A STUDY ON THE EFFECT OF RAJYOGA MEDITATION FOR IMPROVEMENT OF POSITIVE THINKING AND SELF - ESTEEM

(A Study conducted in Shantivan, Abu Road, Rajasthan)

DISSERTATION SUBMITTED TO ANNAMALAI UNIVERSITY, IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DEGREE OF MASTER OF SCIENCE IN VALUE EDUCATION & SPIRITUALITY Undertheguidanceof

Miss.B.K.SavitriJeramBhadra (M.A.,M.Phil.,D.H.E.,Dip.Edu.)
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Certified that the dissertation A Study on the effect of Rajyoga Meditation for the improvement of Positive Thinking and Self-esteem ( Study among the Inmates of Shantivan ) is a record of research work done by Mr. Ravichandra Sekara Javvaji Shantivan Abu Road during the period of his study under my guidance and that the dissertation has not previously formed the basis for the award of any degree, diploma, associate ship, fellowship or similar other titles and that is an independent work done by him.

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I hereby declare that the dissertation entitled A STUDY ON THE EFFECT OF RAJYOGA MEDITATION FOR IMPROVEMENT OF POSITIVE

THINKING AND SELF-ESTEEM ( A Study amoung the Shantivan inmates) submitted for the Degree of Master of Science in Value Education and Spirituality is my original work and the dissertation has not formed the basis for the award of any degree, diploma, associate ship, fellowship or similar other titles. It has not been submitted to any other University or Institution for the award of any degree or diploma.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I must mention the gracious powerful showers of Almighty Authority enabled me to complete this study with a great vigor. This study may help in improving ones Positive Thinking and Self Esteem as far as A STUDY ON THE EFFECT OF RAJYOGA MEDITATION FOR IMPROVEMENT OF POSITIVE THINKING AND SELF-ESTEEM is concerned the study has provided an opportunity to gain useful insights into various transformational skills of different methodologies, Positive Thinking and Self-Esteem. It is with real pleasure that, I record my indebtedness to my guide Miss., B.K.Savitri Jeram Bhadra for his counsel and guidance during preparation of this dissertation. A deep sense of gratitude is owed to Rajyogi BK Nirwair, Chairman, BK Mrityunjay, Vice Chairman of Education Wing, BK Pandiamani, Director, PGDVES who gave an opportunity to work on the project relating to Spirituality. I must mention the gesture, conducive behavior and professional acumen showed by Rajyogi BK Ravi Bhai, Incharge (Sound Department), Brahmakumaris who supported me with their valuable blessings and cooperation. I am thankful to all the respondents who could spare their valuable time in providing with valuable information .

Signature of the candidate Place : Abu Road Date : 20-06-2012 Ravi Chandra Sekara Javvaji En. No. 6641103155

LIST OF CONTENTS
Chapter Content Approval Letter Guides consent Certificate Declaration Acknowledgement List of Tables Graphical Representations 1 Introduction Positive Thinking Self Esteem Rajyog Meditation Selection of the Problem Page No I II III IV V 58-63 65-89 13 14 20 25 34

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Importance of Study Objective of Study Hypothesis Limitation of Study Chapterization Review of Related Literature Research and Methodology Analysis and Interpretation of Data Findings, Conclusion and Suggestions Bibliography Sample Questionnaire

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Annexure 1 Annexure 2

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Rajyog practice Benefits of Rajyog Positive Thinking before Rajyog practice Positive Thinking after Rajyog practice Effect of Rajyog on Behavior Enhancement of Self-esteem Development of Self-esteem Brain Empowerment Experience of Powers from Rajyog Need of Spiritual powers Positive thought pattern

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Influence of Positive Thinking Mind Control Transformation of Sanskaras Effect of Positive Thinking on atmosphere Mind stability Good Relations Self Regard is Self-Esteem Self Esteem through acceptance of Self Peace and Purity True well wisher Self Esteem is invisible key Possibility of new things

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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
The Word yoga has many meanings and is derived from the Sanskrit root yoga meaning to control, to yoke or to unite. Translations include joining uniting or union. Rajayoga Meditation gives us a clear spiritual understanding of our self, helps us to rediscover and use the qualities already latent within us, enables us to develop our strengths of character and create new attitudes and responses to life. A Values based life is self capable life free of doubt or fear. Living a value based life helps us to know who we are in the grand scheme of life. The 7 essential values are Knowledge, Purity, Peace, Love, Happiness, Bliss and Power. Balance is the secret of life and attainment of success is synonymous to perfect balance. Mere dynamic body or just an alert sharp mind would take one to nowhere. One needs to have harmony between body, mind & spirit to keep the rhythm going. Through practice of Rajyoga we can develop Positive Thinking and Self-Esteem to desirable extent.

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1.1 POSITIVE THINKING

Positive Thinking is the ability to use the energy of the mind i.e. the thought in the creative and the constructive way, in order to deal with situations, circumstances and relationships.

Principles of Positive Thinking

The following principles of Positive Thinking can help you determine whether your thoughts are indeed positive. They are reminders that your self-respect is the key to your approach to all situations. You are not deterred by negative appearances or falsehood but maintain an attitude of self-confidence and willingness to find benefit. The foundation of Positive Thinking is to have self-respect and to be contented. Self-respect means to be assertive and to set boundaries about what is acceptable and what is not. The aim is to reach a stage of neutrality where your mind is purely positive because your thoughts are completely free from the opposition or resistance of negativity.

1. Positive Thinking is about seeing the negative for what it is and thereby neutralizing its power over you. If you dont identify it clearly, then you are influenced by it. 2. Positive Thinking is the consistent refusal to engage in projection. That means to refuse to project onto others the lures ad entrapments of negativity which lurk in

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your inner world. It also means that you refrain from seeing world through rose colored glasses and getting dazzled and impressed. Projection distorts your perception and skews your vision of the world. 3. Positive Thinking is to be free from worrying about others. 4. Positive Thinking is to develop an attitude of enlightened self interest. This is the opposite of selfishness. It means to come to terms with yourself and not be deceived by your own weaknesses. 5. Spirituality identifies you as a pure, peaceful, powerful jewel in the heart of God. Positive thinking is to respect yourself by refusing to adopt someone elses negative vision of you. In this way you also avoid the powerful negative force of self-doubt. 6. A Positive Thought is produced in the face of many things that are negative. Sustained Positive Thinkings lead to neutrality. A neutral thought is produced when there is no further negativity to contend with. 7. Self respect means that you consider it inappropriate it criticize others. You consider it cowardly to feel threatened by someone else. You view everyone as responsible for their own behavior. 8. Self-respect is to affirm that you are a pure and peaceful soul. From this spiritual sense of identity you resist prerogative thoughts about your personal value and integrity from within and from without.

