THE GREAT BATTLE OF THIS LIFE

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The true battle of life is waged not against external foes, but against the internal forces that reside within our minds, mostly carried over from past lives. These forces manifest as anger, hostility, fear, depression, greed, guilt, shame, jealousy, envy, resentment, feelings of inadequacy, and addictions—be they sexual, gambling, or substance-related.

Spiritual epics like the Bhagavad Gita, the Ramayana, and the Puranas utilize the metaphor of battle and demon-slaying to illustrate this inner conflict. The demons represent the negative tendencies of the human psyche.

In these narratives, the slaying of a demon often results in the liberation of a divine spirit previously trapped within it. This symbolizes the liberation of the personality from the grip of these negative qualities.

Human embodiment offers the profound opportunity to transcend these limitations and achieve liberation from the cycle of rebirth, attaining true and eternal freedom.

You are endowed with the will and determination necessary to overcome any obstacle. Through spiritual practices such as meditation, devotion, and self-inquiry, you can gradually achieve this victory. Embrace fearlessness, and know that your determination will guide you to triumph in this inner battle of life.

Karma and action, Meaningful Purpose

WHAT WE LACK

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Envy, a prevalent human emotion, often arises when we fixate on what others possess, overlooking our own unique gifts. We can be envious of many things–material possessions, wealth, physical attributes, experiences, familial situations and inherent talents among other things.

Our life’s circumstances and innate abilities are pre-determined, chosen by us before birth for specific life objectives. Therefore, instead of succumbing to self-pity, we should concentrate on maximizing our potential with the resources we have. Moreover, we must learn to love ourselves completely, embracing all our perceived imperfections and challenging circumstances.

Furthermore, remember that any talents and resources that we have received come with a responsibility to use them for the betterment of others. This principle is underscored in the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30), wherein Jesus reprimands the servant who hid his talent in the ground.

Karma and action, Meaningful Purpose

IN FACING THE “IMPOSSIBLE,” WE ARE ALWAYS SUPPORTED

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We have all had those moments where we feel completely alone, facing challenges that seem impossible to overcome. But the truth is, we’re always supported, even when we don’t realize it.

There’s a beautiful story from the Indian Puranas about a sparrow who laid her eggs on the beach. When she came back from gathering food, the tide had washed them away. Imagine her distress! She begged the ocean to give them back, but it wouldn’t listen.

Instead of giving up, this determined little sparrow decided to dry up the entire ocean, one drop at a time, using her tiny beak. Some birds laughed at her, thinking it was a hopeless task, but others, touched by her determination, joined her.

News of her struggle reached Garuda, the powerful king of birds and Lord Vishnu’s vehicle. He was so moved by her persistence and angered by the ocean’s refusal that he threatened to dry up the ocean himself if it didn’t return the eggs.

Naturally, the ocean quickly gave the eggs back, and the sparrow was overjoyed.

The message here is that when we take on something truly meaningful or noble (what’s called “dharmic”), we attract support from unseen forces, allowing us to achieve what others think is impossible. As Nelson Mandela said, “It always seems impossible until it’s done.”

Karma and action, Meaningful Purpose, Overcoming Doubt, Trust

IT ALL BEGINS AND ENDS WITH LOVE

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I came across this quote from a YouTube channeler, and am posting it here because it is worthy of being shared with others.

“It all begins and ends with love. You were born to give love and seek love. When you die you will be back where you came from–the all-encompassing brilliant light of love. Nothing else matters. Don’t waste life in hate, sorrow, and self indulgence. Focus on that which brought you here. Allow the force of the omnipresent to heal you and work through you…Love [is] not defined by who loves you but by your untarnished connection to that which brought you here. Begin again.”

Linda G Comanche

Love, Meaningful Purpose

“I WENT TO THE WOODS”

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In the early 1990s, I journeyed across the country to Concord, Massachusetts, a place that had long held a fascination for me due to its rich history and the constellation of renowned authors who once resided there, including Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, Louisa May Alcott, and Nathaniel Hawthorne.

My autumn visit was particularly magical. The landscape was ablaze with vibrant foliage, and Walden Pond mirrored the lively yellows, oranges, and reds of the surrounding trees.

Standing before the replica of Thoreau’s small cabin, I encountered these words from his book, Walden:

“I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived.”  

This passage resonated deeply within me, prompting a profound realization: despite the pressing financial demands of life, I needed to strive for a life not just enjoyable, but meaningful—to recognize life as a precious gift, not to be squandered.

This sentiment was further amplified by the in-flight movie, Dead Poets Society, where Robin Williams’ character exhorted his students to “Carpe Diem,” Latin for “Seize the Day.” The synchronicity was undeniable.

Is there a longing within the depths of your heart, a calling you have yet to answer?

Meaningful Purpose, MIndfulness
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