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"The Gita is not merely a book or just a scripture. It is a living voice carrying an eternally indispensable and vital message to mankind. Its verses embody words of wisdom coming from the infinite ocean of knowledge, the Absolute Itself."

"The Gita is a source of power and wisdom. It strengthens you when you are weak, and inspires you when you feel dejected and feeble. It teaches you to embrace righteousness and to resist unrighteousness." - Swami Sivananda

"From a clear knowledge of the Bhagavad-Gita all the goals of human existence become fulfilled. Bhagavad-Gita is the manifest quintessence of all the teachings of the Vedic scriptures." - Adi Sankara

"All that can be learned by going through the whole of the Gita can be as well accomplished by repeating “Gita”, “Gita” – Gita-gi-ta-gita, ten times; it virtually comes to be “Ta-gi” “Ta-gi” – a modification of “Tyagi”,  “Tyagi”, which means one who has given up the world both outwardly and from the mind."- Sri Ramkrishna Parmhansadev

"When I read the Bhagavad Gita and reflect about how God created this universe everything else seems so superfluous"- Albert Einstein 

"The Bhagavad-Gita is where God Himself talks to His devotee Arjuna." - Paramahansa Yogananda

"Breath is the key to ultimate emancipation." The Upanishads, the Hindu sacred scriptures, likewise equate prana, in the form of breath, with the universal soul. When it is done properly and when a yoga practitioner is ready, pranayama, the yogic practice of regulating and channeling one's breath, can provide a bridge between the individual self and the universal soul.

It takes regular practice to develop the ability to feel something as subtle as when the universal soul and the individual self begin to separate in the course of a breath—and that recognition is what pranayama is all about. By practicing pranayama and regulating the flow of prana with measured observation and distribution of the breath, the mind becomes still. When this happens, we can allow the energy we normally use to process the world to instead bend inward.

Stress can negatively impact your physical health, mood, and social interactions. One way to help address the symptoms of stress is with passion flower (Passiflora incarnata). The dried above-ground parts of the plant can be found in tincture and extract form - look for standardized whole plant extracts or capsules containing no less than 0.8 percent flavonoids or isovitexin. You can use passion flower for stress reduction, calming without sedation, and relief from insomnia (when combined with other sedative herbs). One dropperful of the tincture in a little warm water, or two capsules of extract, up to four times a day as needed is the adult dosage; children should take half of this. Use precaution when taking MAO-inhibiting antidepressant drugs, and do not take when pregnant - active compounds may be uterine stimulants.

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London: Researchers have found in a study that stress of modern life is playing havoc on sexual relationships.

Stress caused by work difficulties, financial worries and tiredness are said to affect people. Their subsequent lack of desire in the bedroom is putting their relationships in danger.

The pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk UK in collaboration with Relate carried out a survey of 2,037 over-16s. In the survey, 50 per cent people reported stress or medical issues had affected their sex lives with loss of libido or discomfort the biggest problems. However, three in five admitted to struggling when it came to discussing their personal problems.

Denise Knowles, a relationship counsellor with Relate, said, "This research really emphasises the extent to which sexual problems, including stress, take on a bigger significance within the relationship.

"I have worked with many couples who are so embarrassed about intimate health complaints that it has caused a huge breakdown in communication and put serious pressure on the relationship. Talking to a partner or a professional candidly about the issue is not easy, but it may save a great deal of emotional strain," Knowles added.

Dr Annie Evans, a women's health specialist at Nuffield Hospital in Bristol, said, "Sometimes it's easier to ignore sexually-related health problems than to address them. However, it's important to seek advice and help, as many treatments are available”. “By ignoring physical symptoms, both men and women leave themselves at risk of the problems becoming more serious and less easy to put right," Dr. Annie added.

The Carnegie Principle and Raja Yoga

“Win friends and influence people”: this Dale Carnegie principle is but a leaf out of the ancient Indian volume on psycho-spiritual science. Practise Yoga; the entire world will worship you. You will unconsciously attract to yourself every living being; even gods will be at your beck and call. Even among wild beasts and blonde brutes you will “win friends”. Serve all; love all. Unfold your inner powers, through the practice of Raja Yoga.

Six Ways to Create a Sanctuary

Your home - whether big, small  - should be your sanctuary, a place where stress is left at the door and your soul is nurtured. For a more comforting environment, gradually implement the following changes into your home:

1. Bring the outdoors in.  Green plants, cut flowers and blooming bulbs, or pieces of wood, rocks and other natural elements can create a feeling of nature indoors.

2.     Paint a room to correlate with how you want to feel while in there. For instance, blue and green promote a relaxed feeling and may be good choices for the bedroom.

3.     Surround your senses with beauty. Artwork, fragrance, smooth textures and calming sounds all provide a pleasant environment in which to relax.

4.     Set aside a room or area for peace and calm. A place for spiritual reflection and meditation can provide shelter from noise and distraction.

5.     Clean out clutter. A low-maintenance home is refreshing after a day of hectic meetings, errands and chores. Fewer items can mean less frustration.

6.      Create an atmosphere of love. Display handmade or meaningful gifts from loved ones and photos of family and friends.

Mastery over Nature's Powers through Pranayama

The human body is the copy of the cosmic structure in miniature and Prana enlivens and animates the organism. Each element has gone into its constitution. The key force behind all forces of nature is Prana. Prana is the manifest essence of all the forces that exist. The cerebrospinal system forms man's subtle switchboard. The different subtle psychic centres dominate particular elements of forces in nature. By gaining mastery over the vital astral centres located therein, man obtains control over every force of nature.