शक्नोतीहैव य: सोढुं प्राक्शरीरविमोक्षणात् | कामक्रोधोद्भवं वेगं स युक्त: स सुखी नर: || 23 || |
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“He is truly a yogi who is able to gain mastery over every impulse of desire and anger, every day here and now until the time arrives for him to leave the body.”
Commentary :
Each person arrives on Earth equipped with free will and a unique set of desires to fulfill. Friction often arises when individuals attempt to impose their will upon others, leading to conflict. This tension stems from the clash between differing desires, causing discord in relationships and communities. Conflict often gives rise to anger and other impulsive actions that lead to suffering.
Even within families, divergent desires can create tension, as each member pursues their own path to fulfillment. Your deepest passions may not resonate with those closest to you, even those you love dearly. Maintaining calmness and understanding amidst these differences requires humility and open-mindedness. While offering advice can be beneficial, excessive interference or indifference can disrupt harmony. Striking the right balance is key to fostering peaceful coexistence.
Thomas Carter said, “Humility is perpetual quietness of heart. It is to have no trouble. It is never to be fretted, or vexed, or irritated, or disappointed.” To navigate praise and blame with equanimity is the right attitude deserving of perpetual joy. By exercising patience and self-restraint in the face of challenges, individuals can cultivate harmony within themselves and in their interactions with others.
Every day presents opportunities to practice self-control and cultivate patience, contributing to personal growth and spiritual development. Embracing these challenges as opportunities for growth and offering them as a gift to the divine leads to a life imbued with peace, joy, and fulfillment.