Acceptance of life's ups and downs leads to peace of mind from "summary" of Bhagvat Gita ka Yog (Hindi) by Sri Sri Krishna Prem
Life is full of ups and downs, twists and turns. It is a constant rollercoaster ride of joy and sorrow, success and failure. The key to finding peace amidst this chaos lies in acceptance. Acceptance of the transient nature of life, acceptance of the fact that nothing is permanent in this world.
When we learn to accept the ups and downs of life with equanimity, we free ourselves from the shackles of attachment and aversion. We no longer get swept away by the highs and lows, but instead, we learn to ride the waves gracefully. This acceptance brings a sense of inner peace and tranquility that is unshakeable by external circumstances.
In the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna teaches us the importance of accepting life as it comes. He tells Arjuna to perform his duties without attachment to the results, to accept whatever comes his way with an open heart. This philosophy of detachment from the fruits of actions is the key to finding peace of mind in the face of life's challenges.
When we resist the natural flow of life, when we cling to our desires and expectations, we invite suffering into our lives. But when we learn to accept life as it is, with all its imperfections and uncertainties, we open ourselves up to a deep sense of peace and contentment. We become like the calm eye of the storm, untouched by the chaos swirling around us.
Acceptance is not resignation or passivity. It is a powerful act of surrender and trust in the divine order of the universe. It is a recognition that everything happens for a reason, that there is a higher purpose behind every twist and turn in our lives. When we embrace this truth, we find a sense of freedom and liberation that transcends the ups and downs of life.
So, let us learn to accept life's ups and downs with grace and humility. Let us surrender our egos and let go of our need to control everything. In this surrender, we will find true peace of mind, a peace that surpasses all understanding. May we all learn to embrace the wisdom of acceptance and find solace in the eternal truth of the Bhagavad Gita.
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