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09/27/2021
The Mother of Sri Aurobindo Ashram

On pain and illness

Q: Some sadhaks hold the belief that an illness is a cherishable thing, that it comes from the Divine to test our faith: it makes us […]
09/26/2021

Transformation of nature and struggles in Sadhana

Q: Can’t one do something for a smooth transformation of one’s external nature with no serious revolts, attacks or falls? Yes, but it is not easy. […]
09/25/2021
Sri Aurobindo

Overcoming difficulties

Q: You have said, “It is a matter of the most external consciousness being sufficiently fortified so that there should be no disturbance even there.” Could […]
09/24/2021

On the ideal conditions for Sadhana

Q: What makes good conditions for sadhana? Aspiration, untiring will, steady calm and detachment, make the best conditions. Q: Today I could control for a while […]
09/23/2021

When to completely surrender to the Divine?

Q: Is not surrendering oneself to the Divine a process? Is not a complete self-giving achieved only when the sadhana is sufficiently developed? It is never […]
09/22/2021

Dealing with an obstinate inertia

Q: How is one to deal with such an obstinate inertia? The first means is not to get upset when it comes or when it stays. […]
09/21/2021

Fighting the dark periods

Q: During these dark periods what do you suggest that I do? There are always two alternatives, either to remain calm and detached and aspire or […]
09/20/2021
The Mother of Sri Aurobindo Ashram

Regarding strain in the eyes

Q: There is a strain in my eyes. Reading has become difficult. What to do? For the eyes you can try boric acid lotion; it should […]
09/19/2021
The Mother of Sri Aurobindo Ashram

Hostile forces – Divine Power

Disciple: Even the forces and their attacks are, perhaps, like the working of the left hand of God; it helps the yogi to rise higher. With […]