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Self respect implies self confidence. You maintain regard for yourself independently of praise or defamation, success or failure. You maintain an attitude of love, peace, faith, courage, perseverance, enthusiasm and happiness.

10. Your contentment allows you to have a large heart, magnanimous feelings towards others and a comfortable relationship with the social environment, free from fear. 11. Respecting yourself gives you the power to discern, when someone wants you to buy into a lie: but you dont. 12. A Positive thinker has a personal ethical policy of honesty. This ensures that the faculties of intuition and perception are reliable. An honest person can detect when someone is lying. You have regard for your discernment and therefore are hard to deceive. At the time of deception the others effort will be to persuade you to disregard what you know dont exist. 13. You are not deceived by things that you feel Positive but in fact negative. Negativity is subtle and invisible. It occurs both within the self and through other people. Your thoughts of contentment are not based on appearances. 14. Positive Thinking is independent thinking based on higher principles and values. It is not a reaction to appearances or being dependent on people, places and things being as you expect. 15. Thinking a positive thought in a simplistic way is form of denial because it ignores the web of negativity and the selfish motives of others around you. Unless you discern others elfish motives, you will get duped.

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Benefits of Positive Thinking In Self respect you are free. It follows that you then become free from anxiety about the past and the future. You generate habits of positive actions because thoughts always precede action. Your positive and optimistic state of mind dispels fears, worries, anxiety and depression. Your mind radiates energy into the environment, so you produce a positive atmosphere which paves the way for inner silence for yourself and others. Generating streams of Positive thoughts also promotes mental stability and this in turn enables you to cope successfully with the challenges of life. In this way you are doing what is necessary to care your mind. If you are a good friend to your mind, then your mind will also be a very good friend and help you in every aspect of your life.

The power and effects of thoughts

Our thoughts are the seeds of the tree of our whole life. The quality of thoughts that we have will determine how we feel, our attitudes, behavior, personality, health, relationships and therefore our future. Often we are not aware of our thinking and feel that we are unable to control it, yet thoughts are our own creation. Ultimately, we are the one who has control over our life. We are responsible for our own thoughts, feelings and behavior. Thoughts have great power. We create our feelings and experiences by the thoughts we choose to think. We have the ability to actively guide our thoughts in a positive way.

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Frequent repetition of the same types of thoughts creates our belief and attitudes. Positive thoughts are those of silence, love, peace and happiness. They give us energy and strength. Negative thoughts are those of doubt, aggression, worry, guilt, jealousy. These thoughts rob us the power and strength and make us feel tired and drained. What we believe, comes true for us. We cant control other people, situations or circumstances. We can control what is going on inside of us. Our true nature is positive. Negativity is just a result of faulty thinking.

Methods to keep outlook Positive

Think, speak and feel positively about ourselves, others and situations. Believe in our own worth, Happiness is our decision. Always visualize ourselves and our way of life the way we want it. Dwell on what we want and then we will gravitate towards that. Set goals, but remember we need goals not for what they get us but what they do to us. What we become is more important than what we get. Dont place limits on ourselves. The biggest limitation is the thought we cant Discipline our mind and intellect. We are in control. We decide what we put in there, so we determine what we get back. Knowledge is the essential nourishment for the intellect. See problems as opportunities to learn.

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Treat our self well. Make time for ourselves as a necessity not an objective. Pause on our path just like music is the space between the notes. Surround ourselves with good people, people who support us and our efforts to change. Have an attitude of gratitude. This ensures our attention is on what we want.

Few tips to develop Positive Thinking 1. Always use only positive words while thinking and while talking. Use words such as, I can, I am able, it is possible, it can be done, etc. 2. Allow into your awareness only the feelings of happiness, strength and success. 3. Try to disregard and ignore negative thoughts. Refuse to think such thoughts and substitute them with constructive happy thoughts. 4. In conversation use words that evoke feelings and mental images of strength, happiness and success. 5. Before starting with any plan or action, visualize clearly in your mind its successful outcome. If we visualize with concentration and faith, we will be amazed at the results. 6. Read at least one page of some inspiring books every day. 7. Watch movies that make feel happy. 8. Minimize the time you listen to the news and read the papers. 9. Associate yourself with people who think positively.

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10. Always sit and walk with your back straight. This will strengthen your confidence and inner strength. 11. Walk, swim or engage in some other physical activity. This helps to develop a more positive attitude.

1.2 SELF ESTEEM

Self Esteem is one of the key aspects to success in life that most people pay zero attention to. How much better would it be If we approached life with certainty and confidence that we can cope with everything that comes to us. Self Esteem is about selftrust; trust in our self, in our mind and trust in our judgment, trust in our ability to cope with change. When we raise Self Esteem new things in life becomes possible and new world of choices opens up and it will leads to whole new world of actions and it leads to destiny.

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Seven Ways to Define Self Esteem

1. Self Esteem is how we think about ourself, the regard in whioch we hold our actions, our talents and our skills 2. Self Esteem is not boasting or bragging; instead, it is an honest assessment of our successes and the internal strengths that brought us those victories. 3. Self-Esteem or lack of it, permeates our work and personal lives. It is where our we leave our mark, when ever we try and fail and then have the courage to try again. 4. Self-Esteem is the conviction that you are competent to cope with lifes challenges and worthy of happiness. 5. Self Esteem is the way you talk yourself about yourself, how you feel about yourself and the extent to which you think and feel you can cope with the situation in front of you. 6. Self-Esteem is the knowledge and awareness of your own intrinsic uniqueness, beauty and value. 7. Self-Esteem is concient consciousness in which an individual constantly values the inner self, the innate qualities within, regardless of whether the self is valued or respected externally.

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Changes Occurring in Positive Lifestyle through Rajyoga :

A Rajyogi realizes self and others as s soul. This develops unique and

uninfluenced consciousness in him about himself as well as others. He believes in karma philosophy. He believes what is good/bad for him is also good/bad for others. So he becomes capable of paying true respect and love to self and others. In fact it is like sitting on the throne (becoming king= building Self Esteem) and giving the same seat to others. In other words, it is like give respect and take ( have or maintain) respect. He is both King and Servant of the society. He is ready to serve the society without losing his self esteem. Like parents are both owners of the family and also servants, similar attitude is of a Rajyogi. As we realize God, our purity increases due to charging. So, there is 100% coincidence in both goal and path in raja yoga. That is- there is fruit in every step of the effort. To the extent of coverage of the path, the goal is also achieved. There is no loss at all in godly student life.

