How to overcome the tendency to commit Physical violations?

Updated April 14th, 2026How to overcome the tendency to commit Physical violations? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare krsna! How to control sex desire as an unmarried 26 years old boy want physical relation? Once I went to a c…l girl for experience first time, but what happened I don’t know, I … Continue reading “How to overcome the tendency to commit Physical violations?”

What if the thoughts of Past Sinful acts spoil your future life?

Updated March 4th, 2026What if the thoughts of Past Sinful acts spoil your future life? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Haribol Prabhuji. Prabhuji I read your counsellings and feel happy that devotees like you guide neophytes like me. Prabhuji I want to confess something. I have done many sins many times. I … Continue reading “What if the thoughts of Past Sinful acts spoil your future life?”

Is following devotion & also having sexual addictions wrong?

Updated February 24th, 2026Is following devotion & also having sexual addictions wrong? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji, I have been chanting holy name of Krishna from long time as I have faith only in name of Lord but from past many months, I have been dealing with sense disturbances … Continue reading “Is following devotion & also having sexual addictions wrong?”

How should a girl devotee deal with the betrayal of a devotee boy?

Updated October 30th, 2025How should a girl devotee deal with the betrayal of a devotee boy? A girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji, Prabhuji right now I am around ….. years old. But, when I was ….. I was very gullible and naive. I used to blindly trust others. This has … Continue reading “How should a girl devotee deal with the betrayal of a devotee boy?”

What to do if Devotion to Krishna is affected by one’s love affairs?

Updated November 9th, 2025What to do if Devotion to Krishna is affected by one’s love affairs? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare krishna prabhu. Actually I am not so spiritual but I do 3 rounds daily religiously and am trying to increase. But am in a confused situation as I want someone … Continue reading “What to do if Devotion to Krishna is affected by one’s love affairs?”

Not excelling both in devotion and material life? Tips to manage!

Updated September 25th, 2025Not excelling both in devotion and material life? Tips to manage! A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji. Prabhuji I try my best to control my senses but at times I fail and same happened today. I have committed the greatest sin. I saw the wrong content (p**n) … Continue reading “Not excelling both in devotion and material life? Tips to manage!”

Can I have Krishna as my exclusive Lover, not sharing with others?

Updated February 27th, 2024Can I have Krishna as my exclusive Lover, not sharing with others? A female devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhuji, I need your help and guidance. I’ve heard that a devotee can love Krishna in many ways. I see Krishna as my lover since we all know Krishna is … Continue reading “Can I have Krishna as my exclusive Lover, not sharing with others?”

How to deal with Inconsistency in devotion because of temptations?

Updated January 10th, 2024How to deal with Inconsistency in devotion because of temptations? A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna prabhuji, I want to seek your guidance on how to deal with the inconsistency in devotion to Krishna and how to get rid of the temptations of this world. I am currently … Continue reading “How to deal with Inconsistency in devotion because of temptations?”

Is a Girl devotee first proposing a male devotee right Step? Tips!

Updated June 23rd, 2025Is a Girl devotee first proposing a male devotee right Step? Tips! A girl devotee “…………….Devi Dasi” requested like this: “Hare krishna dandwats i had read your counselling that u give to that mataji who love a boy for 4 years and the boy refuses. I also have similar problem but the … Continue reading “Is a Girl devotee first proposing a male devotee right Step? Tips!”

Is Loving a devotee getting attracted by his performance wrong?

Updated September 29th, 2024Is Loving a devotee getting attracted by his performance wrong? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu Ji . I have been struggling with this thought since a month. Please enlighten. I’m a non-initiated Iskcon devotee. I follow 4 rules and chant mahamantra as well. I have fallen … Continue reading “Is Loving a devotee getting attracted by his performance wrong?”

What is called Pure love? Is it possible in this material world?

Updated January 5th, 2022What is called Pure love? Is it possible in this material world? A devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “What is d defination of real or pure love?   Hare krishna.” REPLY: Simple.  Love itself means UNCONDITIONAL. That means – giving without expecting anything in return. But, as per Srimad Bhagavatham, only about … Continue reading “What is called Pure love? Is it possible in this material world?”

