Do I have to give up my religion to practice Sahaj Marg meditation?
Sahaj Marg teaches that all religions have their roots in the same common ground, which is spirituality. The spiritual impulse is found in all people as expressed in the heart-to heart connection between human beings everywhere. The process of developing our inner life should not be confused with a religious practice. A spiritual practice has nothing to do with religion – nor does it require us to give up the outer trappings of our religion. According to Sahaj Marg, religion provides the foundation for inner growth by laying down principles of character such as morality, selflessness, brotherhood and compassion. Through meditation we internalize these qualities and make them a living, guiding experience which ennobles our lives, bringing inner peace and security, as well as harmony in shared experiences with others. You may continue to do the religious practise until you feel the benefits of the meditation, when the practice may just drop off naturally. However, you should try Sahaj Ma
