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How does one express spirituality? The most basic way is through one's deeds. These deeds involve being a better human being who is sensitive towards other human beings, that is, being humane. This is the guiding theme of this year's World Confluence on Humanity, Power and Spirituality. Organised by the Srei Foundation, Business Economics and the Institute of Inspiration and Self-Development, the annual World Confluence, has since the last four years, sought to bring together people from different career paths onto a common platform whose hallmark is spirituality through service. Eschewing doctrinaire and divisive interpretation of religion, the World Confluence seeks a commingling of the beliefs and practices of different faiths, which elevate and empower the mind, soul and body. The purpose is to harmonise thoughts with actions, and bring unity rather than create divisions among people of different faiths; the binding factor is the expression of spirituality through h...

Dussehra is the last day of Navratri; and commemorates the victory of good over evil. The legend has it that on this day Lord Rama defeated the demon Ravana, Goddess Durga demolished the buffalo demon Mahishasura. These are just two. There are countless accounts of why we celebrate Dussehra — every region, every group, every faith has its own version. What then is the relevance of marking these dates? The answer is simple — energy. For those seeking the higher truths in life, these stories are cues mere to trace the underlying patterns of Creation and to harness the energies that lie therein. For spiritual aspirants it is the day for relieving oneself of the physical, emotional and financial imbalances to realize the divinity within. Spiritual practises and various mantra chantings on this day as detailed by your Guru can have a more pronounced effect of removing negativity within. —Yogi Ashwini is an adept at Sanatan Kriya