The Importance Of Meditation

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After three splendid months in electrifying New York, and enjoying every second of his retreat, it was time to return home. Ravi did not want to part ways with the country he adored, but he was missing his family and friends and this provided the needed motivation to get on the plane.
He was New York sick for the first week and felt intense boredom. Was he really ready for what he vehemently desired: freedom of not having to go to work? What would now get him off the bed on a morning? How would he spend his day? There is some research that claims a significant percentage of men die shortly after retirement. Why? They no longer had a purpose in life, and although they would now have the time they craved for so long, they were unaware that an
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She too worked at the bank and they shared a meaningful relationship. Although he grew up practising Hinduism and conducting the many rituals that accompany it, nothing impacted him spiritually as meditation did. Meditation feels like spiritual intoxication. Getting attuned to the spirit that resides within our physical manifestation is the most exhilarating thing, even more so than walking on the …show more content…
Even one of his ex-employers wanted him back in the company. The position of Vice President–Human Resources had become available and he would have been an excellent candidate for consideration, but Ravi was ‘roller-blading on the moon’ and not ready to give up this pleasurable expedition. Delayed gratification may be wise, but it is not guaranteed as immediate gratification is, he thought. Friends and family (especially his mother and sisters) were a bit concerned about the man’s future, but though he listened to their advice, he made the final decisions. No one but him was going to be the boss of his life, and while his loved ones were nervous on his behalf, they all respected and greatly admired his tenacity and strength of character. Sophia felt proud of the man she was in love

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