Is attraction between a male and female devotee offensive?

Updated May 12th, 2024Is attraction between a male and female devotee offensive? A Girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu ji . I’m quite disturbed with this thought since a month. Please enlighten me and help me to get on the right path. I’m a non-initiated Iskcon devotee. I follow 4 regulative principles … Continue reading “Is attraction between a male and female devotee offensive?”

Is the love between two devotees Material love or Spiritual love?

Updated October 12th, 2022Is the love between two devotees Material love or Spiritual love? A girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Is it ok if a devotee fall in love with a devotee ? Still even that love will be material?” REPLY: Ha Ha.  Interesting one. If two materialistic persons love, it is material … Continue reading “Is the love between two devotees Material love or Spiritual love?”

Can a devotee having past illicit violations get the mercy of Krishna?

Updated September 26th, 2018Can a devotee having past illicit violations get the mercy of Krishna? Two questions from two devotees: (1) A male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Hare Krishna Prabhu ji, Thanks for your all postings it is helping me a lot to progress towards Lord Krishna , as i ashame to disclose … Continue reading “Can a devotee having past illicit violations get the mercy of Krishna?”

What if the “Association” is misused by some devotees to love in temples?

Updated August 13th, 2021What if the “Association” is misused by some devotees to love in temples? A girl devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: “Prabhuji I have one question. I have heard many people says that association is important with a devotees because it helps one to grow. But, wherever I go any temple I … Continue reading “What if the “Association” is misused by some devotees to love in temples?”

What if a devotee husband or wife needs more sense gratification?

Updated August 5th, 2021What if a devotee husband or wife needs more sense gratification? A woman devotee asked like this (Name hidden): “Hare Krishna Prabhu. I am chanting 16 rounds daily. I am trying to follow a devotional life. But, my husband is also a devotee but he is pulling me into sense gratifications more. … Continue reading “What if a devotee husband or wife needs more sense gratification?”

Is a Girl disturbing a full time brahmachari devotee wrong? Why?

Updated April 16th, 2026Is a Girl disturbing a full time brahmachari devotee wrong? Why? Two Questions from two Girl devotees: (1) I have question Prabhuji..My humble request to you to reply..Question is :  Is loving a Senior Brahmachari preacher is an offence? I mean I love a person & he is from our vaishnav community … Continue reading “Is a Girl disturbing a full time brahmachari devotee wrong? Why?”

10 NICE TIPS TO AVOID ILLICIT AFFAIRS AS A REGULATIVE PRINCIPLE FOR KRISHNA DEVOTEES!

Updated July 23rd, 201810 NICE TIPS TO AVOID ILLICIT AFFAIRS AS A REGULATIVE PRINCIPLE FOR KRISHNA DEVOTEES! The four regulative principles recommended for the devotees of Krishna are: Please Remember!  The following four regulative Principles are the primary requirement for every devotee and failing to follow them will definitely delay the advancement in devotion: (1) … Continue reading “10 NICE TIPS TO AVOID ILLICIT AFFAIRS AS A REGULATIVE PRINCIPLE FOR KRISHNA DEVOTEES!”

How to Engage the Mind and Senses in Krishna’s Service?

Updated April 3rd, 2026How to Engage the Mind and Senses in Krishna’s Service? A girl devotee asked like this (Name hidden): “jai shri Krishna prabhuji!! with your guidance and grace of Krishna me and many other people try to become pure devotees of Krishna but in the way of Krishna conciousness, most of the people … Continue reading “How to Engage the Mind and Senses in Krishna’s Service?”

20 Tips to control if the Lusty thoughts affect the devotees of Krishna!

Updated March 14th, 202120 Tips to control if the Lusty thoughts affect the devotees of Krishna! Actual questions from a devotee: A male devotee who requested anonymity asked like this: “harekrishna sir. i want to ask two questions.  how to bring mind in control by thinking of shri krishna and how to overcome bad thoughts … Continue reading “20 Tips to control if the Lusty thoughts affect the devotees of Krishna!”

