We know of so many people who are facing impossible situations and problems and they are helpless. They do not know what to do or whom to ask.Β
This is a dedicated site for those who are searching for answers, who want to break from their present repeating circles of life and looking for answers that will understand them, help them find a new way-a new solution towards life beautiful and Divine.

In my outward life, I haven’t seen much success (be it work or relationships). So I know that my material progress is going to be very less in future too. What is the purpose of my Existence then? If I make the Spiritual Life my ultimate Goal, then I will need a lot of Courage for it, which I am trying to gather.π·[…]
The Divine leads, guides, calls, he does not push or force unless absolutely indispensable for a special work. There is an intrinsic freedom of choice

Alok Da, kindly explain meaning of these 2 lines in Savitri: (1) AΒ traveller in his oftshifting home (2) His heights break off too low to reach the skies πͺ·ππ»
It describes the condition of man. His journey of life is driven by the vital desires which keep shifting the base. Besides the vital force

Dada, how can one achieve the state of Jivanmukt? Now I feel like I am captive by Nature. There is a strong tendency to be free from Ignorance. ποΈ
That is how everybody begin their journey but through persistent aspiration and practise one slowly comes out of this state. It is a long and

So, I was thinking about how so many people are daily visiting Prayagraj and in Kashi Vishwanath temple people are standing for as much as 8 hrs to do darshan and even sleep in lines on their spot and wake up in morning to start again. πππ»[…]
One has to see and take account of both sides. In fact devotion is incomplete without service and what kind of devotion would it be

Just confused about what to do or not to do, please guide me. My boyfriend and I had a fight. For a long time, there were small issues building up, and then it became a big issue. He feels like he gave me 100 percent of his love, while I didnβt give even 50 percent. π’[…]
Very often, with passage of time, we take each other for granted. Especially after the initial rush and fervour of love is over, a lull

I have been reading Savitri and other major Arya writings of Sri Aurobindo for last couple of years and I have observed that when I read it for the first time I didn’t understand anything but I held on to it, because of the Mother’s advice to read it even if you don’t understand. ππ[…]
That is a very correct observation which quite a few people make. The Mother has mentioned the process passingly that ‘the words create new brain

Why did Sri Aurobindo include Prithviraj Chauhan among the three greatest kings of India? To me, his personal adherence to Dharma seems to have been of the Highest Order, but it cost the Nation Greatly. π₯ππ»
It was not because of Dharma that Prithviraj fell. It was because his opponent was treacherous and would adopt any means to win. It was

Please explain the Psychology behind why we want to be liked by others.
The need for praise comes from a vital deformation of a truth. The vital ego wants to be at the centre of everything. It wants

My friend is telling me that One of the dreams of Sri Aurobindo was Asia’s Unity and that cannot be achieved if we Hindus behave in RSS way to the Muslims, I told him that Islam has no place in the Future.Β He said to me: ‘Talk practically! How are you going to dismantle whole Islam?Β π[…]
Perhaps he is referring to the passages below. Let us read it closely. ‘Lala Lajpat Rai struck a higher note, that of Hindu nationalism as

There is Sankhya Yoga (Buddhi Yoga – as described in the Second Chapter of the Bhagvad Gita) and there is Sankhya Darshan described by Kapil Mahamuni. Could you please explain the difference between the two. ππ»πͺ·
The Gita is a synthesis of sankhya, yoga (synonymous with karma yoga) and vedanta (the gyaan aspect). To these it adds a powerful and uplifting

During the period of death of anyone from family members, the ‘Days of Asudhi’, during those Twelve days, is there any harm in reading Sri Aurobindo and The Mother. π’π₯Β
On the contrary it is the best thing to do as it will help the departed, create a peaceful atmosphere around and bring quietude in

In the Bhagavad Gita, Sri Krishna reveals to Arjuna that they have been together since many previous lives. Apart from them being Nara and Narayana, are there any mentions of their other lives? π¦
As far as I know the only life that has been mentioned is of the sages Nara Narayana though the story of these two sages

What is the Final Purpose of Sri Aurobindo Ashram? Please cite the writings of Sri Aurobindo. ππ»πͺ·
It is a vast subject that cannot be answered in a letter especially since you have asked for reference. I would therefore recommend that you

If we have a problem, should we solve it on our own or depend on the Grace? Will it become tamasic surrender if we depend on the Grace? π
One must do both. Why either or? By making personal effort one is better prepared to receive the Grace. Ultimately of course it is always

Do you know a person named Lalitha whom Sri Aurobindo named. She was from Odisha and Sri Aurobindo said she was the Best Friend of Radha. What did she do at the Ashram? πππ»πΉ
I have not heard or read this story. The more commonly known Lalita in the Ashram was Amal Kiran’s wife. I know some of The

I want to know if it is necessary to get married in life? If I don’t follow what my family says, is it wrong or right? π€¨
If we look into the teachings of the wise including our own scriptures, it is clear that it is not parents, teachers, elders etc whom

Can I request you to help me in understanding the term ‘Hope’. I have gone through your YouTube speech about Faith & Belief. Now I am stuck with Hope.Β Is Hope a extended part of Faith? ππ»β¨
Hope comes from the intuitive sense or of faith in the Divine. It is the first power that awakens by the Divine touch upon creation.

I had a very frightening dream. I was sitting by the side of a big rock with a man-made/ artificially carved, narrow stream coming out of the mountain, and it had the bluest and crystal-clear water running down as a stream. I was with a friend. […] π«₯
Dreams come true if we believe in them. Fears come true if we believe they are real. Hopes come true if we trust that they