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In Quest of Truth - Q&A with Shri Babaji

Anyone interested in meditation will find this series of questions and answers of interest. A Realized Meditation Master, Shri Babaji (Shri Shivarudra Balayogi Maharaj), answers questions from people around the world on meditation and spirituality. His spontaneous answers are based on the wisdom gained from his own direct, first-hand experience of years of intense meditation (Tapas) and the teachings of his Guru, Shri Shivabalayogi Maharaj. He explains how meditation works and the purpose and benefits of spirituality in clear, simple terms. These recordings are taken from a live online meditation class that Babaji holds every Saturday. They are precious opportunities to receive direct guidance from a Realized Master. To register please visit: https://www.shivarudrabalayogi.org/en/online-satsang

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A purified mind whilst living in the world | In Quest of Truth - Q&A with Babaji, No.187

August 15, 2024 • Shiva Rudra Balayogi • Season 1 • Episode 187

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A purified mind while living in the world | In Quest of Truth - Q&A with Babaji, No.187
Recorded on 22 June 2024 with worldwide participants.

0:00 Introduction from Babaji
1:55 how do we achieve a purified state of mind while living in the world?
9:24 We shouldn't indulge in unnecessary negative thoughts.
11:11 Why is a daily practice of meditation recommended?
16:40 Is it the ego that makes us believe we don't need to make efforts to change?
25:18 When Babaji says 'be sincere' does that mean to put in all efforts into the practice?
29:32 Is a Jeevanmukta the highest, most purified state of a human being?
34:12 How important is it to have a Jeevenmukta as a Guru?
39:00 Why is it more difficult to overcome thoughts when in the world compared to in meditation?
40:00 When there is a mental disorder, is the mind or the brain damaged?
40:45 Is it possible for a Guru and a disciple to have telepathy?
41:27 The mind as energy and consciousness
42:51 Are we silencing the energy part of consciousness in meditation?
43:26 What is Babaji's experience of Self Realization and how to switch between Self Realization and living in the world
46:31 Is it difficult to hold onto the body after Self Realization?
47:25 When the body is in intense pain, what is the best practice?
48:25 How important is it to make a certain time for your meditation practice?
49:42 How is the mind's experience different from the mind's thoughts and imaginations?
50:31 How is the imagination so real that creation could happen?
54:16 The ego of not wanting to have thoughts in meditation
56:11 How long does it take to erase the negative thoughts in the mind?
57:42 What can we do when anxiety or panicky thoughts come up in meditation?
58:55 If someone cannot do silent meditation, is japa ok as an alternative?
59:49 Is it important that a mantra is given by a Guru?
1:00:55 How can one strengthen faith?
1:02:21 How to be more disciplined with meditation practice when stuck in a rut?

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