An object is something which is the subject of observation.
Our mind always plays a very intelligent trick with us. We believe that we are what our mind tells us.Can we say, what is a mind. If we close our eyes and try to see( rather feel) our mind we will find out there is nothing but some floating thoughts. Is thought can be termed as a mind ? It can't be true because thought is not a permanent feature as it comes and goes .
Let's close our eyes and try to feel our mind once again. We will experience that when the thought stops there emerges a blank space or nothingness . So mind can actually be described as nothing which has a potential to become everything.
A simple mind considers this nothingness as the starting point and act on the direction it receives from the inner voice or the subconscious. We can very easily understand this point if we practice this way. So to have a simple mind observe the mind as an object rather than the mind or thought becoming the subject of our being.
SIMPLE MIND IS A TRUTHFUL MIND
Simple Mind recognises 'what is' rather than any other options. A Truth is very simple. An untruth requires lots of justification to make it believable. That is why it's difficult to maintain a false idea. Truth is very easy to live if we have the courage to face it. The untruth gives us easy short cuts from any immediate misery but ultimately we can't escape the truth.
SIMPLE MIND is thus an intelligent proposition.
SIMPLE MIND is thus an intelligent proposition.
LET'S NOT TRY TO CONTROL
Every individual has an inherent tendency to control others irrespective of s/he is powerful or not. That is why we become very happy when someone obeys our instructions and feel badly when a slight disobedience is shown. Although most of the time we can't do anything to remedy our displeasure but we demonstrate it by our behaviour.
If we agree with the above the reality we must also be aware that every individual has got her/his own intention and way of controling others. This inevidently results into conflict. And this conflict may not always be exposed but expressed in emotional outburst when occassion arises.
So, i feel it is a most intelligent to surrender our inner tendency to control others and accept whatever comes naturally in our way.
If we agree with the above the reality we must also be aware that every individual has got her/his own intention and way of controling others. This inevidently results into conflict. And this conflict may not always be exposed but expressed in emotional outburst when occassion arises.
So, i feel it is a most intelligent to surrender our inner tendency to control others and accept whatever comes naturally in our way.
LIVE IN THE LIVING PRESENT
PAST---------PRESENT----------FUTURE
Past and Future depend on the present for their existence. Both are lost if somehow the present is lost . But the present is eternally present and does not need past or future for it's existence. Living in the present is the ultimate reality expressed as " i am just i am ."
Past and Future depend on the present for their existence. Both are lost if somehow the present is lost . But the present is eternally present and does not need past or future for it's existence. Living in the present is the ultimate reality expressed as " i am just i am ."
ACCEPT THE GIVEN CONDITION
Suppose we are playing the game of cards. we can never complain about the cards we are dealt with. We are to continue the play and if we complain the game will stop there.
Let us not waste our time and energy in complaining , have grievence ,say why. The habit of complaining ,arguing, violent reactions towards present conditions of life will not help in achieving anything,instead channelise your energy in a positive direction.
Let us not waste our time and energy in complaining , have grievence ,say why. The habit of complaining ,arguing, violent reactions towards present conditions of life will not help in achieving anything,instead channelise your energy in a positive direction.
QUANTIFICATION IN LIFE
Quantification in life is essential for us. We must decide about how much we shall eat, consume,read,enjoy and even to meditate. We must always put a barrier /limit voluntarily and stick to it . Whenever we cross the limit we face the problems in life. Because whenever we cross the limit we break the rhythem of life and break the rule of humanity.
An animal does not know about limits. A man is supposed to have limits to her/his desire. A man can do whatever s/he thinks and thats why disicipline is needed, otherwise there will be destruction.
An animal does not know about limits. A man is supposed to have limits to her/his desire. A man can do whatever s/he thinks and thats why disicipline is needed, otherwise there will be destruction.
