We all yearn for happiness. And now, everywhere we turn we see books, teachers, and traditions offering methods to cultivate it. Meditations, affirmations, and gratitude practices, even renunciation are often prescribed as pathways to happiness. But what if all these methods are missing the point? What if happiness is not something to be attained but something that emerges when all…
Category: Self-Knowledge
From Fear to Truth and Love: Where Your Real Power Lies
Most of us live trapped in an invisible prison of fear: fear of rejection, fear of loss, fear of failure, fear of disease, and so on. This fear-driven reality keeps us entangled in the limited perception of external circumstances, reinforcing the illusion that power exists outside of ourselves. We cling to different identities, people, and achievements, unaware that the very…
Venus Retrograde: A Portal to Self-Love and Inner Freedom
This year’s Venus retrograde happens between March 1st and April 12th (plus the shadow periods right before and after). When any planet goes retrograde, that is, when it gives the impression of slowing down and moving backwards, it invites us to turn inward. So, when Venus—the planet of love, beauty, values, and money—does this, we are called to re-examine the…
How to Break Free From the Ego Consciousness In Which Society Traps You
From the moment you are born, you are conditioned to see yourself as a separate individual. You are given a name, a gender label, a predominant role in the family, and specific guidelines to measure and direct your behavior. Later on, you continue to define yourself by your possessions, social roles, and achievements. Society reinforces ego consciousness by placing value…
The Power of Pluto in Aquarius and Other Important Changes Ahead
New cosmic shifts promise to usher in a profound transformation starting in 2025. Among these, Pluto’s journey into Aquarius is one of the most significant astrological events of our time. Pluto, the planet of transformation, power, and rebirth transiting the innovative and community-oriented sign of Aquarius heralds a new era for humanity and the collective consciousness. Pluto rules the underworld.…
Harness Your Inner Power By Embracing the Messiness of Life
Do you think that your life is not what you thought it would or should be? Most people do, because the ego-mind tends to focus on whatever is missing or painful or imperfect. In the pursuit of an ideal or “perfect life,” we often overlook the beauty hidden in what appears to be mistakes or flaws. But if we embrace…
How Do You Know if You’re Acting From Intuition or Fear?
In the journey of self-discovery, our actions are shaped by the subtle interplay between intuition or insight and fear or resistance. Intuition connects us to our inner guidance while fear points at perceived threats, often leading to hesitation or impulsive action. But these forces can be easily confused because the ego-mind can deceive us to remain in control of our…