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Qualities of a Soul
Truth Knowledge Peace Happiness Power
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Purity Love Bliss

1.3 Meaning of Yog & Rajyoga

Yog = yoga (in some language pronunciation is yoga, in some Yog) means relation. When somebody passes away (dies), Indians say the person got vi-yoga (= opposite of yoga) with/from his children, wife, relatives. So breakdown of a relation is termed as vi-yoga. Hence the real meaning of yoga is being in close relation or communion.

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In general, everyone in the world is a yogi (= one who performs yoga). A child has its yoga (relation) with its mother. A student thinks of his teacher. Two lovers love each other. A scientists yoga is deeply with the subject of his research. So in simple terms, yoga means thinking, remembering or conscious of. Raj = raja (pronounced as raaj or raaja) means king. King means the greatest, the only one, unique, the most powerful. King is the highest degree or qualification that can be achieved. Hence Rajyoga means the greatest, complete, true, powerful, unlimited, extra-ordinary, real relation. let us see how it is. All the relations in this world are limited, temporary, ordinary and incomplete. They may be imperfect and may also have even ignorance. eg: one may be father to another. But, he cannot be mother. One may be teacher to somebody, but not doctor or lover to the same. Even the father may not be able to perform his full duty to his child. If the father is poor or less intelligent, he may not be able to look after his children properly. Sometimes, the father may also give some disease to his children as property! And pass his disease to his children as heredity (diabetes, heart diseases, etc) if one of them dies, the relation ends. So the relation is temporary. Sometimes, there can be fights between father and children, difference in opinions among friends. There can be misunderstanding or lack of comfort between those persons. Two friends may become enemies tomorrow let us see the spiritual or real relation. The real relation is based on God (real=truth). The soul gets purified by remembrance of God. This puts end to all the problems for 2500 years (heaven). The sins of period of 2500 years (hell) can be cleared by continuous, love full, faithful, knowledge full remembrance of god. As there is no bodily relation, Godfather becomes

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(is) mother, teacher, guru, lover, friend, companion, etc, everything to the soul. {Hence, there is a saying- Twameva maataascha pitaa twameva, twameva bandhuscha sakhaa twameva, twameva vidyaa dravinam twameva, twameva sarvam mama deva deva the meaning is - Oh God, you are my mother, father, relative, friend, knowledge, wealth. You are everything (sarvam) to me.} This is the complete relation. This satisfies a soul completely. So, Rajyoga means- being in the soul conscious stage and to remember the most beloved, bodiless, incorporeal Godfather. That is to become soul conscious and Supreme conscious. Relation between the Souls and the Supreme Soul has no beginning or ends. It is present all the times, either directly or indirectly.

Rajyoga Meditation
Meditation simply means the management of your thoughts. It is to have the ability to think of what you want and when you want, without interference from other thoughts. Meditation is to develop the ability to concentrate on a particular subject without being attracted and influenced by the five senses, the five vices and the five elements. Rajayoga Meditation is a method of relaxing, refreshing and clearing the mind and heart. It helps you look inside to rediscover and reconnect with your original, spiritual essence.

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FOUR STAGES OF RAJA YOGA INITIATION MEDITATION CONCENTRATION REALIZATION

Initiation :First of all, you make the decision to meditate. You go to your meditation place, set up whatever accessories you would like and you sit with the intention of meditation for a particular period of time and on a particular theme. Carefully select you theme which needs to be of your interest. Meditation is not a routine or something you do by rhythm alone. It is not a chant or a repeated prayer but an internal conversation and a communion with the Supreme Soul.

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Meditation :In Meditation you begin by turning the mind within and considering yourself to be a soul. One by one, think about all you know about being a soul. At first it seems hard to focus on such thoughts as, I am immortal, invisible, a point of light, eternal. Persist and evoke the deeper meaning of each word. Consider each descriptor. What does it mean to you to be immortal? Can you think about yourself as never dying? Imagine it and evoke the feeling of what it would be like to be forever. Things will take you to a stage where you have an inner experience of the meaning. You feel what it is like to be peaceful and immortal. What does it mean to be invisible to the human eye? Can you think of being invisible? Your face is not you. Your body is not you. What you see in the mirror is not you. What you are? A non-material, very subtle, invisible point of spiritual light. Imagine the tiniest point of light, like a tiny star in the night sky. That is what you look like. You are an extraordinary star of consciousness, sitting in the centre of your forehead. Imagine that. Try walking down the street as an invisible point of light energy. See how it feels. You can be in a meditative state of consciousness even while walking around and doing routine activities.

Concentration :The next stage of meditation is concentration. This clear focus comes as your efforts to create thoughts about the soul, cease to be strenuous. Thoughts come in an inspiring

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flow in which you feel carried far beyond the pull of the everyday world and you soar in a flight of spiritual thoughts that seem to be creating themselves. You are truly involved in the thought stream and experiencing the deeper meaning and feeling of the flow. You experience a natural states of detachment and dispassion towards the external world. Distractions have no hold over you and your connection with the divine dimension remains uninterrupted and concentrated. In this stage you will feel introverted. You experience you are gaining power from supreme being and imbibing all the powers from him. Your intellect is in very stable state, your decision power increases which helps to be powerful in any kind of situation in our corporeal world.

Realization :Realization is quite an advanced stage. It comes once the circling of the concentration stage becomes completely stables. You reach a point of such stability that you are able to lift off from the workings of the mind and enter a dimension when you are totally still. In this stage you are completely soul absorbed. This is the stage where you can make contract with Supreme Soul. Your complete stillness allows you to hold the subtle contact and you are filled with extraordinary. Meditation enables an integration of your spiritual identity with the social and physical realities around you, restoring a functional and healthy balance between

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your inner and outer worlds. The word Yoga or meditation means 'connection'. The mental connection between the soul and Supreme Soul or the remembrance of the Supreme Soul by the soul is called meditation or Rajyoga. Meditation washes off all dirt from the soul; bathing in a river may clean the body but a soul is cleansed only in the remembrance of the Supreme Soul through meditation.

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The most important journey you can take is the journey within. This is a journey to the truth of who you really are. This is the place, just beyond every day consciousness, where spiritual empowerment begins. Spiritual power gives you the power to choose creative thinking rather than automated thinking, response rather than reaction, peace, love and harmony rather than stress, conflict and chaos.

