Dissatisfaction to The Satisfaction

 Dissatisfaction to The Satisfaction

Its in human tendency to

crave for things constantly till a moment 

we become aware it is whirlpool affair

 So in the sense

 that these so much sought after 

things or goals

once achieved looses its charm

The paradigm of  loosing its value

the moment it is gained

spurs up a wave of dissatisfaction

What triggers our journey to

quench our thirst for satisfaction

at the first instance,

eventually turns into a reason for our dissatisfaction!

If we see in bigger perspective,

opposite values are always complementary 

to each other

There is no light without darkness,

No warmth without cold

No height without depth or

No goodness without evil

Everything exists in relativity

In other words, our ability to realize its existence

is in context of contrasts

This is one way to justify the evenness with odd things

Contentment may be the goal 

but the whole journey of reaching it

make us go through many discontentments

only to value higher for what is aspired for!

Figuring out why and how things relate

fill up the gaps to help us 

see the whole picture in a bigger frame

Pitfalls of not getting what you want 

are part of the journey reaching a place

ultimately where you realize

what matters most is the journey, 

how well you manage to deal with discontent

at the same time never giving up where you wanted to reach.

 

Maya- the delusion

     Have you ever noticed how the flame of a lamp flickers sometimes, even though there is enough oil in the lamp and yet no wind is blowing.

 

    Question raised. What is it  disrupting the smooth flow &  glow of flame?

 

          If you look closely and investigate, I am sure you will get to know. Yes, its too much of oil in the wick or the wick is over soaked in oil that is disrupting the flame. 

        Way out is simple. Just squeeze out the excessive oil and let the wick burn with just a residual touch of oil and the flow of oil & glow of flame is smooth onward. 

        The above is just an apt example of how we function, Given all favorable situation and our efforts, still things don't work. The reason being excessive of what is required, the fuel. The fuel is our passion which drives us into action. The favorable situation are like wind factor or right amount of oil in the lamp .What is the disrupting factor here is excessive oil in the wick or having excessive passion brings high expectation, agitates the mind and attachment to result defeats the purpose of passion. Instead of work oriented action, we channel our energies in a disruptive way through the delusion of being in charge of everything by being over passionate about our result. Its not just efforts or congenial atmosphere to make things happen, but it is pertinent to reiterate that there is a higher force in action preceding your intention of action,

        The myth we tend to carry about doer ship needs to be addressed and dismissed. The biggest reason to label it as a myth that we are in charge of our efforts and we have the right to expect result we deserve is the very fact that there are so many factors working at different levels which is beyond our control. Unable to see this reality or universal truth is again due to Maya or delusion of being in charge. 

        Cut short to moral of the story is that if we can function simply with this awareness that we are just a part of the whole universe and our role is limited as compared to whole game plan of the Cosmos. Being able to embrace this is what can help us come out of this Maya or delusion is the mantra
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The Common Thread

 

Today morning, when I ws looking at my altar while worshipping, I noticed I have collection of  different idols of Divinities in different sizes & of different material
 - some metal, some ceramic , some wooden. By Divinities I mean Lord Krishna, Lord Shiva, Lord Jagannath, Sai Baba, God essentially Saraswati or Lord Ganesha.

It is obvious that size does not matter here as regards to how much significance each of these Divinities stand for me. Nor does it has any relevance as to what material the idols are made of.

Suddenly this revelation dawned on me that sometimes we do make this discrimination based on status or wealth amongst mortal beings. By status I mean how successful one person is in terms of career, family or relationships, education, fame, wealth, fitness, beauty, virtues etc. Is  it not a contrast to our judgemental attribute. Is it fair enough for us to discriminate on first hand.

Yes discrimination allows us to prioritize or select our company to some extent. However, being judgemental is something  we need to rethink. It is that bar we are categorising people and becoming biased.

All human are born pure. The very fact that all infants are same in their instincts at birth. They are devoid of impure traits that humans pick up in the process of growing up.

No matter how a person grows up into, basically the person remains same in his essence of being human. For that matter, hard core criminals are labeled to have lost humanity.

The core issue in this discussion is that though each of us is unique individually there is a common thread running through us making us same. That universal connection is Divinity. We all are pure at soul level and have the same potential to blossom in life. What counts is with how much care and attention we honor our being as Human.

Reframe your stories

 Re frame your stories

We are all author of our own stories

Have you ever observed how you narrate a particular incidence to a person and next time when we tell it to other one, our tone of narration changes ..... is not it? Have u noticed it? There is a slight difference in the story every time  we have new listener. Why have you ever pondered? 

Simply you sense the rapport you have with the listener and accordingly you tone your narration adjusts the way the other person can relate to it, But the story line is the same only the version changes.

Similarly you can be your best version. So far we were adjusting to build up a story of our lives the way the world considers it the best or pronounce it to be successful or ethical or decent or smart. The bottom line is we all want the best and beautiful life stories of our own. But in reality, something else is in store and all our dreams and expectations get jeopardized! It is totally normal. Not everything is within our reach yet we can still hope for the best.

Whatever happens, there is one thing for sure, that any given situation has something good in it, provided we have the right perspective to perceive it. Equipped with knowledge of wisdom, we get it. Then our story telling takes a new turn of adventure, charm, spectacular challenges and passion. All these flavors of life can be flipped and tossed to turn our platter interesting and awesome!

You do have a choice

 You do have a choice - to have a good feel

                Most of the times, when we start loosing we are filled with remorse, guilt, regret and disappointment. Our focus of attention gets deflected from the center and our vision is marred. For the simple reason that the emotions of insecurity are so overwhelming that we loose our ground to stay connected to possibilities. In a way, we close down the gates of opportunities that emerge in times of crisis but are mostly not very immediate but somehow hidden. Only an awakened alert state of mind can catch such a glimpse of possibility. Any iota of doubt is wiped out with awareness and sharp intellect. 

                Lets take the example of missing a bus after standing in a long Que. The thought of failure becomes so overpowering that the mind stops responding but gets into a reactive mode which is always destructive, distracting from the upcoming possibilities. However, opportunity once lost is not the end of the road. It is said that if one gate closes then another opens up. Likewise, if a person is patient & steady enough, he will not be perturbed by the idea of loosing rather raises himself to further alert mode not to miss the next bus. How easy or difficult it is to shift from this mode of loosing to hope or from giving up to looking forward! Certainly it needs skill and days of practice to maintain cool of mind. A magic word works here - "So what?" You hardly mind of missing once chance knowing there are many more to come. And to grab the golden opportunity one needs to be recharged with positivity. 

