LOVE In Ideal World
It's been nearly two weeks since I returned to India, and the contrast between my life here and in Europe is striking. In India, I see everyone caught up way too much in the world of Maya—endless interactions, relationships, responsibilities, and distractions. Despite having a rich tradition of spiritual practices, only a few tread there. Now I truly understand why the yogis and siddhas retreat to quiet places. A quiet retreat is not only necessary for yogis but even for us to understand our own flawed behavior. A constant hustle and distraction keep us away from exploring the intellectual depths and fostering good relationships with people around us, especially the romantic ones. Lately, I’ve hardly thought about god, a stark departure from my routine in the West where spiritual thoughts punctuate my day amid boredom and work. Here, distractions steal the space that once held bhakti songs, spiritual musings, and the yearning to be near Rama. It's both amusing and intriguing—ho...