Meditation enables you to embark on this inward journey. Raja Yoga meditation gives you a clear spiritual understanding of yourself, helps you rediscover and use the positive qualities already latent within you, enables you to develop your strengths of character and create new attitudes and responses to life. You begin to remember things about yourself that you once knew, but had long forgotten. You start to enjoy moments of silence and to savour periods of introspection and reflection. Meditation also helps you disconnect from damaging habits of thought, feeling and reaction. This results in a conscious, positive release of energy which improves the quality of your attitude, actions, and interactions. The process of going within, disconnecting from harmful habits, connecting to your innate spiritual resources, and reconnecting with your external life, is personally empowering in a lasting way. Meditation is taught as a method of raising self-awareness leading to self realisation. Meditation stills the mind and empowers the intellect to achieve insight and

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understanding of the spiritual laws and principles which sustain harmony and can bring natural renewal at all levels of life on earth.

Why connect with the Supreme Soul?

Recharge Battery of the Soul Experience being eternal and imperishable

Purification

Rajyoga meditation redefines the self as a soul and enables a direct connection and relationship with the Supreme Source of purest energy and highest consciousness. Raja Yoga can be translated as supreme union, or as highest connection. Every soul has a right to experience this ultimate relationship.

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Experience of Rajyoga Meditation

Like any skill, meditation requires practice to achieve satisfying results. More and more people are adding some kind of meditation to their daily routine either as an effective antidote to stress, or as a simple method of relaxation. By doing a little meditation every day, it soon becomes a natural and easy habit, which generously rewards you for the effort it involves. Meditation simply means the management of your thoughts. It is to have the ability to think of what you want and when you want, without interference from other thoughts. Meditation is to develop the ability to concentrate on a particular subject without being attracted and influenced by the five senses, the five vices and the five elements. Meditation is the only means through which soul gets link or association with God, who is the truth. By dint of Yoga or meditation, man controls his otherwise fickle sense organs and overcomes diverse vile thoughts. Meditation has such great force that, under its influence, even the elements of nature are brought to elevated state and the right path and peace is established in the world. Through the meditation or Raja Yoga, the soul gets immense joy of an extraordinary kind from its link with the Supreme Soul. Relationship is the lever that can lift us to the state of meditation.

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1.4 SELECTION OF THE PROBLEM

In this present world, we have seen that there is lot of increase in negativity, lack of spiritual power, self confidence, Positive Thinking, Self Esteem in every individuals. This lack of strength leads to Laziness, redundant, hopeless and useless lot. Such people become a burden to themselves and also to the world. They are a curse to the world. You waste lots of thoughts and mind power in process of negative thinking. Thoughts related to disadvantages of various events and lose as being perceived by an individual. Such thoughts also increases toxic chemicals to some extent. Negative thoughts come when our thought energy levels are low, they tend to be dead end. So we have chooen, A STUDY ON THE EFFECT OF RAJYOGA MEDITATION FOR IMPROVEMENT OF POSITIVE THINKING AND SELFESTEEM it is very much necessary to practice Rajyog meditation for developing Positive Thinking and Self Esteem, which leads to gain power and raises the self confidence to overcome all sorts of situations and circumstances.

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1.5 IMPORTANCE OF STUDY

This study will be beneficial to the Analytical Study of factors responsible for ensuring successful integration of strategies of Positive Thinking and Self Esteem through Raj yoga Meditation to attain holistic goals and empower self. It will highlight the issues, such as stress free life, level of motivation, career development and attitude of self in relation to self and other coming in touch even by thoughts. This study reveals the innovative techniques of Positive Thinking & Self Esteem through Raj yoga with the Scope to increase or widen up the attainments. The Rajyoga Meditation will be effective for implementation of innovative methods of various functions of life. It transforms away the main causes and failures of Positive Thinking and Self esteem due to Stressful Situations. Rajayoga Meditation also helps in increase of concentration power which enhances the Positive Thinking Pattern by which Self Esteem raises. This study is thus expected to pave a way for the wider studies in the same discipline in due course of time in the interest of individual in particular and the whole world in general.

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1.6 OBJECTIVE OF STUDY

Rajyoga lifestyle is an indifferent subject and a normal person can understand the common rationale into this. The meditation is mostly dependent on the way of

manipulating thoughts. It plays an important role in the effectiveness and success achieved in developing Positive Thinking and Self Esteem, in the aspect of peace within, maintaining serenity of mind and achieving the totality of self. To enhance the same, many studies are conducted to overcome the problems faced by living with random lifestyles. 2.1 Objective. The purpose of this study was to find out the effect of Rajyoga meditation on development of Positive Thinking and Self Esteem among reside of Shantivan complex. A second aim was to elevate the beliefs and attitudes of Rajyoga lifestyle into practice. Normally, teachings are just kept at a corner of mind but at Rajyoga lifestyle teachings are the practices not just preaching. Presently, no strict following of laws and rules implemented are considered and as they say rules are made to be broken but here one enjoys keeping themselves within the line of control to achieve higher stages with delighting returns. However, the stress levels among the people have directed them towards a search of better lifestyles and Rajyoga lifestyle surely an end to their discovery. Rajyoga Meditation helps all by reformation of the human moral ethics and

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directs them to follow the ethical conduct in order to progress the self which will directly help the world to prosper. The study is undertaken the following specific objectives. 1. To know the effect of Rajyoga on developing PositiveThinkingand Self Esteem. 2. To study about the present lifestyle of the people. 3. To study the concept, meaning and ways of Rajyoga. 4. To study the effect of Rajyoga in the lifestyle of the people. To create an atmosphere of peaceful coexistence. 5. To establish a better world by bringing a change in the consciousness of the people from body consciousness to soul consciousness

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1.7 HYPOTHESIS
It is hypothesized that majority of the rajyog mediator experienced that there Self confidence level has raised to appreciable level. It is hypothesized that all of them overcame with there negative attitude and improper behavior. It is hypothesized practicing rajyog leads to increase in self esteem which leads to path of success in there daily life. It is hypothesized that before practicing rajyog most of time was simply wasted due to wasteful and negative thoughts. It is hypothesized that practicing rajyog made them to feel free from stressful life, overcoming depression. It is hypothesized that after regular practice of meditation they overcame anger, Arrogance, lack of will power and strengthened themselves.

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1.8 LIMITATIONS OF STUDY

Since the theme of the study is quite broad in character, it involves the life of an individual of the world, but keeping in view of the lack of time and expenditure the research delimits study to the 30 inhabitants who are the regular practitioners of Rajyoga in the Shantivan complex of the Brahmakumaris International Head quarters. Abu road Rajasthan. This pilot study was conducted on 30 Normal Rajyoga meditation practitioners. All were vegetarians and led a sedentary lifestyle. Role of the Rajyoga in development of Positive Thinking and Self Esteem is the new concept introduced in various localities. As the respondents selected for the study is in and across Shantivan complex comprising of people from the various parts of India who came to study and practice Rajyoga in Brahmakumaris spiritual organisation and only thirty respondents are taken into consideration for the responses from the respondents at various departments i.e., Sound Section, engineering sector, medical sector, kitchen and cookery, students, IT, housing, educationalist, Rajyoga teachers, researchers for the response for the actual effect of the Rajyoga on PositiveThinkingand Self Esteem.

