Posts by Lane Staniland

Carrying Mountains and Moving Hearts: Reflections on Verses 11–12 of the Hanuman Chalisa As we journey deeper into the sacred verses of the Hanuman Chalisa, we come to two lines that reflect Hanuman’s extraordinary strength and selfless action. These verses remind us that devotion is not passive—it moves mountains, quite literally, when it flows from…

How Do We Stay Devoted to Our Practice When Life Feels Overwhelming? It’s easy to chant, meditate, or feel close to Maharajji when life is calm. But when the world spins out—when grief, anxiety, or chaos take over—how do we stay anchored? How do we remain devoted when just getting through the day feels like…

Eggplant Curry Ingredients For Roasting the Eggplant: 2 medium eggplants (about 1¼ lb / 560g), cut into 1-inch cubes 1½ tbsp olive oil ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp black pepper For the Curry Base: 1 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, grated 1 inch ginger, grated 2 tsp curry powder 2…