 

                There is another perspective to this topic - 

You do have a choice - to look at

                This is in context of our options available and we do have the choice to select at our will. While we are walking we do come across many things, good/ bad, beautiful/ugly, fragrant/stench.... total contrasts. How many of us notice the kind of feeling we go through while our gaze falls on a dustbin or pile of trash. Or we accidentally land on a cow dung! Yuck! Certainly none of us feel good about it. Do we have a choice! Yes! Surprised to know? 

                Yes we do have another way to look at it. Again "So what" mantra works here.  The moment something unpleasant happens or not to our expectation, we can skillfully shift our attention to a field which can be pleasing to our eyes or feelings. Like there may beautiful wild flowers in the corner of the lane to look at, or beautiful sky up, or simple the breeze to feel . Its not very hard to try. The moment we give it a chance to look for a beauty around, we certainly could catch that glimpse..... as if we are struck with wonder -"How come I did not notice it before!" Our very intention to look forward for pleasantness will make it happen in real. That is why it is a magic potion to be intoxicated with love, hopes , dream and happiness. Being always in a joyful mood, no matter what happens outside can bring a transformation in you, your reality. You start getting things manifested at your will. How amazing is that! Of course there is lot of discipline involved to maintain that joyful state, certain daily self motivating affirmations, restraining upsetting thoughts with acceptance and gratitude. This awareness bring a fresh breath of ease. Or else we are dis-eased! 

 

You do have a choice -  to listen

                Suppose you are stuck in a traffic and the jammed roads are vibrating with noise of honking horns ! Total chaotic scene. What is the impulse of most of us?  To abhor, to complain and sulk ! You can say what is the good thing about it to appreciate? Yes there still is ....! 

                You do have the choice to shrug the chaos with the mantra "So what" :) Your mind can be your friend to quieten itself in silence shifting attention from what it is to accepting as it is. It is natural so no worries. The moment we accept any unpleasantness, we start receiving the good vibes of overcoming its repulsion. We move through the chaos with transcending feeling bad about it. In fact, within no time we are transported to a field of peace & tranquility. With that power of serenity we can move ahead. 

Coulourful stains of people

             Its so common to come across a varied range of people with different taste, style and even maturity level. It is but obvious that each one of us are unique in our own way and tend to develop qualities from the surrounding more often including our own inclinations towards certain trait. However, many of us are not able to accept people as they are. Often,  we can't stop judging people to our level of expectations and the reality strikes us hard with disappointment and instead of accepting the truth we react with harsh rejection from our side. Its an unfortunate state. 

            Let us take an analogy of  handful of clothes meant for laundry. What do we do first? We sort out the laundry as per the color, darker clothes separated from white or light colored clothes. Why is it necessary?  Otherwise the deep color of some clothes may damage pure white clothes while washing. So it is safe enough to separate for avoiding damage. 

          Likewise, it is advisable to pure simple kind of person to avoid  dark shaded people who are mostly into ulterior motives and are not sensitive enough to others. There is nothing about rejecting or being judgemental here. Its a matter of being cautious and sane enough to be careful before any overpowering personality causes damage by tarnishing simplicity  of pure person. Not that it is practical but can be followed to some extent avoiding many mishaps. On the contrary, pure simple person can hardly damage complex people as they neither have the motive to overpower others nor they have the quality to downgrade. Only essential characteristics of such person of pure heart is to uplift others. Just like a white cloth can hardly damage a colored cloth. 

                My philosophy in life is to dodge such characters instead of complaining about them. All kind of people exist in this world with their good and bad effects. The wisdom lies in avoiding such ill spirited people with compassion and forgiveness as well as equal acceptance of their existence. Its a matter of time that their characteristics will soon evolve to higher standards. One needs to exhibit more patience and love to acknowledge their being along with the knack of keeping oneself at a safe distance not to be stained by their dark influence.

Five Elements

 THE FIVE ELEMENTS

 Water

The basic property of water is that it is flowing, formless and colorless.  It can take any shape or form depending on the vessel holding it. It can assume any color from the surrounding which it reflects back. It gets lighter with rise in temperature like vaporizing on high heat. It solidifies with fall in temperature and capable of taking gross shape. It can create sound while flowing on rockbeds or in sea form its waves create loud rumbling sound.

So much to learn from Water element. If we can be as fluid as water with the formless attribute, adapting to any situation becomes natural. We no more get stuck in one image or impression which widens our ability to adjust and accommodate. Temperature is representative of pressure here. So with rise in challenging situations or working under pressure, water element teaches us to become lighter, allowing things to happen the way it goes, which is possible through letting go. Only becoming lighter we can rise. It means the more we allow our ego to evaporate with tough situations, we become invisible or nobody, the lighter we become with no title or tags and the higher we rise towards our goals. Similarly another property of water to solidify signifies here that we become gross with fall in temperature or challenges. In other way assuming a ice like form or  shape denotes our identity taking shape of bloated Ego that it becomes a weighty issue under comfortable situations or  in absence of challenges. Flow is the norm of being in motion or being in action. Water flows down always denoting able to bend as the situation comes and also ability to be humble and moving towards ground realities. Having no colour of its own, this quality of water assuming color of surrounding objects signifies our capability to reflect back the goodness we see around and making it worthwhile to display colorful traits in our personality. At the same time our individuality is above all these colours or personalities which can be changed or developed.  Water is symbol of purity  and simplicity. It is used in all kinds of worship. It washes us of all impurities, sins, double mindedness or any superficiality. Taking a bath in water can be so refreshing as drinking water quenching our thirst. Whether we follow the attributes of water or depend on water for our mere existence, it is fair enough to glorify water for its merit.

 

Fire

Fire element speaks of passion/ rage. Fire is essential as it provides heat and helps in transforming things through process of cooking or baking or melting raw iron or metal. The fire element in our stomach does the same transformation through digesting food we eat to produce energy. Fire exists in our gut to give us the gut feeling of setting into action or getting alarmed. Fire energy resides in us in the form of passion. The brighter the fire energy the stronger is the spark of passion! We need to keep the fire burning in us, or else if it is vanquished we will be good for nothing. No interest, no enthusiasm will be left to start any activity. Too much fire can be devastating also, so we need to be careful and watchful of the flare of fire within. The moment it gets out of control it is a signal of danger. Like a fire can finish a forest in no time, uncontrolled anger or rage can destroy a person. Fire always rises up. This quality signifies how fire element in us awakens us to rise. Passion keeps us alive. Fire is also considered auspicious for its purity. It removes negativity with its light and provides warmth of love and kindness. Going through tough situations are symbolic of burning experience with higher purpose of being transformed for upgraded quality. Fire burns down our weakness and purifies us getting rid of all negativeness. 

