Control your mind from "summary" of Bhagvat Gita, Song of God by Dr. Roopnarine Singh MD FRCPC
To control your mind is to discipline your thoughts and emotions, to quiet the chaos that constantly swirls within us. It is the ability to focus your mind on what is truly important, rather than being distracted by every passing thought or feeling. This is not an easy task, for the mind is a powerful force, constantly pulling us in different directions, tempting us with desires and fears. The mind is like a wild horse that must be tamed and trained. Without control, it can lead us astray, causing us to make impulsive decisions or to dwell on negative thoughts. But with discipline and practice, we can learn to harness its power and use it to our advantage. In the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna teaches Arjuna the importance of controlling the mind. He explains that the mind is both our greatest asset and our greatest enemy. When it is under control, it can lead us to success and happiness. But when it is allowed to run rampant, it can lead us to ruin. To control the mind, we must ...
Similar Posts
Boundaries
Boundaries are guidelines or limits that a person establishes to identify reasonable, safe, and permissible ways for others to ...
Practice reflection and selfawareness
Reflect on your actions and thoughts regularly, not just to think about them but to understand them deeply. Take the time to an...
Start small in building selfdiscipline
To build self-discipline, it's important to start small. This means setting achievable goals that are within your reach and gra...
Attaining inner peace
The concept of attaining inner peace is a fundamental aspect of spiritual life, as described in the Bhagavad-gītā. Inner peace ...
Buddhism emphasizes impermanence
Buddhism provides a unique perspective on the nature of reality, emphasizing impermanence as a fundamental aspect of existence....
You are not your thoughts
Within each of us lies a continuous stream of thoughts, flowing endlessly like a river. These thoughts can be positive, negativ...
Attaining union with the Supreme Being
The Bhagavad Gita teaches that the ultimate goal of life is to attain union with the Supreme Being. This union, known as yoga, ...
Treat happiness as a byproduct, not a goal
Many of us never quite manage to shake off the suspicion that there's something a little bit self-indulgent, even irresponsible...
Surround yourself with positive energy
The key to harnessing the power of the Law of Attraction lies in the energy that surrounds you. Positive energy is like a magne...
Companies that promote mindfulness see improvements in employee morale and performance
Promoting mindfulness in the workplace can have a significant impact on employee morale and performance. By encouraging employe...