“A privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.”   ~ Carl Jung For many people, a spiritual journey starts with the question “Who am I?” This question reaches far deeper than the image we project; it is more than gender, race, religion, job title, or status. We all admire authenticity and desire to be authentic ourselves. To be authentic means that our thoughts and actions are in harmony. It means being true to who we really are. The journey is not only about Who am I? but also...

Understanding the relationship between stress and relaxation The modern world puts a lot of stress and pressure on individuals. When we’re stressed, our body releases hormones like adrenaline and cortisol. These get us ready to react quickly by boosting our energy, heart rate, and focus—our natural 'fight-or-flight' response. Which is good when we are in danger, but terrible if it becomes chronic. We often forget that our mental and physical health depend on our ability to relax. There are...

There are two different spellings of this word: Gassho or Gasshou. Word Gassho translates as bring your palms together or praying hands. We can find this hand position in almost every culture, from the West to the East. Most of us are familiar with this gesture as part of a greeting or a prayer. In several countries, this gesture could mean “hello,” “goodbye,” or “thank you.” They hold significant meaning and represent not just tradition but ancient wisdom. Gassho becomes an essential part of...