Norad

 JK Yog

PATANJALI YOG DARSHAN 2.7-8

 

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Contemplation of pleasure results in attachment.

Contemplation of suffering results in aversion.

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You’re referring to Yoga Sutras 2.7–2.8 from Patanjali Yog Darshan, often explained by Swami Mukundananda in JK Yog teachings.

Sutra 2.7 — Attachment (Rāga)

“Contemplation of pleasure results in attachment.”
Meaning:

• When you keep thinking about something pleasurable, the mind starts clinging to it
• That clinging becomes attachment (I need this to be happy)
• Example: someone praises you → you replay it → you want more praise → attachment forms

Sutra 2.8 — Aversion (Dveṣa)

“Contemplation of suffering results in aversion.”
Meaning:

• When you keep thinking about pain or hurt, the mind creates dislike or hatred
• That dislike becomes aversion (I never want this again / I hate them)
• Example: someone insults you → you replay it → anger grows → aversion forms

How this connects to karma

• Repeated thinking about pleasure → attachment → dependence
• Repeated thinking about pain → aversion → hatred
• Both bind the mind and create karmic impressions (samskaras)

In simple words:

• Thinking about what you like → you get attached
• Thinking about what hurt you → you develop hatred

And that’s exactly why teachers say:

Stop replaying hurt — otherwise the mind manufactures aversion.

Want me to also explain:

•  What Sutra 2.3 (five kleshas) says?
• Or  how to stop attachment & aversion practically?

Norad

 Here’s the story explained by Swami Mukundananda:

The story (simple summary)

He describes a real-life reincarnation-style case used to explain karma:

• A child was born with strong hatred and fear toward a specific person/group without any reason in this life.
• The child would react emotionally, showing anger, resentment, and hostility even though nothing had happened in the present life.
• Later, when details of the child’s memories were investigated, it was revealed that in a previous life, the child had been deeply wronged by those same people.
• Because the person died holding intense hatred, that mental impression (samskara) carried forward into the next birth.
• So in the new life, the child continued the same bitterness, even though the original situation was gone.

The point he makes

• Hatred doesn’t end when the situation ends
• It becomes a mental imprint that follows the soul
• That imprint influences future reactions, relationships, and even next birth
• So hatred binds you to the person, while forgiveness breaks the karmic link

His one-line message

If you hate someone, you are spiritually tying yourself to them — possibly even into your next life.

Want me to also give:

•  The Bhagavad Gita verse he’s referring to
•  A real-world psychological interpretation (non-religious)
• Or  whether karma like this is literal or symbolic?

Evo bio beard

 The evolutionary biology of beards is mostly about sexual selection, social signaling, and hormones. Humans are one of the few primates where males grow prominent facial hair, so researchers treat beards as a secondary sexual characteristic—like a lion’s mane or a peacock’s tail.

1. Sexual selection (mate attraction or competition)

Beards likely evolved because they influenced mate choice or male–male competition:

• Studies show bearded men are often perceived as older, more dominant, and higher-status.
• In some contexts, women rate heavy stubble as most attractive; full beards are often rated highest for long-term partner potential (signals maturity and investment).
• A beard exaggerates jaw size, making the face look stronger — which may signal formidability in competition with other males.

This fits the Darwinian idea of sexual selection: traits evolve not because they help survival directly, but because they affect reproduction.

2. Social signaling (dominance & status)

Beards may function as honest signals:

• Facial hair depends on testosterone and androgen sensitivity.
• High testosterone is associated (loosely) with dominance behaviors.
• A beard visually amplifies threat perception — making rivals less likely to challenge.

Some anthropologists argue beards reduce physical conflict by signaling strength before fights.

3. Masculinity & age signaling

Beards communicate:

• puberty reached
• adulthood
• masculinity
• social rank

A clean-shaven face looks younger, which may explain why many cultures associate beards with authority (leaders, elders, sages).

4. Why humans (but not most primates)?

Humans evolved less body hair overall, but more male facial hair:

• Body hair reduced → better thermoregulation (sweating while running)
• Facial hair retained → social/sexual signaling remained useful
• Sexual dimorphism increased: males grow beards, females don’t

So the beard became more visible once the rest of the body hair decreased.

5. Protection hypothesis (secondary idea)

Some researchers propose beards may:

• cushion punches to the jaw
• reduce UV exposure
• protect skin in cold climates

But evidence suggests these are minor benefits compared to signaling.

6. Why beard preferences change over time

There’s also frequency-dependent selection:

• When most men are clean-shaven → beards stand out → more attractive
• When everyone has beards → clean-shaven stands out

This is why beard trends cycle culturally.

In short:
Beards likely evolved as a testosterone-linked signal of maturity, dominance, and masculinity, shaped mainly by sexual selection and social competition, not survival.

If you want, I can also explain:

•  why some men can’t grow beards (genetics)
•  why beards are patchy
•  why women don’t grow beards
•  why beards make men look older

Eustress x Mistress

 

• Not all stress is harmful — short-term or “positive” stress can improve motivation, performance and resilience.
• Chronic, long-lasting stress keeps the body under constant pressure and is linked to health problems like heart disease and weakened immunity.
• The healthiest approach is to find a balance: experience manageable challenges, allow recovery time and view stress as something that can be beneficial.

Get bks. Ag

 Here are the 4 books from that “Wish list” section, with what each one is about:

1.

The Age Code

— by

David Cox

Reviewed by Graham Lawton

• Cox measures his biological age and finds he’s ageing faster than expected.
• He tries to lower it mainly by changing diet (fewer calories, more fibre, better fats).
• Explores “drivers of ageing” like too many calories, low micronutrients, processed food.
• Includes experiments, lab tests, and extreme fibre intake attempts.

2.

Invincible: Defy Your Genetic Destiny to Live Better, Longer

— by

Florence Comite

• Focuses on diet, sleep, and exercise to slow ageing.
• Mix of science + self-help advice.
• Emphasizes overcoming genetic risk.

3.

This Book Could Save Your Life: The Science of Living Longer Better

— by

Graham Lawton

• Broad overview of longevity science.
• Practical lifestyle changes to live longer and healthier.
• Evidence-based rather than purely motivational.

4.

This Book May Save Your Life: Everyday Health Hacks to Worry Less and Live Better

— by

Karan Rajan

• Humorous, practical body and health hacks.
• Everyday physiology explained simply.
• Focus on optimizing daily habits.

Common theme:
All four books are about slowing ageing and improving lifespan, especially through:

• diet
• sleep
• exercise
• daily habits
• metabolic health

If you want, I can also:

•  rank them (most scientific vs easiest to read)
•  suggest which one to start with
•  summarize “biological age” in simple terms