Nayana's Stories

  In his teachings, the renowned Indian spiritual leader Osho often referred to various cultures and their lifestyles to impart wisdom and insights about human existence. One such reference made by Osho was to the homes of the Eskimos, indigenous people who inhabit the Arctic regions of North America and Greenland. Osho's observations about the Eskimo way of life provide us with valuable lessons on simplicity, contentment, and finding happiness in the most unexpected places. The Eskimo Way of Life The Eskimos, or Inuit, have a unique way of life that revolves around surviving in some of the harshest and most unforgiving environments on Earth. Despite the extreme cold, limited resources, and isolation, Eskimos have developed a culture that emphasizes simplicity and harmony with nature. Osho's reference to the Eskimos' home was not about the physical structure of their dwellings, but rather the way they approach life. Here are some key insights that we can derive from t...

  Religion is a deeply personal aspect of our lives, influencing our beliefs, values, and how we perceive the world around us. For some, faith is inherited, and passed down through generations, while for others, it's a conscious choice made along life's winding path. In this blog post, we'll explore the age-old question: do we choose our religion through birthright or through the journey of living life? Inherited Faith: Many individuals are born into families that practice a specific religion, and from a young age, they are exposed to its rituals, traditions, and beliefs. This can create a strong sense of identity and belonging, as well as a sense of continuity with one's ancestors. The cultural and familial ties associated with inherited faith can be a source of comfort and stability. Comfort in Tradition: Inherited faith provides a framework of rituals and practices that can offer comfort and a sense of belonging in a community. Cultural Identity: Religion oft...

  We often struggle with acquiring different meanings in life. Which makes you happy and joyous. We try to find solace from different sources and different meanings that exist around us. However, we struggle to find to find these meanings from the outer world and sometimes from the inner world. Both these worlds are relevant and useful to make us satisfied and happy in this world. Inner richness comes from your own engagement with different human processes and activities. Outer richness comes from the activities that we conduct in terms of education personal activities and others. There are no boundaries to human capacity. Man is capable of wondering here and there everywhere. We find reasons to take out excuses to make choices and set by whatever we really believe in. Author:-Dr. Nayana Shah (Ph.D.)            Director, Manthan              Ahmedabad