I also felt the same sense of ‘Deja Vu’ when I started learning yoga philosophy and other literature.
I can’t agree more on your points. Ofcourse the life is too small to devote to transient and petty subjects. We must aim higher, relatively permanent solution for larger good.
Ofcourse, the middle path or “Madhyam Marg” is in a way very practical and rational way to sort out confusion in worldly issues and taking firm decisions.
Rational thought process Clarity of mind No confusion+broad perspective firm decisions+action no remorse worthy life
It’s about clarity. If you get Clarity by reading one books that’s great. If you don’t and have time and interest then you can go for others.
In my opinion do limited and deep study, rather than vast and shallow. You can ofcourse read them for cross verification. I did it because there were multiple versions of same mudras and bandhas etc, so that I can find a common ground to practice and these books were some of the oldest reference to practical hatha yoga.
Aapko dekh kar mujhe apne dad ki yaad aa jaati hai… He was a disciple of Yogic Philosophy From following swami shivananda(Rishikesh Aashram) to attending hath yoga lectures of Dhirendra Bramhachari(katra ashram)… I also read some books of Swami Ramana Maharishi, Gayatri pariwar and swami shivananda in my childhood …but with time and after death of my father … I was distracted to dark side of internet.
But From April I controlled my thoughts …
You said it right @JumpingBuddha The basic of NF was to eliminate peeking.
Now I observe Visible benefits… Aadha kaam to aise hi ho ja raha hai sirf Peeking chhod dene se
Those are heavy words to use for me. Thanks for that. But your dad was the best dad, who sowed the seed of goodness in your heart. I hope you make him proud.
Let your actions make him hear, wherever he is- the progress of his progeny.
I wish you the best.
Make you dream come true. Act Now!
After around 300+ streak of brahmacharya, there have been so many changes in the life and experiences.
I never felt so powerful before in this journey so far.
I could run/paddle 10 km everyday!(never imagined I could do that effortlessly)
I could learn music instrument Harmonica/mouth organ(never knew sa re ga ma of music before)
I could learn Russian language on my own(Can you even imagine?)
After 3 years of UPSC preparation, I could not clear it. (Though I will always cherish those moments, learnings and experiences) Then I thought to do a comeback to IT industry again after all those gaps.
With the self-discipline and small preparation I could get an offer with more than double the package I was getting in my previous job before preparation.
I could balance my emotions even in adverse personal and family situations.
All the credit goes to the self-transformation I could achieve through brahmacharya.
Needless to say that, I too faced the issues, any normal person faces while choosing this path. I still remember, how my mind tried to divert towards bad things, objectifying human body and craving for transient carnal pleasure. But consistent effort, self discipline, a positive attitude and never give up attitude helped me a lot in this journey.
Not to forget, the contribution of this forum, which made me feel responsible and accountable for brahmacharya and its diligent practice.
Happiness of sharing, caring and learning from each others mistake is what kept me going - a higher level motivation.
Now I am more than determined, to restart my journey from Day 0, with new determination again, with tougher goals and challenges ahead.
I wish all my fellow companions-on the platform and otherwise, all the best and strength of their will to succeed in their respective endeavors.
Lets make this world a better place, together…
You know better than anybody else, that you can do it. And I believe we can!
Peace and Love to all.
Regards
JumpingBuddha
PS: I uninstalled this app after 300 days and now installed again.
Clarity of mind 
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