Earth

Earth element reminds us of being rooted. Our physical remains after death is going to be merged mostly with earth element in form of fossils or ashes. Earth is our mother planet providing for home along with all  essential things needed for our survival and prosperity. Earth teaches us to be patient, tolerant, compassionate, giving, forgiving and many more. Earth represents mother nature so it is beyond words to define motherhood what it means to us. All forgiving, unconditional love, care and nourishment and many more.....! If we can adopt any one quality of Mother earth, we can have larger than life personas like Legends. As humans we might have come to earth with many lifetimes. This is another characteristic of mother earth to be witnessing many civilizations. The history of earth dates back to eons of ages making us realize the ancient treasure we receive now in the form of mountains, minerals, rocks, rivers, forest is the result of so many metamorphic stages earth had gone through since its origin. Likewise, we need to remind us that all the treasures we are presently proud owner in our life is the result of various catastrophic / metamorphic stages we had gone through and hence the transformation.  

Space 

Can space be defined as nothingness, or is it something more? Space highlights the significance of hollow and empty. If we learn to be hollow and empty with meditation technique- letting go of what is not required and also emptying our mind with surrender, then it opens up avenues for newness, fresh ideas and energy. In a way it de clutters our clogged minds. A break in thought process is like fasting without words or thoughts. Just like fasting helps in detoxification of our entire body including digestive system. Likewise our mind rejuvenates after allowing space to happen removing all toxic thoughts in the process.  Allowing space to happen in our mind helps us discover another dimension of our existence. Hollow means nothing stays there. There is a constant flow of energy which is again a reminder of moving on, rather getting stuck or stuffed with concepts or dogmas. 

Wind

Wind is another important element to represent flow. It is never constant. It keeps moving and hence a great symbol of force in action. It carries life giving energy. It facilitates breathing providing oxygen/ carbon dioxide becoming one of the  primary source of life. Again Wind is formless, colorless, odorless. It assumes any form, color or odor as it comes in contact with other things. Like air can be filled in a balloon. Wind can be gentle as a breeze or harsh like a storm powerful enough to sink a ship. 

How do we relate to wind let us explore. The very first thing we connect to wind is its flowing property, it can never be constant at one place. So flow allows us to be smooth functioning, consistently moving ahead. Wind energy in us is enlivening. It refreshes our breath. Taking deep breath allows us to inhale positivity while releasing breath helps us to discard used breath. Breath can mean thoughts moving in and out.  New ideas are breathed in with every inhalation and toxic thoughts, stress are dispelled with every exhalation.

Effortlessness

                    Any kind of work needs some efforts to accomplish a given task. Its a matter of fact, that the more efficient one becomes through skill or practice, the more it is easier for the person to accomplish the task. However, if we talk about effortlessness, what is that state and how is it possible to reach that state.

                    Let's take the example of our body parts, like legs help us to walk and our entire body gets transported from one place to another. The left leg never complains to right leg that I am working harder than you. Obviously, there is no comparison cause there is no question of separate identity. Its whole being and different body parts do their part for the overall performance or existence of the individual.  Likewise when we feel hungry, our hands reach out to plate and place it in mouth, the mouth eats well and stomach digests. Ultimately the feeling of being fed comes once the stomach is full and there is satisfaction of taste and hunger pangs are vanquished. All this simple exercise is to set up the experience of oneness amongst various body parts that leads to no conflict of claiming which role was more important than the other. They are all inclusive and none can do part from each other such is the biological system.

                    Similarly in nature, if we observe how the whole ecological system is functional on its own at its root level. There is rain, sunshine, climatic changes, water bodies, sea, river, snow, forest, vegetation, wild life, everything is in natural flow of existence. There is so much harmony and balance. There does not seem to be any efforts in original state. For obvious reason that it is all natural. There is Oneness.... absence of separate identity does not give scope for crisis. 

                    Now, lets come to our world, man's made world. The world we know with human interference, has come to the extent of extinction in terms of loosing many species who have been hunted for vested interest, or due to industrial or climatic hazards created by human's so called scientific advancements. Where did it begin? The moment this thought of  separateness came to our mind, the feeling of being the superior most species, humans have done the blunder of mistaking himself as the creator and committing the crime of commanding  over earth as a ruthless ruler. 

                    Again, lets take an example from our day to day life. A person working in office may get frustrated due to the fact that the job done by him is not recognized/ appreciated by his boss or given due respect. It may demoralize him from giving his best which in turn can reduce his work efficiency. Every time he feels he has to put extra efforts to finish his work. Reason being unhappiness, lack of moral support or unnecessary stress in absence of recognition. On the other hand, if the same person is encouraged with words of appreciation by his boss even for the slightest improvements, then he gets boosted up to give his very best next time. The best part is that now he does not even feel the pressure of work on the contrary, he is super excited doing his work. What a transformation from efforts to effortlessness with the shift of energy. This principle can be reflected in case of students and teachers or household environment. 

                    Coming back to self appraisal we experience the same kind of lift in spirits as and when the enthusiasm is boosted by whatever means. For some, self care can be daunting as it is often mistaken as an effort. For once, if we assume that it is not us who is massaging the face, but we are being pampered by someone else, then we start enjoying the massage. What was the significant change here, the focus has shifted from me doing massage to enjoying the massage. Exactly same way once we drop doer ship, we start relaxing and the real rest happens! The ego always interrupts smooth flow. We have seen in office atmosphere, the ego is clamoring for attention or recognition. The moment we drop ego that "I" am doing this work, and focus our attention to I am enjoying this work unconditionally, the shift happens from efforts to effortlessness. The flow sets in..... the harmony is maintained and hence no conflict, no strain.

                   So separateness is the culprit of all crimes. Working in unison is the key to wholesomeness without discrimination & comparison. Each one of us are gifted and contribute our part to the society or Universe at large by being truthful to our existence. The essence lies in realization of letting oneself in the flow of existence without guilt or doubt. It comes with knowledge of strength in Unity. Everything becomes effortless in its original state or natural state.

Downloading Wishful thinking

 

                   Everything is right here in this Universe. All our dreams and wishes are also part of the Universe as its a reflection of our thoughts.  Have you ever wondered why mystics have strong intuitive powers. How come, some yogis are able to manifest their thoughts at their will . 

