Contents
May 2024
CONTENTS
LEAD STORY 26
The 20 Best Post-Millennial Spiritual Memoirs Ashish Virmani curates 20 transformative memoirs sharing diverse spiritual journeys, to inspire the readers’ spiritual exploration
14 CLOSE ENCOUNTER
Messenger of the Masters Ann Shaw recounts her spiritual journey under Sri Ramakant Maharaj, advocating Self-realization through Naam Mantra meditation
21 HEARTSPEAK
What Does Leading a Good Life Mean? Laxmi Nair prioritizes personal happiness over societal norms, finding beauty in simplicity, small moments, and acceptance of life’s changes.
40 FOOD Summer with Setalvad’s ‘Soothies’ This summer detox guide include hydrating foods such as cucumber, gourds, and mango, that promote detoxification and overall well-being.
46 CONVERSATION
From Squalor to Splendour: Reviving Puducherry Kiran Bedi’s tenure in Puducherry was marked by a proactive cleaning campaign, that salvaged a dying city
54 ALCHEMY
Power of the Gayatri Mantra According to Swami Veda Bharati, the Gayatri Mantra purifies the Buddhi, enabling the reflection of the pure Self (Atman) when practised consistently
REGULAR COLUMNS Response Mandala Aha Moments 08 09 44 Journey 54 Travel with Rashi Bunny 60 Banyan Tree 66 Spirit 66