Gurudev, Can we alter our Time of Death by taking better care of ourselves and by praying? Or is it that when it’s time to go, we have to go? Is it true that no one can alter that?

Question - Gurudev, Can we alter our Time of Death by taking better care of ourselves and by praying? Or is it that when it’s time to go, we have to go? Is it true that no one can alter that?

Gurudev @SriSriRaviShankar ji - This is a mystery. There is a possibility to extend life if the soul desires for it. But that should be an innate desire from the soul and not from someone else. Sometimes, someone else’s desire can also work, but that is only sometimes. This is a well-guarded secret in the universe as to when someone is going to exit from this planet.

Research studies show that Meditation keeps you young and improves longevity. One of the main reasons for this is its diminishing effects on stress, a factor that has a negative impact on the body. So, Meditation, Yoga and taking good care of oneself will definitely have an impact.