                          To make it more analytical and comprehensive, let us take the analogy of Computer. We all are familiar with hard drive, data base, software, internet, Web etc. Suppose we are looking for a meaning of a word. We will first look into the files saved if it is available there. Then the next step will be to explore the net and pretty soon we get the information. How simple it is, isn't it? 

                         Well, the process looks pretty easy but if any of the supporting devices like modem, web data or facility like internet or electricity is missing, then the process comes to a halt. We don't get the result. Its a conditional arrangement. 

                        Similarly our individual memory capacity is limited just like files saved, The database has a limited file size depending upon the capacity of hard disk in terms of space it can hold. Now the question comes what about accessing the infinite information available out there in the world. It is possible with modern technology of internet and web access. 

                             Proceeding towards subtler individual capacity to manifest what one desires or deserves. Here comes the role of having dreams come true. Or able to get a perfect solution to given life challenging situations beyond our control. 

                                        We all know prayers or luck plays a vital role to get the desired result. To be precise, can we wonder how it works? Lets take both these aspects separately. 

                                Prayers begin with surrender to Divine first then seeking what we desire with humbleness and worship. What happens in Surrender - the lower mind Me is surrendered or given up, allowing Higher mind Divinity to shine in us and show us the path in light of wisdom and blessings. Blessing or Grace or Kripa is that which facilitates the process. Being able to access Divine wisdom through prayers is just like accessing Web through internet and downloading the required information is like receiving blessings. which in turn means allowing or letting things fall in place. We say its taken care of.  Faith is the electricity as well as the modem which makes the internet functional. Faith can be upgraded with more (Sadhana) devotion, worship, penance (tapasya). It is as good as speeding up the Internet or the entire process of allowing our wishes to be fulfilled or getting solutions to our problems. 

                                    Next we come to Good luck .  What does it mean to have a favorable situation to your credit. How often can we activate luck or is there any chance at all, to have our say in luck. After all, luck is something very few people are lucky at. Going deeper we find luck is nothing but our deepest desire getting manifested through Magic of Universe. It is the thought we create so intensely wishing to be true that over a period of time, our persistent believing on them & affirmations with visualisation seeing the dream already coming true allows us to intensify such wishful thought to such extent that we transcend the limits of impossibility and further help us gearing our speed to tap onto unlimited potential of universal possibilities! It is rightly said, "Consistent efforts and wishful thinking can bring about a transformation so powerful that the whole Universe conspires for it to happen. It is the law of Universal attraction. Our thoughts do get manifested provided certain preparedness is there on our part. Its only a matter of time that our dreams can get manifested. All we need to have patience and faith of believing our dreams.

                 

 

Shopping list in Life

 

            Whenever we go on shopping, we need to take a shopping list to avoid last minute missing out buying things we need. Once we have prepared the list of items we need, the temptation to buy unnecessary things can be avoided. In fact, there are so much distractions out there while shopping specially with discounted offer price, that there is a strong tendency to divert our attention from what is required to be bought to more pleasing things but how much useful it can be is a question mark. The time is also limited so out of time constraint also we end up buying in a hurry without giving justice to our money spent.

                Now, lets come to real life situation when analyzed in this context,  we realize the same happens with our life purpose and achievements in terms of experiences as well. Suppose we don't have any goals or ambitions to pursue in life and allow our life to drift  in any direction the way events happening in our life or people coming in our life influence us to the extent that we end up following their ideals or wishes forgetting about our own. The main criteria of living a fulfilled life is knowing yourself, having the clarity of what our inner self truly stands for , our true wishes we dream to be manifested. All these self contemplation in the light of wisdom can add to our vision of living a great fulfilling life. We can start with sketching the road map of our journey with conviction and commitment. We need to access tools to sharpen our skills. Setting on this journey objectively we need to expand our intellect with knowledge and tapping onto possible resources & potential. Just imagine without a clear goal how can we proceed with objectivity making sure that we are progressing in our life. Without setting benchmarks how are we to gauge our success. Worldly ambitions like career, family,wealth are those which are set by the society and not us as an individual. There is a set pattern being followed for greater interest of the community as a whole. But apart from these, what we normally miss out is that our individual soul requirement is completely independent of such worldly things. This is the dilemma! While tempting life situations or influential people overpowering your life are like distractions or offer price to sway you from your path of inner call. The well prepared shopping list  stands for your objective goals in life considering what you value most & what is your inner requirement. Here money stands for time which is limited and deserves to be spent wisely with due caution.

            We all know we have a limited life span and with every year passing we are nearing our end time. The moment we realize this imminent truth, there is an instant awakening! Awakening of not further letting time go in vain, wasting on mundane worldly pursuits rather waking up to this reality of honoring life for what it is meant to be. Life is precious which is good enough reason to not let it go waste and making the best of it offering the best of oneself.

      

इच्छाएँ

  इच्छाएँ

            इच्छाएँ और अभिलाषाएं में कितना अंतर हैं? एक तरह से देखा जाए तो अभिलाषा को ऊँचा दर्ज़ा दिया जाता है क्यूंकि इसकी पहुँच से हम्हारे बड़ी बड़ी उपलब्धियां संभव हैं। जबकि इच्छाएं तो अनगिनत है।  पल एक इच्छा जगती है तो दूसरे पल दूसरी।  शायद इसी वजह से हम इसको एहमियत नहीं देते क्युकी यह निरंतर बदलती रहति  हैं और स्थिर नहीं।  

            इच्छाओं की कोई सीमा नहीं होती न ही कोई दिशा।  बस मन को भा  जाती है पल भर के लिए, कभी तो मन को भड़काति भी है इस हद तक की मन बेचैन हो उठता है। स्पष्ट शब्दों में इच्छाएं रखना कहा तक जाएज़ है इसकी पुष्टि तभी हो पायेगी जब हम इन इच्छाओं के पीछे भावनाओं को गहराई से समझ पाए। 

