One of the most powerful practices to regain calm, clarity, and inner focus is to observe your thoughts and emotions. This simple act—of stepping back and witnessing what’s happening in your inner world—can create profound shifts. It helps break the loop of overthinking, reduces emotional reactivity, and restores your connection with the present moment. Read on to explore the powerful benefits of this simple exercise of simply observing what’s happening within you.
Why You Must Observe Your Thoughts and Emotions
Let’s face it—most of us operate on autopilot. We react before we reflect. We spiral into emotions without realizing what triggered them.
But when you observe your thoughts and emotions, you:
- Pause before reacting
- Spot unhelpful patterns
- Respond with awareness rather than impulse
It’s the missing link between thought and transformation. In fact, we explored this idea further in Self-Awareness and Personal Growth – The Missing Link in Your Reactions.
Observe Your Thoughts and Emotions: 4 Simple Steps
- Create Inner Distance
- Name What You Notice
- Use the Breath as Your Anchor
- Be Kind to Yourself
What Happens When You Start to Observe Your Thoughts and Emotions
- You become less reactive
You’ll notice a growing ability to pause before reacting emotionally. That pause is power.
- You gain mental clarity
Foggy thinking clears when you stop getting entangled in every thought that arises.
- You develop emotional intelligence
Emotions stop being confusing or overwhelming. You begin to understand where they come from—and how to let them go.
- You feel calmer, lighter, freer
As awareness grows, the grip of old stories and fears starts to loosen.
Your Mind, Your Servant – Not Your Master
When you observe your thoughts and emotions, you re-establish your place as the captain of the ship—not the storm-tossed passenger. This is the true meaning of inner power: being conscious of your inner world so that your outer world aligns with peace, clarity, and purpose.
As Master Choa Kok Sui beautifully stated:
“The mind is a subtle instrument of the soul.”
Observing the mind lets you align it with your true self—your soul—and helps you regain clarity, purpose, and peace.
What Is Active Listening?
Have you ever felt like someone was hearing you, but not really listening? We all have. That’s where the concept of active listening comes in. It’s not just about staying quiet while someone talks. It’s about being fully present, trying to understand what the other person really means.
Master Choa Kok Sui, in his Golden Lotus Sutra, beautifully said, “What is important is to understand – not to agree or disagree.” That one line tells us everything we need to know about active listening. It’s not about judging. It’s about connecting.
Why Do We See Things Differently?
People often disagree. That’s normal. Why? Because we all come from different backgrounds, have different personalities, and carry different life stories.
In fact, spiritual teacher Alice Bailey spoke about the concept of Seven Ray Types. These are like seven different energies or ways of thinking. Some people are natural leaders. Others are more thoughtful or emotional. Some love structure, while others thrive on creativity. So naturally, we see the world in different ways.
That’s why it’s so important to understand where someone is coming from. Maybe their opinion sounds odd at first. But once you know their background or nature, it might start to make sense.
The Real Power of Understanding
So, what is active listening really about? It means:
- You stay open.
- You don’t interrupt.
- You ask questions to understand.
- You don’t rush to give your opinion.
Active listening means giving someone space to be themselves. You don’t have to agree. But when you understand their point of view, something magical happens. You create respect.
In workplaces, this leads to better teamwork. In families, it builds stronger bonds. When people feel heard, they open up more. And when you truly listen, you grow too.
You Can Disagree — But Kindly
Sometimes you won’t agree. That’s okay. The goal isn’t to always say yes. The goal is to understand first. Then, if needed, share your opinion respectfully. Especially when multiple people are involved in a decision, active listening helps everyone feel seen.
It also makes the decision-making process smoother. Why? Because people are more likely to support a decision when they feel heard, even if it’s not what they hoped for.
Final Thought: Listen to Grow
What is active listening? It’s a skill, a habit, and a gift. It helps you build deeper relationships, make better decisions, and become a kinder person.
So the next time someone talks, don’t just hear. Listen. Not to agree or disagree—but to truly understand.