DON'T CHASE THE DESIRE
Desire about anything is not a sin in itself but chasing of desire leads ultimately to destruction. The Gita ( a Hindu scripture) describes the result of chasing of desire as follows,
For a person thinking of the sense objects there grows an attachment for them; from attachment arises desire; from non fulfilling of desire arises anger; from anger results delusion; from delusion results confusion of memory; from confusion of memory results destruction of intelligence and from destruction of intelligence a man perishes.
Through advertisements and media human mind is bombarded with ideas and stimulas for desire and material pleasure. As a result even after practising meditation and thousand other means to cool us , no happiness or contentment is achieved because of this limit less desire.
Let us decide for ourselves a middle point between two extremes viz. limitless desire and no desire at all.
For a person thinking of the sense objects there grows an attachment for them; from attachment arises desire; from non fulfilling of desire arises anger; from anger results delusion; from delusion results confusion of memory; from confusion of memory results destruction of intelligence and from destruction of intelligence a man perishes.
Through advertisements and media human mind is bombarded with ideas and stimulas for desire and material pleasure. As a result even after practising meditation and thousand other means to cool us , no happiness or contentment is achieved because of this limit less desire.
Let us decide for ourselves a middle point between two extremes viz. limitless desire and no desire at all.
WEALTH SHEDDING
We need wealth to provide for our food,clothing,shelter and basic necesities of a modern man.We need wealth for enjoying some luxaries the present world is offering us. But we must know where we should put our limits. Anything uncontrolled is bound to cause imbalance and ultimate difficulties in our life.
We must earn wealth for all the things as above but must take care of the excess dilligently. As a human being we must not forget that sharing ,caring, love etc are like basic necessities of a graceful life. We must channelise the excess we have to take care of our basic human qualities.
So, Wealth Shedding (as i call it) is the call of the day to make everyone happy on this earth.
We must earn wealth for all the things as above but must take care of the excess dilligently. As a human being we must not forget that sharing ,caring, love etc are like basic necessities of a graceful life. We must channelise the excess we have to take care of our basic human qualities.
So, Wealth Shedding (as i call it) is the call of the day to make everyone happy on this earth.
A SIMPLE MIND IS THE STARTING POINT
The complexities of this world has made our mind full of diverse ideas, notions,beliefs and mindsets. It has become very difficult for us to apporach any problem of life in a very innocent and simple way. We are made to take into consideration everything we are told by our teachers and guides although we can solve any situation if we can keep confidence on our inner voice and guidence.
We are to reengineer our thinking process and should bring simplicity in our mind to save ourselves from the confusion we are facing today.
If our mind is simple, it is always ready for anything. It is open to everything and is full of possibilities.
We are to reengineer our thinking process and should bring simplicity in our mind to save ourselves from the confusion we are facing today.
If our mind is simple, it is always ready for anything. It is open to everything and is full of possibilities.
LESSER THE REQUIREMENTS HAPPIER YOU ARE
The more you require the more you are to strive and struggle for it. More you struggle you need more energy. But our energy is limited. If our whole energy is consumed in fulfilling our basic needs, the higher values of life will not get any focus or attention. As a result our living will not be purposeful and naturally we can't permanently enjoy our living.
So,let us keep our requirements within a limit, completely decided by us and take a vow not to go beyond it. It doesn't mean we should stop working after that limit is achieved. We should work and even work hard but the fruit of work should go to others , not to ourselves. Afterall a wo/man can not live with food, cloth, shelter and basic necesities alone , s/he needs other fellow members in this world to share her/his emotions, love,care and share.
Let's not react to the negatives in this world . Let us start travelling in a positive path as a simple human being. I invite you to join me in this journey so that we can make our LIFE full of grace .
So,let us keep our requirements within a limit, completely decided by us and take a vow not to go beyond it. It doesn't mean we should stop working after that limit is achieved. We should work and even work hard but the fruit of work should go to others , not to ourselves. Afterall a wo/man can not live with food, cloth, shelter and basic necesities alone , s/he needs other fellow members in this world to share her/his emotions, love,care and share.
Let's not react to the negatives in this world . Let us start travelling in a positive path as a simple human being. I invite you to join me in this journey so that we can make our LIFE full of grace .
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