Hawan Groups of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, USA
Is everything you do fully chosen by you? Have you ever wondered why you do some of the things you do? Maybe you use an expression that someone in your family always uses. Maybe you greet people in a particular way, become quiet when you are upset, check your phone whenever there is a pause, ask lots of questions in […]
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Imagine you spent an hour taking the perfect picture, thinking of a clever caption, or practicing a trendy challenge just to post it online. You press “share” and wait. Your eyes are glued to the screen. 10 likes… 50 likes… 100 likes! You get a massive rush of excitement. You feel like you’re on top of the world. But on […]
» Read moreOn the planet earth, there is an act that brings peace, multiplies blessings, removes obstacles, showers prosperity, and helps one connect with Almighty. The sages of India revered it above all other rituals. I am sure you have guessed it – the act is Yagya! Performing a yagya can swiftly deepen your connection with divine energies. In Vedic tradition, the […]
» Read moreThis month’s assignment is a review of the foundational concepts we have covered so far in our multi-year journey through the Bhagavad Gita. We have explored how your life can feel like a battlefield, the five lessons for a strong and steady mind, and the three pillars that help us move from just knowing words to actually living with clarity. […]
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Last month, we explored the five foundational lessons of Chapter 2, learning that real strength is about staying steady and thinking clearly even when life feels like a battlefield. We compared these ideas to building a foundation. This month, we are going to “double click” on three specific concepts that act as the pillars of that foundation: understanding our identity […]
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The last chapter of the Gītā ends with Arjuna feeling overwhelmed. He is not ready, not confident, and not sure what to do next. That moment may sound dramatic, but it is actually very familiar. Many of you have probably had times when your thoughts feel tangled, your emotions feel too strong, and even a simple decision suddenly feels heavy. […]
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(Message for parents: Ever wonder why your child freezes when faced with a big test or tough decision? This ancient wisdom might hold the key!) Dear Kids, Imagine you’re about to play the biggest game of your life, or maybe take the most important test ever. Your heart is pounding, your hands are a little shaky, and you just want […]
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Have you ever felt unsure about what to do, even when something really mattered? Maybe it was a tough choice, a moment of fear, or a situation where every option felt wrong. That feeling of being pulled in different directions is something all of us experience. If you’ve felt it, you are not alone. Long ago, someone else felt the […]
» Read moreDear Hawan Kids, Hope all of you are doing great and looking forward to the upcoming holidays. Are you feeling the excitement of our special end-of-the-year hawan – I am! First, for the new members, we host a few yet engaging events to conclude the calendar year. In the December Hawan, as opposed to the traditional style of presenting assignments, […]
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In January 2025, we began yet another multi-year journey of learning, reflection, and evolution — exploring the timeless wisdom of the Vedic scriptures. Ten months later, as we prepare to pause and reflect, we look back at the milestones, discussions, and realizations that shaped this beautiful journey together. Throughout the year, we encountered some of the most profound concepts — […]
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