               कहते है कोई भी इच्छा इसीलिए जागती है क्यूंकि हम किसी दौर से गुज़र रहे होते है जो  इन इच्छाओं की कारण  बनती है और जितना हम इन इच्छाओं पे ध्यान देते है उतनी इनकी सिंचाई होती है। कभी तो हम किसी से इतनी मुग्ध हो जाते है तो भी वो हुनर या वह चीज़ पाने की इच्छा रखते है।  हमारी  ध्यान आकर्षण करने वाली कोई भी बात हमें उस चीज़ पर गौर करने को मजबूर करता है और हम में आग्रह बढ़ती है -एक आह् सी उठती है काश ऐसा हो पाता।  फिर शुरू होती है  जद्दो जिहद  उसको हासिल करने में या उस मुकाम तक पहुँचने में। यहाँ तक  देखा जाए तो कोई हर्ज़ नहीं इच्छाओं को पनाह देने का।  मुश्किल तो तब आती है जब यही  इच्छाएं थोड़े थोड़े करके इतनी बढ़ जाती है की हमारे  जीवन के लिए कहाँ तक यह हितकारी होगी यह समझ के परे हो जाती है।  यानी की ये इच्छाएं हमारे ऊपर इस कदर हाँवि हो जाती है कि भले से ज्यादा हमें या और किसीको नुक्सान पहुंचा सकते है।  इच्छाओं को भी नैतिकताओं के दायरे में रखकर अगर बारीकी से जांचा जाए तो हम इतना नज़र तो रख सकते है की कौनसी इच्छाओं को पनपने का मौका दिया जाना चाहिए और कौनसे को विसर्जन।  

            इस विषय पर चर्चा करना मतलब यह मान लेना कि इच्छाएं हमारे मन की उपज है।  एक प्राकृतिक अभिन्न अंग है हम्हारे अस्तित्व का - जो किसी रूप से अनदेखा नहीं किया जा सकता न ही काबू से बाहर होने दिया जा सकता है।  फिर शाश्त्रो में क्यों कहा जाता है की इन इच्छाओं को समर्पण करने को  मुक्ति के मार्ग में चलने के लिए।  मूल तौड़ पे इच्छायों  के पूर्ति से सुख तो आता है पर वह क्षणिक भर के लिए मात्र होती है।  एक इच्छा पूरी होने से पहले दूसरी इच्छा के तरफ मन दौड़ती है जो कभी न पूरी होने वाली ख्वाईश  के तरह हमे दौड़ाती रहती है झूठे उम्मीद के बल पर ।  अंत में सुख से ज्यादा दुःख का ही अनुभूति होती है दुर्भाग्यवशत।  क्या यह बिडंबना नहीं कि जिसे हम सुख की आशा में हासिल करना चाहते है अंत में वही दुःख का कारण बने तो किस बात की यह झूठी संघर्ष  !   फिर तो यह जायज़ है की हम इच्छाओं के जगह मन की शांति की और रुख बदले जो अंत में सुखद हो और इसी ज्ञान से जीवन को एक नई दिशा दे ।

            अगर इच्छाओं के पीछे भावनाओं पे आते है तो भी कोई हर्ज़ नहीं की हम्हारे नियत साफ़ होती है उसपे कोई दोष नहीं।  दोष है तो उसकी हद से बाहर जाने की ! अगर हम इतने भावुक हो जाए कि हमें  सच्चाई दिखना बंद हो जाए  तो भी गलत है।  किसी भी तरह का जोश अच्छा है कुछ कर दिखाने  के लिए या कुछ हासिल करने के लिए, पर संतुलन रखना भी ज़रूरी है।  इसी स्थिरता के आधार पर महान कार्य संभव हो पाया है बिना कोई दुष्प्रभाव के ।    

                अंत में यह ज्ञात होता है की इच्छाएं अपनी जगह स्वाभाविक है पर  हम्हारी समझ श्रेष्ठ है इच्छाओं से बढ़कर जो हमे  इसकी माया में जकरने नहीं देती और कुशलता से हम सच्चाई और शांति के सही मार्ग पे चल सकते है।       

Ego

 Ego

                The word Ego itself has often been looked down with disgrace in the sense that it is considered self defeating. It diverts our attention to something which drains our energy and stops from doing something worthwhile. It sways away from what is reasonable. As a matter of fact, it is fault finder or boosts negativity on many accounts. 

                    First lets bring some clarity to what Ego is, what it stands for, why is it there in our basic features  and last but not the least how much essential is its impact on our persona or existence. Knowing all these we can have an awareness how to deal with it, how to handle it well to our maximum benefit and growth. 

                    Lets take an analogy of a case where we see Ego as something unnecessary we want to get rid of to be in best form. For example Fat in our body is essential to sustain energy while extra fat can stand against our feel good factor in terms of being in good shape and energy. Everyone wants to look good and fully charged. The dilemma is that sometimes our built goes out of proportion that we are alarmed to get rid of certain things for they outgrow like weeds thriving on our precious garden. 

                    Ego is such intrinsic part of our being  that we hardly notice it as a barrier to our well being. The repercussions of paying too much attention to ego can be anger, jealousy, fear, regret, disappointment, expectations and complaints . The list is unending as regards to angst it brings in our consciousness, hampering our growth in true sense . An inflated ego has the tendency to set us off track. Everything starts falling apart once this ego is boosted beyond a certain limit. Like an inflated balloon will burst after it no longer can hold the air pumped into it. It is but natural. 

                    There are certain aspects to be taken care of in case of maintaining perfection. Getting rid of bloated Ego  on the path of spiritual growth  is one such feat to be achieved as much as getting rid of extra fat to get a perfect body.

                    In weight management, let us start with keeping a watch on your weight then with various measures we can eventually scale down the weight to desired result. Exercise can be listed on the top with fat burning strategy. Then comes diet being watchful of what quality of food goes in. Last but not the least apart from these two crucial steps to combat stubborn fat, comes very effective tool with intake of fat burning drinks.

                    Moving back to our main context of Ego, first step begins with keeping a watch on it, being aware of its role in blaring up a situation with its interference as to blind us from reality. This can be done with simple practice of mindful action. Being aware of what we do in what spirit, what is the intention behind our action  and also to notice if our action is influenced by egoistic clamors for attention or pleasure/ leisure  defeating the very purpose of our action. Second, once we get alarmed that the harm has already been done, the ill effects has seeped into our system, we may slow down the harm with antidote as Wisdom. Getting in touch with knowledge which heals our soul, seeking guidance and right remedies to do the repair. Knowledge can embalm our enraged ego to calm down and bring serenity for a while. To ensure that it remains so, we may go a little further by adopting a lifestyle that helps to keep such chances of afflictions at bay. Exercise can be deemed to be looked upon as life churning difficult situations that keep us alert as soldier ready for a battlefield. The destructive demons are vanquished harboring sharp tools of intellect, courage, acceptance and surrender. Diet is that aspect of being watchful of our intakes through five gates of sensory organs what we eat, read, watch, listen, talk, where we go or whom we befriend. All these make what we are to some extent. So we should be selective and make our choices skillfully. Last comes the potion to heal is ultimate Bliss of having Grace. The protection shield of blessings care love of our well wishers to not to be strayed away from the path of duty and living life in true  human spirit  with humility & gratitude.   

