Author: Mahendra Kumar Vyas

Deep breathing is one of the simplest yet most powerful tools you can use to improve your mind, body, and spirit. While we breathe unconsciously throughout the day, practicing conscious deep breathing has been shown to lower stress, increase focus, and even support long-term health. In this post, we’ll explore the top benefits of deep breathing, how it works, and practical tips to include it in your daily life. What is Deep Breathing? Deep breathing, also called diaphragmatic breathing or abdominal breathing, involves taking slow, controlled breaths that fully expand the lungs. Unlike shallow chest breathing, deep breathing engages the diaphragm,…

Shortness of breath can be a frightening experience. You might wonder if it’s due to a medical issue like asthma, heart problems, or something as simple (yet overwhelming) as anxiety. Since anxiety can cause real physical symptoms, it’s important to understand how to tell the difference. Why Anxiety Causes Shortness of Breath When you feel anxious, your body enters a state of “fight-or-flight” mode. This releases stress hormones like adrenaline, which: Speeds up your heart rate Makes your breathing faster and shallower Tense your chest muscles This combination can make you feel like you can’t get enough air — even…

माँ कूष्माण्डा देवी – मंत्र, कथा, आरती व महत्व (नवरात्रि चौथा दिन) माँ कूष्माण्डा नवरात्रि के चौथे दिन (चतुर्थी) की अधिष्ठात्री देवी हैं। मान्यता है कि जब सृष्टि का अस्तित्व नहीं था और चारों ओर अंधकार ही अंधकार था, तब माँ कूष्माण्डा ने अपनी मधुर मुस्कान से ब्रह्मांड की रचना की। इसी कारण इन्हें आदि शक्ति और आदि स्वरूपा भी कहा जाता है। माँ का तेज सूर्य के समान है और वे सूर्य मण्डल के भीतर निवास करती हैं। इस लेख में पढ़ें – माँ कूष्माण्डा की कथा, मंत्र, ध्यान, आरती और पूजा का महत्व। माँ कूष्माण्डा कौन हैं? स्वरूप:…

Shri Mata Vaishno Devi (वैष्णो देवी), also known as Mata Rani, Trikuta, or Vaishnavi, is one of the most revered Hindu goddesses. She is considered an incarnation of Maa Durga and resides in the holy Trikuta Hills of Jammu & Kashmir, India. The sacred Vaishno Devi Temple (वैष्णो देवी मंदिर) is one of the 108 Shakti Peethas and among the most visited pilgrimage sites in India, where millions of devotees seek her blessings every year. Story of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi (वैष्णो देवी की कथा) According to Hindu mythology: Mata Vaishno Devi was born as a divine girl named Vaishnavi,…

Goddess Kali (काली माता) is one of the fiercest forms of the Divine Mother, worshipped for protection, strength, the destruction of evil, and liberation. She is also known as Mahakali, the timeless energy beyond creation and destruction. Among her many powerful chants, the ॐ काली काली महाकाली मंत्र is considered highly effective for removing fear, destroying negativity, and invoking her blessings. ॐ काली काली महाकाली मंत्र (Om Kali Kali Mahakali Mantra) ॐ काली काली महाकाली कालिके परमेश्वरी। सर्वानन्दकरी देवी नारायणि नमोऽस्तुते॥ Meaning of the Mantra हे माँ काली, जिसे महाकाली के नाम से भी जाना जाता है, आप परमेश्वरी हैं…

The Surkanda Devi Temple, located near Dhanaulti in Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand, is one of the most sacred Shakti Peethas dedicated to Goddess Parvati. Surrounded by dense forests and offering panoramic views of the Himalayas, the temple holds deep mythological and spiritual significance. Every year, thousands of devotees climb the steep trek to seek the blessings of Maa Surkanda, who symbolizes strength, protection, and divine motherly love. History and Legend of Surkanda Devi Temple The temple is linked to the story of Sati and Shiva. When Goddess Sati immolated herself at her father Daksha’s yagna, Lord Shiva carried her body in…

The Kamakhya Devi Temple in Guwahati, Assam, is one of the most revered Shakti Peethas in India. Dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya, a powerful form of Shakti, this temple is associated with fertility, divine feminine energy, and mystical tantric practices. Pilgrims, saints, and spiritual seekers from across the world visit Kamakhya Devi to attain the blessings of strength, prosperity, and spiritual awakening. History of Kamakhya Devi Temple According to legends, when Lord Shiva carried Goddess Sati’s body after her self-immolation, her yoni (womb) fell at this place. Thus, the Kamakhya Shakti Peeth is regarded as one of the most sacred spots…

भारतीय संस्कृति में माँ सरस्वती को ज्ञान, विद्या, वाणी और संगीत की देवी माना गया है। विद्यार्थियों, कलाकारों और विद्वानों के लिए उनका आशीर्वाद सफलता और प्रगति का आधार है। कहा जाता है कि जब कोई साधक पूरे मन से सरस्वती मंत्र हिंदी में जप करता है, तो उसकी बुद्धि तेज होती है, वाणी मधुर बनती है और शिक्षा तथा कला के मार्ग में आने वाली बाधाएँ दूर होती हैं। आज के प्रतिस्पर्धात्मक युग में, जहाँ हर किसी को एकाग्रता, स्मरण शक्ति और आत्मविश्वास की आवश्यकता है, वहाँ सरस्वती मंत्र का नियमित जप न केवल आध्यात्मिक शक्ति देता है बल्कि…

Maa Saraswati Mantra In Hindi & English for Students In Hindu tradition, Goddess Saraswati is revered as the divine mother of wisdom, learning, speech, music, and the arts. She is the guiding force behind knowledge and enlightenment, making her one of the most worshipped deities by students, teachers, writers, musicians, and seekers of truth. Chanting the Saraswati Mantra is believed to sharpen memory, improve focus, enhance communication skills, and remove obstacles in learning. Whether preparing for exams, beginning a new creative journey, or seeking clarity of thought, these sacred mantras invoke the blessings of Goddess Saraswati for success and intellectual…

“Shivoham Shivoham” is one of the most profound spiritual chants in Hindu philosophy. It comes from Nirvana Shatakam (निर्वाण षट्कम्), composed by the great philosopher and saint Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century CE. The word Shivoham means “I am Shiva” or “I am pure consciousness.” This doesn’t mean the physical deity Shiva with a trident and matted hair—it signifies the absolute Self (Atman), which is beyond body, mind, senses, and ego. This stotra is a declaration of self-realization. Through these verses, a seeker denies identification with the material world and affirms their true nature as eternal, blissful, and infinite…