Avoiding Watching Sense Inducing Adult Contents! Spiritual Tips!

Updated March 18th, 2026Avoiding Watching Sense Inducing Adult Contents! Spiritual Tips! The tips given in this post are based on the Scriptures.  In addition to this many general tips have been given in our another site www.counsellingdaily.com. Adult films, Stories and Pictures are the traps developed by maya to catch  and drag you more into … Continue reading “Avoiding Watching Sense Inducing Adult Contents! Spiritual Tips!”

Repenting for violating with women after initiation & Limits to follow!

Updated January 26th, 2026Repenting for violating with women after initiation & Limits to follow! Question in detail: An initiated male devotee (Name hidden) asked like this: Hare krishna prabhuji, I am ……….. yrs old male and have taken harinama diksha year ………….. I am very seriously following 4 principles and chanting 16 rounds daily. But … Continue reading “Repenting for violating with women after initiation & Limits to follow!”

The Effects of Premarital relations for devotees! Bold Counselling!

Updated January 21st, 2026The Effects of Premarital relations for devotees! Bold Counselling! QUESTION FROM A GIRL DEVOTEE (Name hidden): Hare Krishna Prabhuji. I lost my faith in Krishna. I used to feel the time when I need Krishna most he left me and I was in depression for 2 years. . I was in relation … Continue reading “The Effects of Premarital relations for devotees! Bold Counselling!”

If a devotee involves in illicit relations, is he still a devotee?

Updated October 10th, 2025If a devotee involves in illicit relations, is he still a devotee?  Actual Question by a devotee (Name hidden): Hare Krishna Prabhuji  I am 38 years unmarried girl having x relation with 56 years man. We are in relations from 15 years. He is married he has two kids they are now … Continue reading “If a devotee involves in illicit relations, is he still a devotee?”

Will thinking of sinful acts add karma like actually performing sins?

Updated December 28th, 2025Will thinking of sinful acts add karma like actually performing sins? Actual Question: how to avoid creating bad and sinful Karmas through thoughts and imagination…. is these kinds of karma creates as dreadful results as sin created through actions…. I usually think and imagine which I should not …. it has just … Continue reading “Will thinking of sinful acts add karma like actually performing sins?”

Getting relieved from the guilt of a Sin! Great Tips to get Pardon!

Updated December 26th, 2025Getting relieved from the guilt of a Sin! Great Tips to get Pardon! Two similar Questions from two devotees: Qn-1 from a male devotee: plz clear my doubt/problem. the question is “as one man is in three form:  1. u in others view   2. u in ownself views   3.  u in true … Continue reading “Getting relieved from the guilt of a Sin! Great Tips to get Pardon!”

Eight forms of Subtle Relations with women a brahmachari should avoid!

Updated June 12th, 2020Eight forms of Subtle Relations with women a brahmachari should avoid! Qn in detail from a devotee: hare krishna prabhu ji,pranam!!dandavat!!in this srila prabhupada letter, “There are eight kinds of subtle sense gratification life. If you see one beautiful woman and if you appreciate, “Oh, how nice the face is,” that is … Continue reading “Eight forms of Subtle Relations with women a brahmachari should avoid!”

Sense Disturbances while following Devotion. What to do?

Updated February 12th, 2020Sense Disturbances while following Devotion. What to do? Qn. In detail from a boy (Name hidden):  Namaste……………, I’m ………………, everyday I’m doing praying lord Krishna, everyday I’m chanting hare Krishna manthra regularly, regularly I’m reading bagavath geetha.  My age is 25, not married yet, even after doing all this spiritual practice,  I … Continue reading “Sense Disturbances while following Devotion. What to do?”

How love affairs affect Krishna Consciousness? How to avoid it?

Updated November 23rd, 2025How love affairs affect Krishna Consciousness? How to avoid it? Two devotees with the similar problem: (1) A MALE DEVOTEE (Name hidden): “Hare Krsna prabhuji. I need help. i am a engineering student and my devotional practices were very nicely going on chanting daily 12 rounds. i was going to increase them … Continue reading “How love affairs affect Krishna Consciousness? How to avoid it?”