                Ego is essential just like salt to our food. Too much spoils the food and too little may make the food distasteful better to be discarded. So its like the cutting edge of a sword very sharp meant to defend but if provoked it can jolt to an abrupt end.                  

 

Paradox of Choice

 Paradox of Choice

        It is a matter of fact that on the outset it appears that more choices given, the better it is! It is a realistic approach having a choice in a given situation is far better than no choice option. But then how many choices can be holistic approach not to be diverted or hijacked from the main motive. It can be very distractible to be flooded with choices and at times it can be a reason of unnecessary drainage of energy.

            For instance given a choice to select a program from multiple option of channels to switch, very likely there can be confusion or lack of clarity to choose amongst a variety more than to handle. It means choice is good but the range of choice should be reasonable enjoyable rather than chaotic. The other way to look at a situation with multiple choice options is that there can be always a reason to sulk that may be the other option would have worked better and there is a regret mode later. Not necessarily it is like this for everyone, but the degree of too many options can be harmful for some. Suppose a person is freelancer in his profession and this gives him ample opportunities of his wish to manifest the way he wants in case of self employment. The freedom of choice can gear up his productivity to some extent. But if he is not careful enough or watchful then he may end up procrastinating things in absence of any outside pressure of time bound tasks. It can damage his work drive and land him to junk of troubles. On the other hand if we take the case of an employed person, he has hardly any choice but to follow his boss's instructions or the call of his duty as an employee. This saves him from the useless drill of deciding what to do when to do how to do to some extent. It is obviously a liberty to enjoy having the command in hand rather being dictated but for certain tasks- decision making can be ambiguous. Specially for menial work or clerical work there hardly is any scope to decide, being very basic and of repetitive nature. 

            Coming back to the utility of choice options, if we go deeper we realize the chances of feeling satisfied with limited option is far greater than in case of multiple choices. Another example of having a menu of wide range of  food items can be too confusing and it can be a difficult choice not sure of its optimum experience of tasteful satisfaction. Same can be said about watching a movie with multiple options to switch to watch another movie at the same time or option to switch to another activity or entertaining option like playing game or eating or gossiping. It is more relevant in case of unsettled child hankering for one thing and before starting to enjoy one it gets bored very easily and hops on to the next option again to be diverted and feeling agitated every moment it gets that feel of abundance . In a way spoiling brat can be the end result of such situation of abundant choices. 

                           In a compelling situation, at times we curse for not being given a chance to be left with any option to choose. But on a deeper level it is a blessing if we consider that having tough situations in life is a way to bring in your best and prove your mettle. Had it been that you got the option to get away from difficult situations rather than facing it, you would have never get to know and discover the strength in one's ability to combat and win. That way no choice option helps us to surrender and do whatever best we can. Of course still there is a choice to approach a particular situation however difficult it may be the way we muster courage to let the greatest and finest qualities in us to flourish.

                I would conclude with the learning that choice is liberating for anyone to feel empowered but along with the responsibility of not being swayed away by pool of choices, without loosing clarity and distraction for more and better. 

 

Purposefulness

                 Fullness comes with purpose. Life lived fully is in context of living in its true meaning. The essence of living is to feel alive. What aliveness means  life force  in full swing. There is bliss, joy, centredness.. peace, contentment.  

               All our desires are driving force to set us into action. It is the attachment to desires in form of obsessiveness or feverishness that pulls the string to imbalance the rhythm of action and sets chaos in. We act in a way that it defeats the very purpose or intention of our action. Eg. We want to help a certain person in need, financially or by doing some favors, but many a times its our expectations behind our deeds somewhat like we want our deeds to be recognized or applauded  or we even look forward some rewards in return that leads us to act in a contradictory way so much that we may decide not to help next time or we may even stoop down to the extent of claiming our contribution. 

             The point is what is the significance of desires worth chasing for if it has the scope of  triggering negativity. How much can we avoid being trapped into the cycle of expectation or complaints as a side effect of desires.  What else can be the driving force to action or living a worthwhile life. 

            The wisdom tradition has been supporting the idea of having desires to orient your actions to certain direction provided we are able to give up attachments or watchful about  obsessiveness to desires . It can be possible by expanding our perspective to look at bigger picture through vision of  knowledge and awareness. To be able to surrender to the level of humility with an aptitude of non-doer ship and willingness to accept the unexpected contrasts of life which may not be very pleasant. 

            Once again let us revert back to main subject - Purposefulness of Life. What does it stand for - how different can it vary from person to person. 

            Let me begin with myself and my views of how it may vary for others depending upon their understanding of life in totality. To me, Life is a journey of experiences with a purpose to evolve, to grow through learning, practice with feeling of surrender to accept whatever is the result of our action. The reason why we face so many difficulties is to keep us going, to continuously striving for the best to happen. It keeps us in action and that is what keeps us alive letting our special skills and faculties to be functional to its optimum level.

             Even if is a case of a sage who has renounced every desire to be on the path of his seeking spiritual growth, the ultimate goal of his life still exists giving his life a reason to live.  Or if it is about ordinary average person full of desires, hope and dream, the very purpose of life is amalgamation of all - what brings happiness, joy, peace, serenity, feel good energy. 

            It can be even said that suffering, battling those challenges can be a reason for some to carry on life . After all it is a churning process of purification and further growth through learning, expanding one's capacity to endure, not just to go beyond one's limit to endure pain but rise above it. For some, facing life's struggles with one's ability to handle those challenges is a way of life and good enough reason to feel alive. Staying too much in comfort zone can be very boring and meaningless. It may upset their charm for life and fire of passion may get extinguished sealing all possible ways to flourish and experience life to the fullest. It is obvious here that certain amount of uncertainty, risk factor, constraints, or challenges are essential to ignite the fire of life to feel alive to experience the magic. It opens up the vast field of adventures, surprise, magic conjuring up all qualities we possess to bring forth to this world, can set our potential to optimum use. As if, life would not have been so much interesting if there were no failures or disappointments on the contrary. After all Light can glow up in darkness only.

            So the more difficult life situation, more fun it is to feel alive and know the difference of lifeless life in total abundance. 

