Ātmonnati Sādhana — the path of inner spiritual growth — is often considered a very difficult subject. Most people feel this because:
* the subject is not explained clearly, or * they themselves do not absorb it sincerely.
Human mind has unlimited capacity. If one truly wishes to understand a subject, reflects on it deeply, and practises it, then even the most complex subject becomes simple. If one does none of this, the subject naturally feels difficult.
To understand spirituality, a seeker must learn *in the way shown by the one who teaches it*. One should be willing to leave behind one’s own rigid frameworks. In the pursuit of knowledge, stubbornness has no place. If the teacher’s method is accepted with humility, spiritual concepts unfold naturally.
A pure heart, honest mind, clean intellect, and noble intention make any spiritual subject clear and easy. Once understood, even the most subtle truths feel simple. Like a blank slate, the mind must be empty and open when approaching spiritual knowledge.
When we study the great saints and sages who attained extraordinary spiritual heights, we realise something important: Spiritual progress does not depend on school or college education. One need not even know how to read or write. Worldly education is not the measure of spiritual capacity.
The entire journey is about purity of heart, sincerity of intention, tendencies of the mind, and living a disciplined, righteous life.
In today’s age, pure-hearted, innocent, truthful seekers are rare. To awaken this inner purity again, practices like worship, sadhana, and sincere spiritual effort are essential.
Spiritual elevation is the most important purpose of human life. Whether you accomplish much in the world or not, one thing *must* happen: Your soul must evolve. Only then does the chain of lifetimes gradually rise, leading the soul toward ultimate liberation.
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There are two ways to achieve this spiritual elevation:
1. Following the path of worship according to your zodiac sign, or 2. Progressing under the direct guidance of a Sadguru
External practices like mantra-chanting, penance, and rituals are one path — but they are not the only way. A person can attain spiritual growth even without rigorous austerities or complex mantra sadhana.
Another powerful method is the Saptavār Upasana (Seven-Day Worship Practice), which you can read about here: