Wisdom of the Sages

1691: Soft Heart, Steady Mind: Bhakti Yoga Wisdom / Q&A Vol. 288

Nov 5, 2025
Discover how to respond to suffering without losing emotional balance. Learn the art of hosting a simple and welcoming satsang at home. Explore the difference between humility, tolerance, and maintaining healthy boundaries. Listen to heartfelt stories of personal encounters with Bhakti and the joy of kirtan. Uncover the importance of patience and living in the moment while striving for spiritual growth without perfectionism.
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ADVICE

Host A Simple Spiritual Reading Group

  • Start a simple weekly spiritual reading group to remove pressure and invite newcomers.
  • Serve light prasad afterwards and build friendship through discussion rather than formal teaching.
ANECDOTE

Instant Love At Murwillumbah Kirtan

  • Lucia described walking into a kirtan at Murwillumbah and instantly falling in love, dancing with tears and goosebumps.
  • That moment launched a deep devotion that has persisted since.
ANECDOTE

Unexpected Kirtan Showered With Flowers

  • Raghunath canceled plans to attend an impromptu kirtan and received garlands and prashad from temple priests.
  • The kirtan turned magical as locals showered petals from the roof over the devotees.
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