            The purpose of life varies from person to person with respect to what they relate to true  meaning of life according to their understanding or experience. For me, the more centered a person becomes, the more refined are his ways to approach life situations and his life mission get elevated for higher goals in terms of shifting from self centered goals to self less service or contribution for others to feel happy and alive for a reason to bring difference for the cause of others happiness or welfare. That way real purpose of life gets refined to higher purpose for those who seeks the highest form of living fuller life. 

Free Will

   It is said " Man proposes, God disposes".  I believe yet we should not give up the power to choose for the right action or right thoughts to put into action. In fact the destiny may count as beyond our reach to control but we may decide upon the steps we need to take wherever we are assigned to reach. 

         As a matter of fact, every individual has a version of his own to perceive things or any situation with respect to his intellect, character, strength  or wisdom. So obviously the person is to think, act according to his capacity and in most situations in spite of  a given code of conduct, every individual is unique in terms of their behavior or reaction to a particular incident. It is but natural for every individual to have  a new  way rather come up with better ways to deal with that situation.  Freedom of choice gives way to new discoveries or inventions. Free imagination is the cradle of creation.  If we are supposed to walk on the path as predestined journey without the intervention of letting our unique qualities to flourish, then it will not only dampen our spirit of growth but also we will be more dead than alive. Simply following the rules designed by others will be the call of duty-An act of slavery than bravery! 

        On one hand we realize that will power is potent for individual growth and on the other that ultimately it is  destiny which decides our destination  we reach at the end. How dramatic it appears when both sides of  realities-  are in sharp contrast to each other besides being the two sides of the same coin. It means either of them can be truthful at a time. But both the realities co exist in spite of apart from each other. To exemplify further- we have the free will to some extent to decide upon certain things in our life subject to intervention of destiny which has the final call for things to happen its way. So free will is not entirely free but subjugated to conditional approval of destiny.   

         Our context of discussion of  Free Will is in terms of actions where we do action to our best capacity without fault at our end, in the sense, we don't lack any enthusiasm to complete our action. Neither is there any sense of lethargy/dishonest intent or indifference to action.

        The question is how significant the role of power of Will  remains after this revelation of destiny's power in our life. Definitely not very pleasant knowing that when it is ultimately pre destined win or loss then why to play the game. Here the crucial point arrives, game is after all for fun. The spirit of game is enjoyment, to have action, to show our skills, to have magic, to create magic! Then what is going to happen at the end hardly matters, as far as we know we are playing the game with full spirit of playing for the sake of fun of game, not by the result. This is what is also preached in Bhagwad Gita. You do your part, rest leave on God. Your intention of  Action should not be dependable on the fruits of action. 

                Coming back to our action motives, it should not be limited by the outcome of it because the result is not ultimately in our hands, it may be influenced by lot more other factors beyond our control. We may say the result is in our hand to most extent, but there is always a gap for the destiny to play its role. What is in our hand is mostly how we do the action, with what intensity and how much we are able to bring in satisfaction to our heart and soul. Yes, this much is very much in our hands. Its just like there are some organs in our body which functions involuntarily without interference of our conscious efforts like heart beat, blood circulation, lungs breathing and so on. But our limbs are regulated by motor actions very much in our control and at our disposal. While the whole body system are all interconnected and somehow we too are able to have a control on our internal organ's health by maintaining a good lifestyle, exercise, diet and good sleep. Everything in this world is interdependent. So is our existence in this cosmos. Each of us has a role to play and the better way we are able to perform in the highest form, the most we are able to contribute to the well being of this Universe inclusive us. None of our efforts go waste. There may be no apparent recognition in the beginning of our humble attempts of giving our best, but it certainly goes a long way to remain embedded in the domain of energy reflected back in finest of expressions remotely identifiable! 

        In conclusion, it can be stated that each of us has been given equal opportunity and the capacity to bring in the best of us through course of action we choose to take during our lifetime. The intent of living to the fullest becomes eternal by the feeling of fullness throughout the journey while the outcome at the end of life may seem  of little importance as is judged by others in the world. Success is something the world counts as the benchmark to achieve while an individual experience of contentment, love, peace, inner  happiness is the ultimate way to fulfillment.

         

 

KRIPA / GRACE ..... Maya / Play of Cosmos

 Whenever we receive beyond our expectations or we feel its beyond what we deserve, it is said to be by Grace that you receive as a blessing which we did not earn or owe but is bestowed upon us as a gift of Love. 

       In fact, there is nothing possible in this world without Grace in a broader perspective... it is said our every breath is a God's gift, nothing can move without the Universal law. The whole Universe is a mystery greater than Humans can ever decipher, beyond human intellect to comprehend or grasp even. Knowing our limited faculties to perceive things as it is, we can still take one step further with this bit of knowledge that it is unfathomable to imagine how grand this Universe is and its mystic ways. We can allow ourselves to delve into the realm of unlimited dimension of existence going beyond our gross body mind spectrum to infinite subtler existence of being or even non being merging with space or void. The wheel of life can end after a finite zone while the wheel of energy is continuity to incessant journeys of merging and splitting taking many shapes and forms and then just disappearing into black holes like black magic to appear again embracing endlessness, completing the full circle of continuity without disruption or end. The circle can not exist without a center point which is its base or origin or source. On the surface level the circle may be constantly moving but at the core it is still, steady, constant, ever present with no past or future but always in Now moment. Time is zoned out.

    Everything in this Universe has its center point which is Ultimately One and   eternal. This is Ultimate truth of existence documented by many enlightened souls in our scriptures and religion. The reality of the world keeps changing with the time, however the universal laws are centered around one Source of creation. Our one pointed centered awareness can bring us closer to Ultimate Truth of existence. If we are watchful enough and learn to see beyond our optical eyes and if can be attentive enough not just to catch the whisper but the rhythm of silence ! It is possible as in No being, nothingness or no mind state we get a glimpse of Source of creation. It opens up the receivers to tune into that vastness of Cosmos where the connection is clear, strong and instant. 

        The question is how one can reach that blissful state ? Purity is the first step.... purity of thoughts to begin with as no action is manifested without a thought to start with. Pure  motives will lead to pure actions ultimately leading to pure lifestyle. Purity means absence of impurities..... it is not against anyone involving misdeeds  or bringing harm to anything nor this planet nor Universe. 

