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Is Jain food Sattvic?

  • Post last modified:November 30, 2023

A reader sent me this question: Is Jain food Sattvic? Jains are a #Hindu religious sect. They have a set of unique #lifepositivevalues they adhere to, such as Ahimsa (non-violence),…

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Creation Stories

  • Post last modified:September 11, 2024

Human beings have an eternal fascination with #creation. If there is nothing, we create stories to fill up the vacuum. Every human emotion is tied to a story. All searches,…

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Sattvic Food Routine

  • Post last modified:December 7, 2023

During the online cooking session, my friend asked me, “Give me some examples of sattvic food routine.” A typical sattvic diet begins with detox regime. Choose any one of the…

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Shivaratri Upavasa

  • Post last modified:December 9, 2023

As adults we usually fast daily. We give our stomach a rest for six to eight hours when we sleep at night. We break the fast in the morning with…

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Bonding through Kolams

  • Post last modified:November 23, 2023

In a land flooded by sunlight and warmth, winter brings in an unfamiliar stupor and slowing down. As people living in the Western hemisphere have experienced intense withdrawal with decrease…

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Artful Beginnings

  • Post last modified:September 11, 2024

Starting everyday with a creative activity can keep you cheerful, sharp, and happy throughout the day.  Making kolams every morning is a part of sattvic routine for many Hindus, usually…

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