Moralization of Desires in Vethathiri Maharishi’s SKY Introspection practice - A Multilevel Conceptual Model Linking Introspective Regulation to Mental Health, Family Harmony, and Universal Peace
International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research March 9, 2026 H. Saravanakumar, Kalavathi Sekar
Desire - defined in SKY doctrine as a mental attachment to person and materials is a universal motivational force that can advance survival and growth when regulated, but yield suffering when excessive or misaligned with ethical considerations. Simplified Kundalini Yoga (SKY), as taught by Vethathiri Maharishi, proposes Moralization of Desires (MOD) as a structured, introspective method for...