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1.9 CHAPTERIZATION
The first chapter consists with introduction, which includes objectives, need and importance of the study, hypothesis of the study conducted, limitation and chapterization of the study. The second chapter deals review of related literature. The third chapter reveals the research methodology. The fourth chapter provides analysis and interpretation of data collected. The fifth chapter identifies the finding, conclusion, suggestion & scope for the further research. Last part of the report is bibliography & appendices.

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BENEFITS OF RAJYOG
Practices of Rajyoga improves thinking pattern from negative to positive and enhance Self Esteem of the practitioner. However those who practice they experience following benefits. The Benefits of Rajyoga Meditation The benefits of meditation are enormous. Meditation calms our mind and body. In these fast and frenetic times, meditation has the most important ability to replenish mental and emotional energy. Meditation enables you to create new attitudes and responses to life. Meditation gives you a clear spiritual understanding of Self. Meditation is the process of re-discovering, enjoying and using the positive qualities been within you but latent. Like any skill, meditation requires practice to achieve comprehensive and satisfying results. By doing a little every day, meditation soon becomes a natural and easy habit, which generously rewards you for the little effort it involves. Musical aid benefits to Meditation techniques. Due to regular practice of concentration of mind, elimination of wasteful thoughts and continual linkage to the supreme soul, the raj yogi attains higher self confidence which enables him to undertake more efforts on self transformation. The success of such efforts also strengthen the will power to overcome any negativity in his personality. A particular thought , feeling or action when repeated several times leaves a deep impression on once mind. Ones future thoughts, feelings and the actions are conditioned by these impressions.

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What Does Rajyoga Meditation Do?

Meditation energizes your awareness bringing both peace and wisdom to a busy mind. Meditation expands your capacity to love and heals broken hearts. Meditation dissolves many fears replacing them with lightness and freedom from anxiety. Meditation is both the journey and the destination, revealing the secrets of consciousness and the treasures of the soul. Meditation develops the power to be more alert and effective in our interaction with each other and with our precious world. Rajyoga meditation develops optimism, zeal and enthusiasm in the raj yogi practitioners. Due to this positive values naturally positive attitude develops which leads to increase in self esteem. Raj yoga meditation helps us to strengthen the flow of Positive thoughts which leads to build Positive attitude. It helps us to create the thoughts more effective and creative. Such Rajyogi never be influenced by external situations, circumstances or relations act. Raj yoga helps us to build maturity and contentment . We can learn that these qualities spring from faith in the goodness of the self and life. This faith returns to us when we start to understand the wonderful tree of humanity and the eternal seed through which it is renewed. In essence, love enables us to feel great. Love is in all of us, but in order to flourish, it needs to be tended with spirituality. When we demand love from the world around us, we destroy our ability to receive it. Raj yog helps us to achieve it.

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The practice of Rajyoga meditation or intellectual communion with God brings into the soul many powers.

Powers attained from Meditation:

Meditation develops the power to pack up. Meditation develops the power the Power of Discrimination Meditation develops the power to Face Meditation develops the power the Power to Co-Operate Meditation develops the power the Power to Withdraw Meditation develops the Power of Tolerance Meditation develops the power of accommodation. Meditation develops the power of decision making . Meditation develops PositiveThinkingability. Meditation develops self confidence and Self Esteem. Meditation increases mutual understanding. Meditation increases good relationship with every one. Meditation helps us to develop good wishes and good feelings. Meditation helps us to develop endurance and patience Meditation enhances the healing power .

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Rajyoga meditation Commentary

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Try to experience the stillness of mind of being a peaceful soul as other thoughts emerge in the mind do not judge or focus on them but repeat ............ I am a peaceful soul............. I am a peaceful soul............ My mind is filled with Peace..I radiate peace to the world............... I feel the gentle waves of peace flowing across my mind........... As these peaceful thoughts emerge in my mind I feel the stillness and silence envelopes my mind .................I am the peaceful soul...... I am a peaceful loving soul............ My mind feels light and free from worries........... I realize my real nature is peace.......... Peaceful thoughts flow through the mind and I feel the self becoming light...................... I am a being of light shining like a star....................... I radiate peace and light to the world...................... The light and peace envelopes me and the waves of peace and light shine like a lighthouse............................................. This is the wonderful journey of self discovery.

Rajyoga Meditation Philosophy

The basis for attaining an experience in raja yoga meditation is to understand the self and the mind. The human mind is the most creative, powerful and wonderful "instrument" we possess. Using this energy called mind we have been able to search the deepest oceans, send humans to the moon and scan the molecular fabric of the building blocks of nature. But have we found our true self? We have become the most educated and civilized society in our history, but are we civil towards each other?

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The soul has three main faculties; the mind or consciousness, the intellect and the subconscious. Thoughts flow from the sub conscious mind to the conscious mind. Feelings and emotions form in accordance with the montage of thoughts flowing in the mind. Therefore our state of mind at any given moment is determined by the thoughts in our consciousness, and also with the feelings that we associate with those thoughts. Since our sub consciousness contains all our previous thoughts and experiences, it is necessary to selectively control the flow of thoughts that emerges from the sub conscious mind. The intellect is the controller which is used to discriminate so that only positive and benevolent thoughts flow into our mind. With meditation or deep contemplation, the individual is able to strengthen and sharpen the intellect. The end result is a constant state of well being. If we are able to understand the self as the source of energy that creates our feelings, then the following will become our aims. Become aware of our state of mind and of the thoughts that flows into the mind from our subconscious. Strengthen the intellect so that the individual can discriminate and thereby only allow positive and peaceful thoughts to flow into the mind. Through this process of self development the individual develops more control over the mind. These meditations have been taken from the knowledge as taught by the Brahmakumaris Rajyoga meditation organization

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Rajyoga/Karma yoga Or Working with Meditation.

Making work a meditative experience concerns many Hindus, Buddhists and Sufis. Hindus practice karma yoga--the yoga of work--to maker work a meditative experience that brings them closer to God. Zen Buddhists practice samu--work meditation--which aims at the experience of being absorbed in work, losing any sense of self, and becoming one with the activity. Of course, challenging work is easier to become absorbed in. The spiritual problem facing many Hindu, Buddhist and Sufi managers is maintaining a meditative state regardless of the nature of the work they are doing. There are many different types of meditation and so the specific meditative state differs according to the managers' spiritual practice. Zen work meditation differs from the Hindu karma yoga meditation which differs from Sufi meditation and so on.

