When I learned not to invite more Guests without asking the Host – 19 Jan 14
Swami Balendu tells how he invited someone to dinner to the house he was staying at without asking – and how the hosts shocked reaction shocked him.
The Formality of an Invitation – and what happens if it was not clearly only a Formality! – 31 Jul 13
Swami Balendu writes about formalities in India, especially invitations that are accepted but neither necessarily meant nor really responded to seriously.
How a Difference in Culture changes the Definition of being poor – 14 Jun 13
Swami Balendu writes about the last points of a UNICEF study on child poverty in rich countries. Read why he thinks that a comparison with India is nearly impossible.
How difficult a stubborn Indian Mentality can become in the West – 21 Apr 13
Swami Balendu describes the problems that his Indian musician had when he was in the west – due to a typically Indian mentality.
Indian Hospitality also out of India – 22 Jan 09
Swami ji writes about the Indian custom that having a guest is an honour. They serve guests as if the guest was God and give much respect.
Surprising Guests – Pilgrims and Indian Customs – 4 Sep 08
Swami Ji writes about Radhashtami and the pilgrims who come to Vrindavan and who are searching for a place to stay, an open house like Swami Ji?s Ashram.
Truth of Feelings – Guests and Hosts and Expectations – 8 Apr 08
Swami Ji talks about hurt, anger and disappointment on the example of his recent experiences.