Insights & Reflections

Explore writings on Ayurveda, art therapy, emotional well-being, and seasonal wisdom. These reflections are here to support your journey toward balance, clarity, and deeper self-connection.

Krishna - the Playful Friend, Mentor and Reformer of Devotion
Hindu Mythology, Dharma Mamta Rana Hindu Mythology, Dharma Mamta Rana

Krishna - the Playful Friend, Mentor and Reformer of Devotion

Discover the extraordinary life of Krishna—from his divine birth to Devaki, miraculous childhood stories in Vrindavan (butter-stealing, raas-leela dance, vanquishing the serpent Kaliya), his triumphant return to Mathura to defeat Kamsa alongside Balarama, and his pivotal role in the Mahabharata and the Bhagavad Gita’s timeless teachings. This comprehensive Krishna life story explores every facet of the avatar of Vishnu: childhood miracles, cosmic revelations, the restoration of dharma, and spiritual wisdom that continues to inspire.

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The Story of the Mahabharata
Dharma, Hindu Mythology Mamta Rana Dharma, Hindu Mythology Mamta Rana

The Story of the Mahabharata

The Mahabharata is an ancient Indian epic that tells the story of the Pandavas and Kauravas—cousins whose rivalry leads to the great Kurukshetra war. With themes of dharma, destiny, and justice, it explores divine births, Draupadi’s unique marriage, palace intrigue, and the timeless battle between right and wrong.

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Dharma, Karma, Atharva: Ancient Paths to Meaning, Resilience, and Mental Harmony

Dharma, Karma, Atharva: Ancient Paths to Meaning, Resilience, and Mental Harmony

Explore the ancient Vedic concepts of Dharma, Karma, and Atharva through the lens of Ayurvedic Psychotherapy. Understand how ego, maya, and the Purusharthas shape your mental and emotional resilience — and how these timeless teachings support modern healing, coaching, and self-realization.

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The Ramayana: A Soulful Retelling Through the Lens of Dharma
Dharma, Hindu Mythology Mamta Rana Dharma, Hindu Mythology Mamta Rana

The Ramayana: A Soulful Retelling Through the Lens of Dharma

The Ramayana: A Journey Through Dharma, Devotion, and Choice. The Ramayana is not just an epic—it is a reflection on Dharma in its many forms. Through Rama’s sacrifice, Sita’s dignity, Lakshmana’s loyalty, Hanuman’s devotion, and Ravana’s downfall, the story reveals how duty, love, power, and ego shape our lives. Set in the 2nd Yuga, the Ramayana explores idealism, righteous action, and inner alignment. Each character embodies a unique path of Dharma—reminding us that Dharma is not one truth, but a spectrum of evolving, deeply human choices.

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The Complexities of Love and Dharma: Reflections on Sita’s Story in The Forest Of Enchantments

The Complexities of Love and Dharma: Reflections on Sita’s Story in The Forest Of Enchantments

Discover the Ramayana like never before in this heartfelt reflection on Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni’s “The Forest of Enchantments.” Through Sita’s perspective, this article explores themes of love, dharma, feminism, emotional intelligence, and modern womanhood—revealing how ancient stories still speak powerfully to our lives today.

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Eternal Echoes: The Love, Loss, and Lessons of Rama and Sita

Eternal Echoes: The Love, Loss, and Lessons of Rama and Sita

The story of Rama and Sita teaches us that true love is a journey of resilience, loyalty, and selflessness, reminding us to cultivate love through compassion, integrity, and the courage to let love grow freely. Read this article to find out who was Rama and Sita. Why and when did Ravana turn evil? Learn 5 golden rules of how to cultivate Love.

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