The Two Faces of Your Mind: Understanding Manas and Buddhi in Hindu Wisdom Imagine your mind as a beautiful house with two windows. One window faces the busy street outside, watching cars, people, and all the exciting things happening in the world. The other window faces inward, looking at a peaceful garden where you can think quietly and make wise decisions. In the ancient wisdom of Hinduism, these two windows represent the two parts of our mind: Manas and Buddhi. What Are Manas and Buddhi? In Hindu teachings, the mind is not just one simple thing. It has two important parts that work together like best friends, each with their own special job. Manas is like your mind's detective. It's always busy collecting information from the world around you. When you see a colorful butterfly, hear your favorite song, or smell fresh cookies baking, that's your Manas at work. It gathers all these experiences and sends them deeper into your mind. Buddhi is like your mind's wis...