Gita 02.41 explained
So first characteristic, Krishna describes is, results will be eternal. But then after describing the characteristics He describes the qualification, what one need to [...]
Why we fall to temptation — a deeper analysis
Suppose we resolve repeatedly to give up some temptation, but still succumb again and again. Becoming dejected, we may conclude, “This temptation is too strong; [...]
How to ensure that our phones are connecting us, not disconnecting us
In today’s fast-moving world, we seek phones to stay connected with our loved ones while we are physically away from them. But when we are [...]
How to get the best of both positive thinking and negative thinking
Positive thinking works best when it keeps us focused on opportunities amid difficulties. Our attention usually follows our intention. If we aren’t looking for opportunities, [...]
The more we are aimless, the more we become shameless
Suppose a student is on vacation, with nothing specific to do. They may spend days on pointless net surfing without feeling bad that they are [...]
Determination is distilled desire directed decisively
To achieve anything challenging, we need determination. How can we develop this elusive thing called determination? To understand, let’s divide determination into its components. Essentially, [...]
Keep the mind on one track, don’t keep a one track mind
To keep the mind on one track means to keep our attention focused on one overarching life-purpose, whatever distractions the world may present. Those with [...]
The mind will dissolve our resolve unless we evolve
Suppose we had a valuable object that was soluble in water. If kept in a humid environment, it will dissolve. To preserve any object, we [...]
Those who commit to nothing are distracted by everything
Distraction has been an ever-present bane for humanity. However, the present age is one of mass distraction. With technology and social media, news, updates and [...]
Even if we can’t be spiritually joyful, we can be spiritually purposeful
Whenever anyone seeks to achieve anything wonderful or even worthwhile, they know that they have to work for it. Consider tennis players, Even if they [...]
Be mentally fit, not mentally fat
When fat accumulates in our body, we feel burdened because of having to lug around all that extra weight. We are often concerned about physical [...]
Determination means to subordinate pleasure to purpose
We sometimes think of determination as a special gift that some people have and some don’t. And when the mind is faced with the prospect [...]
Intention instills intensity
Intention refers to conscious determination to do a particular thing. Intensity refers to wholehearted absorption in doing that thing. Our spiritual practices frequently lack intensity. [...]
To shift our emotional center of gravity, we need gravity much more than emotionality
Spiritual growth essentially means shifting our emotional center of gravity. The center of gravity is the point at which all the mass of an object [...]
A business that is more serious than business
We take few things as seriously as business. Moneyusually makes the lazy busy; the frivolous serious; the nonconformists conformists. In marked contrastto our zealous pursuit [...]
Determination is the first thing, the main thing, the only thing
Nothing glorious can be achieved without single-pointed, sustained determination. The Bhagavad-gita (02.41) indicates that determination (drdha-vratah) is essential for the most glorious achievement of life: [...]
Today’s medals will be tomorrow’s baubles
One of our innermost drives is the drive to show the world that we are someone significant. This drive impels us to win medals, which [...]
When the good seems better than the best
When we strive to practice devotional service, the power of illusion is ever-waiting to thwart our efforts. If we are casual about our practice, this [...]