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ATI RUDRA MAHA
YAJNAM
Thought for the day archive
2003 - 04 - 05 - 06 - 07
1. Do
not interfere in others' business unless asked.
Most of us create our own problems by interfering too often in others'
affairs. We do so because somehow we have convinced ourselves that our
way is the best way, our logic is the perfect logic, and those who do
not conform to our thinking must be criticized and steered to the right
direction, our direction.
This kind of attitude on our part denies the existence of individuality
and consequently the existence of God, for God has created each one of
us in a unique way. No two human beings can think or act in exactly the
same way. All men or women act the way they do because they are prompted
to do so by the Divine within them. There is God to look after
everything. Why are you bothered? Mind your own business and you will
have your peace.
2. Forget and forgive
This is the most powerful aid to peace of mind. We often nurture ill
feeling inside our heart for the person who insults or harms us. We
foster grievances, which in turn results in loss of sleep, develops of
stomach ulcer, high blood pressure and many other ailments that
stealthily gnaws us from within.
We forget that the insult or injury was done to us once but by
nourishing the grievance we go on excavating the wound forever.
Therefore it is essential that we cultivate the art of forgiving and
forgetting. Believe in the justice of God and the doctrine of Karma. Let
Him judge the act of the one who insulted you. Life is too short to
waste in such trifles.
Forget, forgive, and march on.
3. Do not crave for recognition
This world is full of selfish people. They seldom praise anybody without
selfish motive. They may praise you today because you are rich and have
power but no sooner you are powerless, they will forget your achievement
and start criticizing you. Moreover, each person is a mortal with a
bundle of defects in them. No one individual is picture perfect. Then
why do you value the words of praise of another mortal like you? Why do
you crave for such false recognition and lose your peace of mind if the
world does not praise you? Believe in yourself. People's praises do not
last long and are not worth it. Do your duties ethically and sincerely
and leave the rest to God.
4. Do not be jealous
We all have experienced how jealousy can disturb our peace of mind. You
know you work harder than your colleagues in the office do, but they get
promotions, you do not. You started a business several years ago but
youare not as successful as your neighbor whose business is only one
year old. There are several examples like these in every walk of life.
Should you be jealous? No, remember everybody's life is shaped by his
previous Karma that has now become his destiny. If you are destined to
be rich, not all the world can stop you. If you are not so destined, no
one can help you
either. Nothing will be gained by blaming others for your misfortune.
Jealousy will not get you anywhere, but will only give you restlessness.
5. Change yourself according to the environment
If you try to change the environment single handedly, the chances are
you may fail. Instead, change yourself to suit the environment. As you
do this, even the environment, which has remained unfriendly for you,
will mysteriously appear to be congenial and harmonious.
6. Endure what cannot be cured
This is the best way to turn a disadvantage into an advantage. Every day
we face numerous inconveniences, ailments, irritations and accidents
that are beyond our control. We must learn to put up with these things.
We must learn to endure them cheerfully thinking, "God will it so, so be
it". God's logic is beyond our comprehension. Believe it and you will
gain in patience, in inner strength, in will power.
7. Do not bite more than you can chew
This maxim should be always remembered. We often tend to take more
responsibilities than we are capable to carry out. This is done to
satisfy our ego. Know your limitations. Why take on additional loads
that may create more worries? You cannot gain peace of mind by expanding
your external activities. If you have extra time, then spend it in an
inwardlife of prayer, introspection and meditation. This will reduce
those thoughts in your mind, which make you restless. Fewer the
thoughts, greater is the peace of mind.
8. Meditate regularly
Meditation makes the mind thoughtless. This is the highest state of
peace of mind. Try and experience it. If you meditate earnestly for half
an hour every day, you will tend to become calm during the remaining
twenty-three and a half hours. Your mind will not be disturbed as much
as before. You must gradually increase the period of daily meditation.
You may think this will interfere with your daily work. On the contrary,
this will increase your efficiency and you will turn out more work in
less time.
9. Never leave the mind vacant
Empty mind is the devil's workshop. All evil deeds start in the mind.
Keep your mind occupied in something positive, something worthwhile.
Actively follow a hobby. Do something that holds your interest. You
mustdecide what you value more - money or peace of mind. Your hobby,
like social work or temple work may not always earn you more money, but
you will have a sense of fulfillment and achievement. Even if you are
resting physically, occupy yourself in healthy reading or mental
chanting of God's name.
10. Do not procrastinate and never regret
Do not waste time in wondering "should I or shouldn't I?" Days, weeks,
months and years may be wasted in that futile mental debating. You can
never plan enough because you can never anticipate all future
happenings. Always remember God has His own plan too. Value your time
and do things. It does not matter if you fail the first time. You can
rectify your mistakes and succeed the next time. Sitting back and
worrying will lead to nothing. Learn from your mistakes but do not brood
over the past. DO NOT REGRET! Whatever happened was destined to happen
only that way. Take it as the will of God. You do not have the power to
alter the course of God's will. Why cry over the spilt milk?
"Live, love, learn..."
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