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CHAPTER 2
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

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REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

WORK PLACE : SHANTIVAN COMPLEX INCLUDING MAJOR DEPARTMENTS

LITERATURE REVIEW The purpose of this literature review is to determine the current state of researchasitrelatestoknowtheeffectofrajyogforimprovementofPositiveThinking andSelfEsteem.

1. DR PREM MASAND
BOOK : -POSITIVE, POWERFUL AND PURPOSEFUL THINKING. Gyanamrut bhavan, Shantivan, Abu Road, Rajasthan. Dr. Prem Masand has passed his M.D. (Radiation oncology) in 1979 from medical college, indore. He is honorary, consultant and faculty for Brahmakumaris Rajyoga Education and Research Foundation at the Brahma kumaris international head quarters, Mount Abu, Rajasthan. From this reference it is highlighted to rediscover our own qualities by SWOT analysis( Strength, Weakness, Opportunities, Threats) and reflecting them in life. It has cleared about the three faculties of the soul; (Mind,

Intellect and Sub consciousness) and how they ate expressing through left and right hemisphere of the brain. Author cleared about that the mechanism of perception of our mind to know how we perceive through our five senses.

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Thoughts are seeds or software of human life from which our personality formation begins. It is said that self-Mastery is the DNA of Life-Mastery.

2. B. K. USHABEHEN SELF MANAGING LEADERSHIP

Literature Department, Pandav Bhavan, Mount Abu. Rajasthan. The author has cleared how to have more control of your own thoughts, feelings and behavior. To, become a better leader through better self understanding and the practical application of spiritual knowledge and principles. To take more responsibility for your own life and stop blaming others or circumstances. To take more personal responsibility for your state of mind and emotions. To learn how to communicate better with people and to help manage major life changes with our innate qualities.

3. B. K. JAGADISH CHANDER HASSIJA BOOK : -SPRITUAL NECTOR AND CELIBECY

Literature department, Brahma Kumaris, Mount Abu, Rajasthan First Edition 2012.

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He stated that yoga is the main subject of our Godly student life. Never put of good tasks until tomorrow have a determination within the mind, think with kindness about others,. Always have elevated thoughts, remain contented in all conditions, introverted and cheerful. He has cleared that obstacles are the test papers in day to day life, Godly knowledge is nourishment, treatment and medicine for the soul. PositiveThinkingmakes yoga as natural life style. Less your desires and keep your mind peace. The mother of desire is the desire itself and the only method for stopping desire is also the desire to stop desire itself. Positive Thinking improves our self esteem and self confidence, becoming compassionate, remain stable as well as inspired, to be trutheful in all circumstances, save and protect the power of thought, maintain the highest ambition, situation come only to rectify us. The main advantage of development of Positive Thinking and Self Esteem is to become free from all kind of bondages and feel free in all situations and circumstances.

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CHAPTER 3
RESEARCH & METHODOLOGY

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Methods of Data Collection.

Following the main objective of this study is to look the effect of Rajyoga Meditation in developing Positive Thinking and Self Esteem. Since the exploratory study largely interprets already available information, it makes use of the secondary data and emphasis is more on the analysis and interpretation of the existing available information. The following methodology is observed in the study:(a) Tools of Data Collection. The tools of Data Collection required for

this study is the observation by the scholar as he is associated with this institution for 13 years. Participatory observation reveals many functional strategies

observed in the success of the institution in various mega events. According to CM Kothari, Observation method is the most commonly used method especially in studies relating to behavioral sciences. Observation becomes a scientific tool and the method of data collection for the researcher, when it serves a formulated research purpose, is systematically planned and recorded is subjected to checks and controls on validity and reliability. Questionnaire may be used for the obtaining valuable inputs from respondents of the every sect of the society. The questionnaire is designed in such a way that it may be filled by the respondents easily so as to find the actual responses and collected data from the primary sources.

There are 25 questions on different lifestyle tracts, values, habits of the people. The questions are served on 30 respondents only.

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ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION OF DATA

Questionnaire
Name:Qualification:Age:- yrs Profession:Gender (Tick):- M / F Place:-

Read each statement below very carefully, then mention 'A' in columns (at right side) if you 'Agree' with it, 'D' if you 'Disagree' with it and 'NC' if you have 'No Comments' to make on it. Sl. No Question A D NC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

AreyoupracticingRajyoga? AreyouexperiencingbenefitsfromRajyoga? BeforePracticeofRajyogayourthinkingwasnegative? AfterpracticingRajyogaDoyouhavemorePositiveThinking? DoesyourPositiveThinkinghaschangedyourwordsand actions? DoesRajyogaenhancesSelfEsteem? AfterpracticingRajyogadoyoufeelyourselfesteemhas increased? DoesRajyogaempowersyourbrain?

30 0 30 0 20 10 25 0 20 5 30 0 20 5 30 0

0 0 0 5 5 0 5 0 0 0 5 0 5 5

ThroughRajyogadoyouexperiencepowersfromSupremeGod 30 0 Father? ToprotectPositiveThoughtsSpiritualPowersareNeeded? DoyoumostofthetimefeelPositivethoughtpattern? DoyoulikePositiveThinking? Doyoufeelcontroloveryourmind? 30 0 20 5 30 0 20 5

10 11 12 13 14

Doyoufeelchangeinyour Sanskaras afterPractice ofRajyoga? 20 5

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CanwechangetheatmospherearoundusthroughPositive Thinking? DoesPositiveThinkingimprove ourmindStability? DoyouacceptPositivethinkingmaintainsgoodrelations? DoyouthinkSelfEsteemisSelfRegard? DoyouthinkthatacceptingtheSelfastheSoulincreasesthe SelfEsteem? DoyouthinkthatSoulsSelfEsteemisPurity&Peace? DoyouacceptGodisYourTrueWellWisher? DoyouacceptSelfEsteemisinvisiblekeytoPersonal, ProfessionalandRelationshipSuccess? DoyouacceptbyraisingSelfEsteem,newthingsinlife becomespossible? DoyouacceptSelfconfidence&SelfappreciationraisesSelf Esteem? BypracticingrajyogadoesithelpedyoutodevelopPositive ThinkingandSelfEsteemimprovedinyourlife?

