HETTI PRASANNA -LTTCC

  Introduction Our lives are shaped by memory. Memory does not just mean remembering your friend’s birthday or recalling a conversation. In yogic and Buddhist philosophy, memory goes much deeper—governing instinct, identity, karma, and the unfolding of our experiences. Yoga identifies eight distinct types of memory that influence our actions, perceptions, and even our spiritual path. When we integrate these with the Buddhist understanding of karma ( kamma ) as rooted in intentional action and mental imprints, we begin to see how memory is not only psychological but existential. This article explores the eight types of memory as taught in yogic insight, elaborates each with practical examples, and connects these to the Buddhist framework of karma.     1. Elemental Memory (Pañcabhūta Sm ṛ ti) Memory embedded in the five elements—earth, water, fire, air, and space—that constitute the body and environment. Example 1: The skin’s automatic response to hea...

  Introduction In our journey to understand the Dhamma, we often encounter paradoxes that seem difficult to reconcile. How can there be karma and rebirth if there is no self? How can actions have results in a timeless reality? To make sense of this, we must understand the principle of the Two Truths taught in Buddhist philosophy: Sammuti Sacca (Conventional Truth) and Paramattha Sacca (Ultimate Truth).Some denies this distinction as it has no clear canonical roots. This article is an attempt to shed light on these two essential perspectives in understanding dhamma.   1. What Are the Two Truths? ▸ Sammuti Sacca - Conventional Truth This refers to the way we describe and navigate the world using language, labels, roles, and relationships. It includes ideas like "I am meditating," "He is a monk," "This is good/bad," or "He was born there." Used for communication and social structure. Based on mental designations and co...

  Introduction Walk into any underperforming organization and ask what is wrong. You will often hear answers like "people don’t follow their job descriptions,” “our team is technically sound, but they need management skills, “the issue here is   we lack teamwork” or "managers lack discipline." While those may be symptoms, the deeper issue often lies in something less visible but far more powerful: team dynamics . Too often, companies focus on KPIs, systems, or individual skills while neglecting the human glue that binds everything together. Unfortunately, owners and leadership are also part of this problem. Team dynamics can silently elevate—or sabotage—your company’s performance. This article explores what team dynamics really are, why they matter, and how to diagnose and transform them so that they work as an enabler of business performance and growth.   What Are Team Dynamics? Team dynamics refer to the unconscious   psychological forces that influence h...