Friends, In my first paper I established a metaphysical framework - an intellectual inquiry into Truth (Jnana Yoga). In my next paper we explored a perspective on devotion, the rationale for and importance of attempting to fall in love with the inescapable, ever-present moment (Bhakti Yoga). Readers unfamiliar with the previous essays need only know that I have proposed four complementary orienting domains for individual human development: Truth (Jnana), Love (Bhakti), Action

Friends, This paper aims to tackle a problem that is dear to me. Not one that I have solved, but something I have wrestled with deeply. Bhakti. Devotion to life itself. There will be two substantive sections to this paper. The first will answer “Why Bhakti? Why does this matter?” The second will attempt to answer “How Bhakti? How can I be in love with my life?” I do not write this from a position of authority. I am not claiming to be in endless bliss, rejoicing every moment.

The following is my attempt to outline my current metaphysical model and framework. I hope it sparks an ongoing discussion/collaboration. To set the tone, I am using this as an opportunity to formalise my thoughts into writing in a structured way – and though my voice can gravitate towards something prescriptive, dogma is anything but my intent. I invite you to disagree, challenge and offer your own perspectives. If the outcome of this writing is that I am privy to perspectiv