30 0 25 0 30 0 30 0 30 0 30 0 30 0 25 0

0 5 0 0 0 0 0 5

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25

30 0

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DATA COMPILATION FOR SINGLE PERSON

Question 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Agree
30 30 20 25 20 30 20 30 30 30 20 30 20 20 30 25 30 30

Disagree
0 0 10 0 5 0 5 0 0 0 5 0 5 5 0 0 0 0

Nocomments 0 0 0 5 5 0 5 0 0 0 5 0 5 5 0 5 0 0

Total
30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30

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19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Total

30 30 30 25 30 30 30 675

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 35

0 0 0 5 0 0 0 40

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RESPONSE OF RESPONDENCE IN PERCENTAGE

Question 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Agree
100 100 66.67 83.33 66.67 100 66.67 100 100 100 66.67 100 66.67 66.67 100 83.33 100 100

Disagree
0 0 33.33 0 16.66 0 16.66 0 0 0 16.66 0 16.66 16.66 0 0 0 0

Nocomments 0 0 0 16.66 16.66 0 16.66 0 0 0 16.66 0 16.66 16.66 0 16.67 0 0

Total
100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

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19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Total

100 100 100 83.33 100 100 100 90

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4.67

0 0 0 16.67 0 0 0 5.33

100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100

Based on the above data collected, researcher concluded that by practicing Rajyoga Meditation Emotions, Attitude and Thoughts become elevated. We gain spiritual power. Soul becomes Self ruler and increases Self Esteem and Positive Thinking.

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CHAPTER 4
GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATION, ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION

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GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATION
There are 25 questions on different lifestyle tracts, values, habits of the people. The questions are served on 30 respondents only. Various questions put to the Rajyogis to know about their experience of Rajyog meditation are analyzed below one by one.

1. RAJYOG PRACTISE

Question 1

Agree Disagree Nocomments

100 0 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation: It can be seen that all respondents 30 out of 30 are practicing Rajyog, which resulted 100%.

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2. BENEFITS OF RAJYOG

Question 2

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree

Disagree

Nocomments

Interpritation :
It can be seen that all respondents 30 out of 30 are practicing Rajyog, has got tremendous benefits from Rajyog, they also shared there experience, which resulted 100%.

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3. POSITIVE THINKING BEFORE RAJYOGA PRACTISE

Question Agree 3 66.67

Disagree
33.33

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation :
It can be seen that all respondents 20 out of 30, had agreed that the got suffered from negative thoughts for long duration. After practicing rajyog they overcame from negative effects, this resulted 20 agreed for this and 10 not agreed for the question.

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4. POSITIVE THINKING AFTER RAJYOGA PRACTISE

Question 4

Agree
83.33

Disagree
0

Nocomments 16.66

Agree

Disagree

Nocomments

Interpretation: It has been seen that 25 out of 30 has agreed that there positive attitude developed and also Self Esteem raised and 5 people had no comments over this question, this resulted 83.33%.

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5. EFFECT OF RAJYOGA ON BEHAVIOUR

Question 5

Agree
66.67

Disagree
16.66

Nocomments 16.66

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : It has been seen that 20 person agreed that their words and actions had changed, 5 persons not agreed for the same and 5 had no comments for it.

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6. ENHANCEMENT OF SELF ESTEEM

Question 6

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : It has been good result for this question. All 30 out of 30 Rajyogi has the experience that they have enhancement in self esteem. This result 100%.

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7. DEVELOPMENT OF SELF ESTEEM

Question 7

Agree
66.67

Disagree
16.66

Nocomments 16.66

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : It has been seen that 20 out of 30 has agreed that they developed Positive Thinking and Self Esteem after practicing rajyog, 5 not agreed for it and 5 have no comments.

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8. BRAIN EMPOWERMENT

Question 8

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : It has been seen that 30 out of 30 has got experienced that they had enhancement of their brain capability. It results 100%.

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9. EXPERIENCE OF POWERS FROM RAJYOGA

Question 9

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation :
It has been seen that 30 person agreed they have got power from the supreme god, this results 100%.

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10.

NEED OF SPIRIRTUAL POWERS

Question 10

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation :
It has been seen that all the respondent had agreed that they need spiritual strength for developing Positive Thinking and Self Esteem. This results 100%.

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11.

POSITIVE THOUGHT PATTERN

Question 11

Agree
66.67

Disagree
16.66

Nocomments 16.66

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : It has been seen that 20out of 30 has agreed that they had positive thought pattern in their routine, 5 out of 30 not agreed with it, 5 has no comments. This results 66.66 %.

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12.

INFLUENCE OF POSITIVE THINKING

Question 12

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : Yes, it has been seen that all the rajyogis like to be positive that helped them to feel free and happy. 30 out 30 has agreed, got 100% result.

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13.

MIND CONTROL

Question 13

Agree
66.67

Disagree
16.66

Nocomments 16.66

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : It has been seen that 20 out 30 has agreed that they had control over their mind, 5 out of 30 disagreed and they need some more time, 5 has no comments. Concluded 66.67 % result.

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14.

TRANSFORMATION OF SANSKARAS

Question 14

Agree
66.67

Disagree
16.66

Nocomments 16.66

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : It has been concluded that our sanskars has changed in majority rajyogis. 20 out of 30 agreed, 5 out of 30 disagreed, they still need some more time for it. 5 has no coments.

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15.

EFFECT OF POSITIVE THINKING ON ATMOSPHERE

Question Agree 15 100

Disagree
0

No comments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : It has been seen that all agreed that we can bring changes in atmosphere. 30 ut of 30 agreed. 100% result.

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16. MIND STABILITY

Question 16

Agree
83.33

Disagree
0

Nocomments 16.66

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : It has been seen that practicing rajyog we can increase mind stability. 25 out of 30 agreed for it, 5 has no comments.

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17 : GOOD RELATIONS

Question 17

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : It has been seen that positive thinking maintains good relationship and also develops self esteem, we got 100%.

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18 : SELF REGARD IS SELF ESTEEM

Question 18

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation :
It has been seen that Self Esteem Is nothing but self regard, which leads to self respect. Results 100%.

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19. SELF ESTEEM THROUGH ACCEPTANCE OF SELF

Question 19

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation :
It has been seen that all the rajyogis practices of being soul consciousness they agree that Self Esteem comes from self consideration

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20. PEACE AND PURITY

Question 20

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation :
It has been seen that all agrees to this question. It is the easiest way to develop Self Esteem. 100% result.

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21. TRUE WELL WISHER

Question 21

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation :
Definitely, it has been seen that every one accepts they gained powers from god and concluded that god is our true well wisher. We concluded 100% result.

