The 10 recommendations of Swami Ramakrishnananda hold within them the essence of Hinduism and can be a tremendous help in the integral development of the human being.

1.Dedicate a minimum of 30 minutes daily to the practice of asanas, pranayama, and relaxation.

2. Repeat a Vedic mantra a minimum of 108 times (1 round) or 16 rounds daily on a mala directing all ones being towards the Divine.

3. Nourish oneself solely on sattvic vegetarian food, abstaining from meat, eggs, and fish. Abstain from eating spicy foods such as garlic. Eat not for enjoyment but in the mode of medicine, and only to maintain ones health.

4. Meditate in one place daily for a minimum of 20 minutes.

5. Dedicate a minimum of 30 minutes daily to the systematic study of the sacred Vedic Scriptures.

6. Dedicate a minimum of 10 minutes daily to prayer. For this memorize Gajananam and the Maha Mritunyaja mantra.

7. Maintain and preserve the vital energy very carefully through Bramacharya. Practice celibacy just as much on the physical plane as on the mental plane.

8. Try and seek association with religious and spiritual people whose conversations revolve around God. See that your conversations elevate the minds of others rather than criticizing, discouraging or condemning them. Abandon the company of people extremely addicted to sensual pleasure and money, as well as those who are excessively material.

9. Make effort to maintain positive spirits. Live happily. Live a simple but elevated life.

10.  Never hurt anyone with actions, words, or thoughts. Where we find hatred or anger put love. Where we see fault put forgiveness, acceptance, and compassion. Let us be a source of inspiration for those around us.