That’s where real growth begins.
Every year on International Yoga Day, millions of people across the world roll out their yoga mats, stretch their bodies, and connect with their breath. But yoga is more than just poses. There’s a deeper kind of yoga—a spiritual superhighway—that not many know about. In this blog, learn what is Arhatic Yoga, and why it is considered the fastest way for spiritual growth, despite living a normal, modern life.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Is there a way to grow spiritually while staying balanced, smart, and powerful in real life?” — then Arhatic Yoga may be exactly what you’re looking for.
What Is Arhatic Yoga?
Arhatic Yoga is an advanced spiritual practice developed by Master Choa Kok Sui, the founder of modern Pranic Healing. It’s sometimes called “the yoga of synthesis” because it brings together the best parts of several major yogic traditions—Raja Yoga, Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, and Jnana Yoga.
But don’t worry—you don’t have to twist into a pretzel or leave your daily life behind. Arhatic Yoga is designed for modern people who want to grow spiritually while still living a normal, successful life.
The word “Arhatic” comes from the word Arhat, which means a perfected soul.
What Makes Arhatic Yoga So Special?
Most yoga practices focus on one thing—maybe just the body, or just the breath, or only the mind. Arhatic Yoga is different because it focuses on your whole being—your body, energy, emotions, mind, and soul.
Here’s what Arhatic Yoga includes:
- Purification
Before you grow spiritually, you need to clear out the “junk.” Arhatic Yoga teaches powerful techniques to remove negative emotions, habits, and thoughts. It’s like cleaning your room before inviting light in.
- Meditations
You’ll learn deep and guided meditations that awaken your heart, strengthen your mind, and expand your awareness. These include Meditation on Twin Hearts and Arhatic Kundalini Meditation among other powerful meditations.
- Breathing Techniques
Special breathing practices help cleanse your energy system, regulate your emotions, and energise your being.
- Character Building
This isn’t just about “being nice.” Arhatic Yoga helps you become stronger, wiser, kinder, and more courageous. You work on becoming the best version of yourself—step by step. Check out our blog on Character Building in Spirituality.
- Spiritual Activation
Through years of safe and structured practice, your chakras (energy centers) are gradually awakened. This gives you greater intuition, inner strength, and a deep connection to your higher self.
What Are the Benefits of Arhatic Yoga?
When practiced regularly, Arhatic Yoga can bring incredible changes in your life:
- More clarity and better decision-making
- Emotional balance and less stress
- Stronger intuition
- Faster personal and spiritual growth
- Greater energy and better health
- Deeper connection with your soul
How to Learn Arhatic Yoga
Arhatic Yoga is not something you find in just any yoga class. It’s a sacred and structured path, taught by certified instructors around the world who were trained under the guidance of Master Choa Kok Sui.
Here’s how to begin:
- Learn Pranic Healing: This is the first step. You’ll understand energy, the aura, and healing techniques that can help you heal very basic ailments to chronic and complicated ailments.
2. Understand the true nature of the soul in the workshop, “Achieving Oneness with the Higher Soul”
3. Attend Arhatic Yoga Prep Class: Once you’ve practiced Pranic Healing, you can attend the preparatory course on Arhatic Yoga.
4. Practice daily purification and meditation: The tools you get in the course need to be practiced regularly. The more committed you are, the more powerful your growth.
You can find centers or trainers through authorized Pranic Healing organizations in your country. Some even offer online programs or hybrid formats depending on where you are.
This International Yoga Day, Go Beyond the Physical
Yoga isn’t just a workout. It’s a journey inward. Arhatic Yoga gives you a clear map to become a better person—inside and out. It helps you deal with life, people, emotions, and challenges with wisdom, strength, and grace.
So this International Yoga Day, don’t just stretch your body. Stretch your soul. Ask yourself:
“What if I could grow spiritually, think clearly, feel deeply, and live powerfully—all at the same time?”
With Arhatic Yoga, you can.
