Tag: religion

Countering Extremism through Integration

When innocent lives pay the price for absurdity of disturbed individuals under twisted ideology, all of humanity loses – whether it be attacks in Orlando, Paris, Brussels, Turkey, or throughout the Middle East. With the recent horrific attacks by radicalized individuals, a good friend asked me what regular people every day can each do to make a difference and tackle this problem.

“Rather Radhe” – On Spirituality      

The temples and ceremonies of Vrindavan are spectacular – beautifully ornate, lit up, and resonating an energy of majesty and divinity. The atmosphere triggers the feeling of a world festival. As we approach the center of the temple complex, I feel the beatings of the drums and tambourines run up through my bare feet on the ground. Excitement grows  as people funnel in upon the black and white marble checkered floor and columns in the midst of chanting and music.