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  1. WillEast

    Scared of Nuclear War

    After watching the movie, Day After, I have been consumed by a fear of nuclear war. The fear will pass soon but it is something that I wonder if I should do more about to stop if anything. Some say there is nothing I can do and I should just not worry at all about it. What is your take...
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    Seeking a Path after Losing Faith

    All, I have been a seeker for a long time. I grew up Catholic, became atheist and then joined various groups including the Hare Krishnas and Eckankar. Now I have started to have this negative feeling when reading religious texts. I don't have a sincere faith or belief in many of the...
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    Which Mantra to Choose

    I have been studying with the Hare Krishnas for the past several years but have some difficulty chanting the MahaMantra which is recommended in the group. Should I try to work through the difficulties or use a mantra which I feel easier to chant?
  4. WillEast

    Spiritually Confused and Which Path to Take

    All, I am a student of different paths and am not sure which path to focus on. I study with Eckankar, the Hare Krishnas and Radha Soamis. Given that I am not sure which path to focus on, what do I practice right now?
  5. WillEast

    Contemplating Attendance at Temple to avoid Incense

    Hi all, Some of you may know me from my posts about my connection to Vedic Culture and the Hare Krishnas. Many of the temples I go to are small and the incense smoke builds up. Beside the fact that it is very irritating to my throat, there are many studies about the health risks of incense...
  6. WillEast

    Choosing a Religious Path

    Hi All, I wanted to hear other people's experiences and feedback regarding choosing a spiritual path. I have been a seeker for about 15 years. I grew up a Catholic but had a curiosity to study other religions. I have spent time with the Hare Krishnas, Sikhs, Eckankar among others. I do have a...
  7. WillEast

    Choosing a Religious Path

    Hi All, I wanted to hear other people's experiences and feedback regarding choosing a spiritual path. I have been a seeker for about 15 years. I grew up a Catholic but had a curiosity to study other religions. I have spent time with the Hare Krishnas, Sikhs, Eckankar among others. I do have...
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  8. WillEast

    Any Eckists out there ?

    Good day all, I have been studying the Eckankar discourses for a few years now and have not really seen too much benefit. Are there other Eckists out there who can share their own experiences and feedback.
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    Eckankar, Hare Krishnas and Choosing a Religious Path

    Good day all, This religious forum has brought together a great group of people. Would be nice if there was some chat function but the forum is a useful tool as well. While I grew up a Catholic, I later on had an intense desire to explore the mysteries of reincarnation and to gain...
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    Eckankar, Hare Krishnas and Choosing a Religious Path

    Good day all, This religious forum has brought together a great group of people. Would be nice if there was some chat function but the forum is a useful tool as well. While I grew up a Catholic, I later on had an intense desire to explore the mysteries of reincarnation and to gain...
  11. WillEast

    Why 16 rounds of the Mahamantra?

    I have been trying to increase the number of rounds that I chant since devotees are encourage to do 16 per day. Why is the number 16 important? Is it necessary to do 16 in order to progress or is there more benefit than doing less?
  12. WillEast

    Reflecting on my Place in the Hare Krishnas

    Hi All, I have been studying with the Hare Krishnas after a friend took me to New Vrindban. I felt an inner connection to the Vedic culture and Lord Krishna. I also appreciate the books of Prabhubad and the fellowship of the movement. Still, at times I feel like an outsider at the temple...
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