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Turning the Wheel of Time: A Dharamshala Journey into Kalachakra and Non-Dual Peace
Dharamshala Reflections and a New Beginning I write these reflections from Dharamshala, nestled in the Himalayas under fluttering prayer flags and the gaze of snowy peaks. In a few days, I will leave this sanctuary to begin my PhD at Shoolini University, diving into the study of yoga, consciousness,
May 7, 2025
leadership
An Embrace of Peace: My Meeting with His Holiness the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala
There are moments that seem to collapse time into a single breath, moments where everything aligns—spirit, mission, and presence. One such moment unfolded during my recent pilgrimage to Dharamshala, where I had the honor of meeting His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. As I stepped into the sacred space
May 7, 2025
leadership
Embodying the Middle Way: Fundamental Peace, Timelessness, and the Tibetan Call for Interdependence
Dharamshala invites contemplation. This place—home in exile to the Tibetan people and His Holiness the Dalai Lama—rests high above the turbulence of the world below. And yet, it is not removed from it. Here, one breathes the paradox of stillness amid struggle, presence within loss. It is a place whe
May 4, 2025
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Maitreya and the Timeless Journey: A Dharamshala Reflection
Sitting at dusk in Dharamshala’s high hills, I sip butter tea while Himalayan prayer flags flutter outside my window. Wearing my PhD student hat, studying non-duality in this Tibetan Buddhist enclave, I am daily immersed in traditions that teach time itself is fluid. In the Abhidharma writings I rea
May 3, 2025
consciousness
What Is Time? A Journey Across Science, Spirit, and the Soul
Time surrounds us like air – we breathe it, live by it, yet its nature remains a profound mystery. In daily life we feel time’s steady arrow: one moment follows another, childhood gives way to maturity, and someday death comes. Yet both modern physics and ancient wisdom suggest this sense of flowing
May 1, 2025
community
Where You Matter: The Affiliates of Happiness Program
In a world that often feels fragmented and divided, there is a quiet revolution happening — a movement rooted in the universal human longing to belong, to matter, and to make a difference. Today, we invite you to join this revolution through the Affiliates of Happiness Program, a living network of c
April 27, 2025
consciousness
Pope Francis’s Legacy and the Future of Faith
Pope Francis’s death at 88 marks the end of an era defined by compassion and service. As the first Latin American pope and a man of simple words and humble manner, Francis bridged divides and touched millions with his warmth. In reflecting on his passing, we are invited to consider a pressing questi
April 21, 2025
leadership
The Alchemy of Leadership. Join the Program.
A Transformational Journey for Regenerative Change Across Self, Community, and Planet In a world unraveling from the weight of separation, burnout, environmental collapse, and spiritual disconnection, a new kind of leadership is not just needed—it is inevitable. Not the kind of leadership driven by
April 20, 2025
consciousness
From “Who Am I?” to a Happier World: A PhD Student’s Journey in Self-Inquiry and Non-Duality
Embarking on Inner and Outer Exploration I am at the very beginning of my PhD journey in self-deconstruction and non-duality, a path that intertwines rigorous inquiry with deep personal reflection. As I set out, I find myself guided by a simple yet profound question from the Indian sage Ramana Mahar
April 14, 2025
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Shadow Work: Unlocking the Hidden Light
A Journey Through Darkness, Guided by Meta Pets, to Remember Who You Truly Are For years, I’ve been asking a simple yet profound question: Why do we keep repeating the same emotional patterns, even when we consciously want to change? As a coach, hypnotherapist, and founder of the World Happiness Fou
April 8, 2025
leadership
Exposomics, Ethics, and Happytalism: A Moonshot for Global Flourishing
A New Frontier at the Intersection of Science and Well-Being When I was invited to join the Steering Committee of the Exposome Moonshot Forum, I felt a surge of hope and responsibility. Here was a gathering devoted to one of the most ambitious scientific frontiers of our time – exposomics – and its
April 4, 2025
community
The Journey So Far: World Happiness Foundation in 2025
From Kolkata to Costa Rica: A Global Celebration of Regenerative Happiness As we move through 2025, the World Happiness Foundation is witnessing a remarkable unfolding of our collective dream — to realize a world of freedom, consciousness, and happiness for all. This year has been nothing short of a
March 30, 2025
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