God exists in many forms

Spiritual beliefSpirituality differs from person to person. Some feel helping others is spirituality while others feel practising something is spiritual. Normally, we think a lot but can’t express everything. However, spirituality helps me be myself, keeps me in peace and boosts my self-confidence. It takes me closer to god. Understanding of GodI’m quite religious and often visit temples. I returned from Girivalam in Tiruvannamalai just two days ago. For me, god exists in different forms. He decides what should reach you, when and where. It may seem inappropriate sometimes, but it is definitely not. One needs a guru in life. However, the problem lies in choosing the right person. If you follow one who promises material pleasures, then you will end up getting fooled.Spiritual practicesMusic is my first spiritual practice. That apart, I abstain from harming others. It is great to be of some use to others and that’s what I strive for. I also practise yoga,  but I don’t think one needs to be spiritual for that as it helps one gain control over only one’s body. However, meditation is definitely a spiritual practice. Pilgrimage sitesI go to Sabarimala ever year. I have visited many temples in and around Kumbakonam, Puri and Calicut. The Sharadhambal temple in T Nagar is a holy place and when I sit there for about 10 minutes, my mind gets refreshed. I have always wanted to go to Manasarovar but haven’t been able to make it happen yet. It will take about 20 days to visit Manasarovar and I have to plan well ahead.(S Murali Krishnan is a percussionist and founder of Jus Drums)