I [Sri H.W.L. Poonja (Papaji)] was staying in Ramanashram before the partition of India in 1947. One day in the … More
Category: Philosophy for Everyday Life
Caste System
Check out my various writings and posts on the Caste System: Gita’s Stance on Caste – https://telanganatoday.com/gitas-stance-on-caste A Philosophical Take … More
Know Thyself
I sit here this eveningManufacturing thoughts and feelingsElse one can feel so deadA kind of meditationMeditating on oneselfOn one’s life … More
The Barrier to Happiness & Love
“It’s the ego, Sam, ego.”
The Bridge to Divinity
“The bridge between man and God seems to be made out of love. And, maybe even the bridge between two … More
The Love-Hate Relationship
“I have always loved and cherished my friends more than they ever loved me or cherished me. For instance, I … More
Perverse Psychology
“The only way some people can feel on top is by putting you down.”
Insecurity
“The world is full of insecure people.”
The Rub
“Nothing irritates a smart person more than being considered less intelligent than one is, especially when the person making one … More
Intelligence
“Unless you have a swagger, people think you are less intelligent.”