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The Anahata Chakra, also known as the Heart Chakra, is the fourth primary energy center in the human subtle body. Located at the center of the chest near the heart region, it is the seat of unconditional love, compassion, and balance. The word “Anahata” means “unstruck” or “unbeaten,” symbolizing a pure sound that is eternal … Read more
The Anahata Chakra is known as the heart center—the sacred seat where human emotion meets divine consciousness. Opening this chakra transforms ordinary feelings into unconditional love that radiates healing energy beyond personal boundaries into universal oneness with The Absolute’s cosmic presence. When closed or imbalanced due to fear, pain, or judgment, the Anahata limits our … Read more
Early Life and Self-Realization Ramana Maharshi was born as Venkataraman Iyer in 1879 in Tiruchuzhi, Tamil Nadu. At the young age of 16, he had a profound spiritual experience that completely transformed his life. He experienced a sudden and intense fear of death, which led him to inquire deeply into the nature of the self. … Read more
A Mysterious Beginning Mouku Podi Swami, also known as Mouna Swami, appeared in Tiruvannamalai in the early 20th century. His origins are shrouded in mystery, as he never spoke about his past or revealed his birth name. The Vow of Silence From the moment he arrived in Tiruvannamalai, Mouku Podi Swami observed complete silence, earning … Read more
Enlightened beings are the living embodiments of divine consciousness, radiating peace, love, and wisdom effortlessly. Their presence on Earth is a beacon of hope and transformation for humanity, guiding us towards inner and outer peace. The significance of enlightened beings in our lives cannot be overstated, as they play a crucial role in elevating individual … Read more
A Humble Beginning Toppi Amma, whose birth name was Soundaram, was born in a small village near Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu. From a young age, she displayed an extraordinary connection with the divine, often falling into spontaneous states of samadhi. . The Transformation As a young woman, Soundaram underwent a profound spiritual transformation. She began to … Read more
Swami Shivananda of Rishikesh was a doctor by profession but eventually became a swami to settle in Rishikesh. Rishikesh is the main yoga town/center in Northern India. Every year thousands of yogis and wonna-be yogis from around the world come to Rishikesh to study yoga like with the Divine Life Society whose founding father is … Read more
Toppi Amma means mother who wears a hat which she used to wear all the time. While living in Tiruvannamalai, I saw Toppi Amma walking the streets, on Girivalam Road around the Arunachala Mountain, and at Yogi Ramsuratkumar Ashram. She never talks to anyone but at times mumbles something. People say its some kind of … Read more