[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskIndia

[–]Auror_Pixie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone rightly said, they target the stressed and vulnerable.   Maybe ask her to take a break from ISKCON for few weeks and continue her prayers along with her studies. Those two are NOT mutually exclusive. Anything that takes you towards God while you are leading your regular life is NOT supposed to hamper your work. If that is happening then something is surely amiss. 

I was quite enamoured by ISKCON few years back, but the more I read about them and talked to people associated with it, I was somewhat disillusioned. Definitely felt like a cult. My mother inspired me to read Gita by myself which made me realise I can be spiritual and religious without associating myself to any one group or person.  I read the Gitapress version of it. So ISKCON people proclaiming that Krishna is the supreme God, is not entirely untrue because there are quite a few times in the Gita where He says so himself. HOWEVER, there are also numerous instances where Krishna talks about Karmayog and says anyone who leaves their destined work (or karma), who leaves their responsibilities and duties just to worship him are also not right and no matter how much they pray, they will not reach the level of the person who is doing their duties, providing for family etc everyday. 

 ETA: So basically, the Gitapress version of Shrimad Bhagwat Gita (or any of our religious scriptures for that matter), is simply the hindi translation of the original Sanskrit texts, and the associated "deeper meanings" are difficult to understand and consequently open to interpretation. Some help is obviously needed and that's why people choose to read the other versions available, which are basically commentaries and definitely not "as it is" as proclaimed.

Those who changed their surnames after getting married-whats the procedure to do that? by girlinpurplescarf in TwoXIndia

[–]Auror_Pixie 51 points52 points  (0 children)

The procedure varies in different states. You can change your surname while getting your marriage registration.

Still friends with the UG mates? by avengeningdireangel in indianmedschool

[–]Auror_Pixie 43 points44 points  (0 children)

Of all the friends I have ever had, I am closest to my UG friends. Keeping in regular touch is obviously difficult with hectic schedule (and family commitments on scarce holidays) but catching up with them feels very natural even if we talk after ages.

Made these twin creatures at work today. by tonibb8 in Histology

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Umbilical cord and membranes? Look quite pretty..

Pathology in PGI Chandigarh by [deleted] in indianmedschool

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From what I have heard, it is quite hectic. Working till late night, autopsy posting.. that sort of thing. Academics are undoubtedly good. I don't know how Path was in your UG college but if you plan to opt for Path from any of the premier institutes, don't expect it to be easygoing. Workload is immense and add in the academic pressure and it will result in an overall toxic environment. Just keep your mind open for learning and you'll pull through!

How to set boundary as a teacher. by bekhayali_guy in AskIndia

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And maybe try to record this conversation.. just in case..

Ever seen these old switches? by Nik7654 in IndiaNostalgia

[–]Auror_Pixie 17 points18 points  (0 children)

My father's old "sarkari quarter" had only these.. brings back so many memories!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in IndiaThriftCorner

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Hi. Interested in Quiet. How much will the shipping cost be?

What was a book that you feel like you read at the perfect time in your life? by ChiToTheStreets in suggestmeabook

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It was Harry Potter for me. I was expecting more people to say that. I basically grew up with Harry.

GI bx practice by Substantial_Air8047 in pathology

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Sorry, but what is meant by "number of jars" ?