUNDER DRAGON – BHUTAN
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Bhutan is truly one of the last enchanting Buddhist kingdoms in the Himalayas, celebrated for its vibrant culture and profound spiritual traditions. With a population essentially embracing Vajrayana Buddhism, the Bhutanese way of life is wonderfully infused with meaningful rituals, lively festivals, and values that foster harmony and happiness.The country…
Ashtanga Yoga Sutra : 5. Pratyahara
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Pratyahara is seen as the bridge from the external practice to the internal practice. The fifth limb of Ashtanga Yoga is preparing the individual to enter the more intense level of controlling and harmonizing the inner world. Pratyahara comes from 2 Sanskrit words, “prati” which means against or away, and “ahara” which means food. Pratyahara can be translated as…
Blessing by Varuna at The Sea
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Water , one of the element in this nature that provides living to many lives. It is so important till we – human – won’t be able to survive many days without it. Our only planet or the macrocosmos consisting 70% of water. The same to human body mostly consist…
Ashtanga Yoga Sutra : 3. Asanas
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After Yama and Niyama is steadiness in postures – Asanas. Steady , strong and firmly grounded is a great foundation in life. While applying steadiness remain to stay gentle. Without punishing ourselves to bend to the maximum until our body is aching or hurted. Flexibility is not the goal –…
Spirituality : Vibration & Energy
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In my personal opinion , I found that spirituality is a state when you achieve an understanding that everything is a spirit based. The trees , the mountains , the earth , the ocean , the water along with thousand of other creatures. As it alive , so it vibrating.…
Bali Life’s Wisdom
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Daily life in Bali ruled by spirituality. Gratitude , daily ritual , and praying are practised on daily basis. Everyday , day or night the air will just smell so fragrance from the burning incense that placed on top of canang offering. This is how the Balinese express their gratitude…