Let the Weaknesses be Strengths.

If weaknesses become our strengths, they can no longer be called as weaknesses, right?
What can be categorized as weakness?
1. One can set aside everything for this.
2. It is beyound our to control.
3. One may want to say no, but cannot say so.
4. We know it may be incorrect, but still we decide go ahead.
5. We hardly  think of the consequences when we are faced with it.

A hobby, an attachment, a habit, an urge, a person, a situation, can be sources of weakness.

Weaknesses may be turned into Strengths by focusing on channelizing what exactly is bowing us down.

1. Perfectionism: The Weakness may cause delays or stress. To convert it into Strength we may ensures high-quality outcomes.
2. Shyness: The Weakness may cause delays and difficulties to move around with ease in social situations. To make it into a Strength one may practice active listening and  careful observation and thereby a meaningful way to work around any  relationships.
3. Impatience: The Weakness may cause Frustration when encountering with delays.To translate that into a Strength one may think of way to be  efficiency at minimum attempts of that work by quick decision-making.  Have a great time channelizing. 

All parenting is Real

Parenting is as dynamic as it can get. There may be regrets, doubts, guilt if there are many challenges to parenting. Sometimes we may know the right thing to do but our emotions get in the way and we may make mistakes. In such a world ,  any valuable insights on parenting always seem welcome. I sincerely wish, pray and hope they work for you as you are searching to improve and learn. Here are some ways that may resonate with us:

1. Practice Detachment (Vairagya) -Detachment means much deeper and is far from being uninvolved or uncaring. It means letting go of attachment to specific outcomes and expectations. Allowing  our adult children to make their own decisions and learn from their experiences. As long as they are safe it is just an experiment that happened. 

2. Cultivate Equanimity (Sama)-Maintain a calm and composed demeanor, even in challenging situations. This helps create a peaceful environment and allows your adult children to feel comfortable approaching you with their concerns.

3. Foster Independence (Swatantra)-Encourage your adult children to take responsibility for their lives and decisions. Support them in developing problem-solving skills and self-reliance.

4. Practice Non-Judgment (Akarma)-Refrain from being overly critical or judgmental. Instead, offer guidance and support while allowing your adult children to learn from their mistakes.

5. Embody Values (Achara)-Model the values and behaviors you want your adult children to adopt. Demonstrate qualities like honesty, compassion, and respect, and they will be more likely to follow your example.

6. Maintain Open Communication (Sambandha)-Establish and maintain open, honest communication with your adult children. Listen actively and respond thoughtfully, creating a safe space for them to express themselves.

7. Show Unconditional Love (Prema)-Demonstrate unconditional love and acceptance, even when your adult children make choices that differ from your own. This helps build trust and strengthens your relationship.

8. Respect Boundaries (Maryada)-Recognize and respect the boundaries and individuality of your adult children. Avoid overstepping or meddling in their affairs, allowing them to maintain their autonomy.

9. Encourage Self-Reflection (Atma-Vichara)-Inspire your adult children to engage in self-reflection, exploring their values, goals, and aspirations. This helps them develop a stronger sense of self and direction.

10. Seek Wisdom (Gyana)-Continuously seek wisdom and knowledge yourself, recognizing that parenting is a lifelong learning process. Stay humble, and be open to growing and evolving alongside your adult children.

By incorporating these plausible principles, we may foster a strong, loving relationship with our adult children, while also promoting their growth and well-being. The process means letting go of attachment to specific outcomes and expectations. Allowing our adult children to make their own decisions and learn from their experiences. This means one must be parenting as one thinks right.

 Charukesi Ragam for Sad, Broken and Grieving 💔

Charukesi Raga offers Emotional and Psychological Benefits.
The melodies evoke pathos, compassion and devotional feeling in the listener. The gentle and flowing nature of Charukesi can calm the nervous system, promoting relaxation. Hence the melodies or instrumental music composed in this raga may help individuals process grief, loss, or sadness. Helps to  release pent-up emotions and find emotional equilibrium. Some studies in music therapy suggest that certain ragas may positively influence the cardiovascular system. The emotive nature of Charukesi might regulate heart rate and blood pressure. May be a good supplement support for individuals with heart-related conditions or stress-induced hypertension. It may help individuals channelize their emotions creatively, benefiting those in fields requiring emotional depth. Having channelized their difficult emotions in somewhat safe way, the listener may experience regained sense of  emotional balance.

Search with the name of the raga. From the options choose anyone you feel like listening. Ideally 40 minutes is a good time to listen a raga for considerable effects. Best  listened to during the early morning or dusk hours. Ideal for meditation, devotional gatherings, or during reflective periods.

Powerful Motivations from Gita

 Sri Bhagavad Gita 

यद्यदाचरति श्रेष्ठस्तत्तदेवेतरो जनः।

स यत्प्रमाणं कुरुते लोकस्तदनुवर्तते।।3.21।।

This shloka is very motivating, enabling improvement on a daily basis. The shloka emphasizes how the role model shapes those around them. The meaning of the above shloka is that the behaviour of the perfected beings is emulated by those who are around and  observing.  Whatever standards are set by such deliberate behaviour, the world thus follows.

Raga Music Therapy For Anxiety Management

BILAHARI - The Raga that May help manage Anxiety  

 

💟A study found that Carnatic Raga Bilahari has significant effect in reducing Anxiety. Also helpful in somatic presentation. Listening to this Raga may improve the sleep quality for the suffering lot. This raga is a long distance friend for  the mental health caregivers who need much of recharging themselves. Mental health of caregivers is often neglected because the person in focus is at the core of healing process. So if you are already on some medication , listen to music therapy along with the continuity of adhering to the medicine schedule.  

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Procedure is to search for the word Bilahari and there you will find some options, choose the smallest duration one and listen more if the interest persists.

Music Therapy

💫My new Love - Spiritual-Music  Therapy💟

Wellbeing through music is such an easy way now that we all have access to phones or laptops mostly.It is noninvasive and hence more calming to get started.Combining a few ragas with positive affirmative Chantings is an absolute strong Coffee for the soul.If one likes pure instrumental melody that is divine too. One can add this to their already existing schedule of medication . Artists compositions that I listen to often and are usually in Ragas only - Late MS Subbalakshmi, Shri M Nagaphani Sharma, Shri T M Krishna, Shri Shankar Mahadevan, Shrimati Kaushiki Chakraborthy to name a few. Go ahead make your own cocktail of music and enjoy the ongoing bliss.

A Day wise schedule to get started may be something like this :

Sunday      - Aditya Hrudayam

Monday     - Nirvana Shatakam 

Tuesday     - Lalita sahasranamam, Sri Subramanya Karavalambam 

Wednesday- Ganesha Mantras, Vishnu Sahasranamam

Thursday   -  Guru Dakshina murthy Mantram, Hayagreeva Stotram

Friday        - Kanakadhara Stotram 

Saturday    - Navagraham Stotram 

How Music Works exactly? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjhgHEDG0NU

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