    Then at the first place why do one gets into impurities ? Yes it is Maya, deception, again play of Creation to bring in varied interesting games of loss and victory , good or bad, rise and fall, life and death. All opposites are complementary to each other, like sides of the same coin, like day and night. So the very purpose of this journey of life beginning from birth till death is play of drama, - bringing in varied characters, entertaining for the world to watch but for the soul to sway from one emotion to another like a rock n roll merry go round ride sometimes up sometimes down but all a theatrical gala show   and the tragic part is that the show can abruptly end without a prior notice. Our role in the whole drama is so minuscule that we hardly have any say in our character, its very much not in our hands but yes only to the extent that we can decide and learn how to perform our part and give our best shot while we are here in this limited time space paradigm  en capsuled in mortal body which too has its own shelled life.One can rescue oneself from this melodramatic upheavals by becoming a spectator to enjoy the show  by keeping a distance not getting involved into this bizzareness without being judgemental.

    Moving from life energy to just pure energy makes better sense to see the bigger picture. Coming back to center of origin which is static there starts movement triggered by friction of frequencies. In complete darkness , complete void there is ray of Light emanating  from the center, the source . In complete Silence also there is a music with rhythm which is primordial sound of Creation. The variation of frequencies are the trigger point of Movement. There is a mention of Cosmic dance of Shiva to begin Cosmos and Shakti or Energy comes into being with the movement becoming the mother of Creation multiplying infinite times expanding its vastness ever since...... The truth is it is unfathomable to imagine. Science believes what comes in form also merges in void and the process continues for eternity.

Is Discipline a reason to lament for the loss of freedom

Yes you can question the validity of parameters set by society in defining what is meant by Discipline or Chaos. Or may say the fine line shift from Discipline to chaos is subjective and Society is unfair to impose such boundaries without giving  any individual choice.
For me, Chaos is like a puddle of all colours mixed hapazardly without any estimate to produce or intension  of purpose/creation. At the end what you are left with is muddy taint. Yet who knows this may be a reason of great discovery of new Art. Sometimes the bizzarest of chaos or mess or disorderliness can trigger phenomenal change for better.
What is peace of mind is again a personal matter and may vary from person to person.  Like what is peaceful for one may not be for the other. There may be different ways to attain Peace.  Its only the source which varies.   The state of peacefulness is universal that is the state of equilibrium or equanimity.

The standard of Discipline set by society is  questioned time & time again by newest ideas popping up with new age & change paves the path to growth & thats how a society evolves over a period of time.

Self Discipline is extremely individual . Its like imposing self restraint with the intention of getting desired results or reaching goals. Society does not interfere here, One's  beliefs might happen to be conditioned, its quite possible.

What is everlasting need for discipline if it causes pain, & what if the so called promising  gain turns out to be a burden itself later.
What is Life
What is Order
What is society
These questions are to be raised, interrogated & examined through all means . To begin with the answers can be sought with Self contemplation & the solutions are sure to flow in with Self Discovery on the first instance as one dives inwards.

I consider, submitting to Society's norms is not weakness or obligation rather its  sign of respect to coexist in harmony. Though it does not imply that one has to succumb to superficial dogmatic notions of society which infringes very right of individual to lead a fair life.  No doubt there are ills in society, many undermining fanatic norms are crippling the society. Here is the need for heroic rebellions to voice their concerns & claim  redressal of their issues in public interest. No one must follow blindly anything imposed without getting a chance to understand what it means & why it is imposed. The law should be approved with general consent, still if any person does not agree, the law can be challenged on the basis of  the democracy where every member is counted to have a say. The one who disagrees may gear up to face the trial, for to raise a voice involves  risk of rejection. One must muster up courage on Self Faith to shake towering giant like Society with the preparedness to face the consequences.
So what if we end up with failure. Failures are the building blocks of success. Hence fearlessness & Self belief are the pillars to stand tall amidst Risky ventures or discord with society.
Very well said-
We are to avoid chaos lest it may lead to Unknown!
Unknown is the cradle of Creativity.
So don't be afraid to plunge into unknown.
The bigger picture is more fair & just .

Mind is a game trap...
if you play the game with sport , you enjoy life
if you dread the game with loathe, you suffer
You are caught in the maze of delusion,
deceit, confusion.
Difficult it is to gauge the enigma
but one can tap to mind power
in the light of  Pure Self
Tread the path of unkown
through Self Discovery.

Yes it is worth to face the distress
giving it a stretch to come out of the
confines of comfort closets & think
differently as per one's unique abilities.
Freedom is basic right, precious & honour to life.
Not to be messed up with superficial
societal norms orthodox outdated values.
Though Freedom without check is fatal
Watch out for the fine line
where one needs to strike the right balance
between what is deemed right
and what is just
Only the time will justify.

Anchored in Self Belief
is sure to sail through torrential waves
& rise out of utter confusion.
Certainly there is no
war between Discipline & Freedom
Opposites it may sound
yet they are the sides of same coin
called  Better Life.

Enhancing Life

 What is it that we recognize  enhancing our  Life,

..... adding to our life !

Life fulfilling experiences -we say makes us feel to have better life

but what and why are those experiences so called fulfilling

Well it depends, obviously the word fulfilling is subjective

The source of fulfillment may vary from person to person

Its more of an individual matter.

Here comes the degree of contentment in life

The more we are contended with simplest of things 

the less likely we complain

Life seems to be just, fair and complete.

 

 Yet it is the dreams and hopes that keep us alive.

The very essence of life is to be alive !

then the question arises-does that mean;

 having desires or aspirations 

is key to look forward to life.

Seeking better is what drives us for upgrading life.

 

Coming back to fulfillment - obviously, it relates to some higher purpose

The life enhancing experiences upgrades the quality of  life

basically on the grounds that it serves purpose, not for vested interest

but for betterment of others unconditionally.

Bringing meaning to our existence through our specific contribution to world

touching lives with our  uniqueness can be uplifting not just for others

but for ourselves on the first place

Ultimate liberation from miseries of worldly life  

including physical, mental traumas and tragical events

striking us without warnings or leaving no scope to rewind

can be heart wrenching!

 

Do we have a choice here?

Yes, we do have a second chance to revive quality of our lives

rather than letting life to be accidental

We have the immense power within to reflect

to gauge our growth, to discover Self in the light of  Self realisation

For those who need guidance, our Legends have set the path

through their great lives 

Its inspiriting to learn how we can take giant leaps 

by channeling  our life energies in the right direction.

Being able to do so can be taxing but who says gain comes without pain

We need to sacrifice our attachments, ego, materialistic approach and 

selfish motives- or the very disctractions that sway us from our path to true progress.

In exchange we gain wider spectrum or vision to realise the secret to LIFE