dissatisfaction

08/04/2025
The Mother of Sri Aurobindo Ashram

Self Love

What does “self-love” mean? I think self-love is a pleasant word for vanity. Self-love means that one loves oneself more than anything else; and what he […]
11/12/2024
Sri Aurobindo

Interest in outward things

To be interested in outward things is not wrong in itself—it depends on the way in which one is interested. If it is done as part […]
02/16/2023
The Mother of Sri Aurobindo Ashram

Outward Things

To be interested in outward things is not wrong in itself—it depends on the way in which one is interested. If it is done as part […]
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 […]
08/23/2017
Letters on Yoga

Success in spiritual life

A mere restless dissatisfaction with the ordinary life is not a sufficient preparation for this Yoga. A positive inner call, a strong will and a great steadiness are […]