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22. SELF ESTEEM IS INVISIBLE KEY

Question 22

Agree
83.33

Disagree
0

No comments 16.66

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : It has been seen that self esteem plays vital role in all types of work field which increases self confidence and Positive Thinking. 25 out of 30 has agreed . 83.33 % result.

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23. POSIBILITY OF NEW THINGS

Question 23

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : Since Self Esteem is the key factor for success it helps us to achieve new things and makes them possible. We got 100 % result.

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24. SELF CONFIDENCE AND SELF APPRECIATION

Question 24

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : It has been seen that self confidence and self regard develops Self Esteem. We got 100% result.

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25. DEVELOPMENT OF SELF CONFIDENCE AND SELF ESTEEM

Question 25

Agree
100

Disagree
0

Nocomments 0

Agree Disagree Nocomments

Interpretation : Since all are regularly practicing rajyog they got lot of experience about the changes in their life through rajyog. We got 100% result.

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CHAPTER 5
FINDINGS, CONCLUSION AND SUGGESTIONS

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1. FINDINGS : Many of the obstacles within the human mind are due to resentment,
dysfunctional behavior, after practicing Rajyoga they saved themselves from becoming victims of resentment. Since Rajyog is the flow of Positive Thinking it was found easy to overcome resentment.

Some were facing fear of low Self Esteem and fear of hardship. After practicing Rajyog they overcame from this problem very easily. After not being successful they not feel about their success. Every one wanted to be free from intoxicants but it was very hard for them to be independent from them. After practice of meditation they gained lot of power from the supreme being, supreme soul. They experience super sensual joy which made them to become free from all kind of addiction. Some of the Rajyogis facing the problem of lack of trust in self and lack of stress in others. Since Rajyog deals with the self itself that we are the soul immortal, incorporeal and the son

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of supreme father. This awareness made everyone to have faith in themselves and also trust on others. Some were afraid of failures, due to afraid of failure they dont try again. This kind of low Self Esteem made them to be away from the competition. They even not have a thought for participation. Practicing Rajyog meditation they came over this problem by the awareness that whatever happens is good. The very come problem for the majority of them was that they had not having good relationship with others. From the Rajyog meditation they realized universal brotherhood from which innate qualities invoked. They felt there are from one godly universal family.

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CONCLUSION AND SUGGESTIONS

From the study conducted we concluded that Positive Thinking creates positive attitude and develops Self Esteem. Presently there is lack of Self Esteem in majority. Due to lack of positive attitude which was the result of low self esteem. Rajyog meditation is process of flow of Positive Thinking. Regular practice of meditation helped them to raise self confidence, self appreciation which leads to Self Esteem. Self Esteem means feeling. Feeling great begins with inner harmony, honesty, friendship and peace. Feeling great is about putting our life in order, rather than having a good time or feeling good at any cost. This about bringing our inner world into harmony, developing the maturity to align our inner world of thoughts, attitudes and feelings with our outer world of actions, words and relationships. Positivity begins to feel great we need to become more honest to make what we think, say, feel and do as one. Without this oneness in

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our personal lives no amount of distracting fun can make us feel good, positive or great.

Real freedom begins from Positive Thinking.

To feel good,

positive or great. I realized that I need to change. A better of way life is in my hands, not in the hands of others, whether they be spouse, child, boss, priest, guru, politician or doctor. Rajyoga helps us to feel great and great feeling begins with stepping inside to meet our self. Positive Thinking helps us to develop the feeling of peace and purity that remains constant, no outside event or other person can interrupt the flow. Self Esteem must encompass the capacity to remain stable in whatever positive attitude we have - and that makes others feel Self Esteem. The keys to Positive Thinking and Self Esteem are enthusiasm, optimism and contentment. These keys are obtained by regular practice of Rajyoga Meditation.

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ANNEXURE 1 BIBILOGRAPHY Books:

1. Dadijanaki,FeelingGreat,BrahmakumarisinformationservicesLtd.(UK),2010. 2. B.K.Jagadishchander,SpiritualNector,Brahmakumaris,MountAbu,Raj.2012.

3. Dr.GirishPatel,RajyoginHealth&Disease,Brahmakumaris,MountAbu,Raj1993. 4. Hill,NapoleonandW.ClementStone,Successthroughapositivemental attitude,NewYork.1992. 5. B.K.Asha,Roleofspiritualityforstressfreelife,Brahmakumaris,MountAbu1994. 6. LivingValuesAGUIDEBOOK,BrahmaKumaris,London,1995

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Internet Websites 1. 2. 3. www.google.com www.brahmakumaris.com www.bkinfo.com

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ANNEXURE 2

Questionnaire
Name:Qualification:Age:- yrs Profession:Gender (Tick):- M / F Place:-

Read each statement below very carefully, then mention 'A' in columns (at right side) if you 'Agree' with it, 'D' if you 'Disagree' with it and 'NC' if you have 'No Comments' to make on it. Sl. Question A D NC No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

AreyoupracticingRajyoga? AreyouexperiencingbenefitsfromRajyoga? BeforePracticeofRajyogayourthinkingwasnegative? AfterpracticingRajyogaDoyouhavemorePositivethinking? DoesyourPositiveThinkinghaschangedyourwordsandactions? DoesRajyogaenhancesSelfEsteem? AfterpracticingRajyogadoyoufeelyourselfesteemhasincreased? DoesRajyogaempowersyourbrain? ThroughRajyogadoyouexperiencepowersfromSupremeGod Father?

10 ToprotectPositiveThoughtsSpiritualPowersareNeeded? 11 DoyoumostofthetimefeelPositivethoughtpattern? 12 DoyoulikePositiveThinking? 13 Doyoufeelcontroloveryourmind? 14 DoyoufeelchangeinyourSanskaras afterPractice ofRajyoga?

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CanwechangetheatmospherearoundusthroughPositiveThinking? DoesPositiveThinkingimprovesourmindStability? DoyouacceptPositiveThinkingmaintainsgoodrelations? DoyouthinkSelfEsteemisSelfRegard? DoyouthinkthatacceptingtheSelfastheSoulincreasestheSelf Esteem? DoyouthinkthatSoulsSelfEsteemisPurity&Peace? DoyouacceptGodisYourTrueWellWisher? DoyouacceptSelfEsteemisinvisiblekeytoPersonal,Professional andRelationshipSuccess? DoyouacceptbyraisingSelfEsteem,newthingsinlifebecomes possible? DoyouacceptSelfconfidence& SelfappreciationraisesSelf Esteem? Bypracticingrajyogadoesithelpedyouto developPositiveThinking andSelfEsteemimprovedinyourlife?

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