Raima Sen's spiritual high

I believe in God, but not in idol worship. I believe in karma and destiny as well. I have been reading about Buddhism for some time now. I have heard people say that Buddhism makes you more positive and peaceful. A friend of mine introduced me to the teachings of Buddhism. I believe that everybody needs something to hold on to and believe in, and for me it’s Buddhism now. I’m don’t usually visit places of worship, but I have been to Siddhivinayak temple and Sai Baba’s shrine, Ajmer Sharif dargah and Mahakali temple in Calcutta. I don’t recite any particular prayers as such, but I do know the Gayatri Mantra.

I did have a religious upbringing though. We would celebrate the Durga puja and other Bengali festivals at home. I was more religious when I was younger, than now. I am a follower of Maa Durga, Maa Kaali and recently, Sai Baba. In fact, I became a believer of Sai Baba when I moved to Mumbai for work. Whenever I feel low or in times of trouble, I introspect about the things around me, and I talk to God. I think it is important for everyone to be aware of their own being and connect with their inner self. I would advise people to have faith and believe in themselves.