Everyday Life-Changing Lessons from Bhagavad Gita
The Bhagavad Gita is one of the most important and the oldest Hindu texts in Human History. Set in a time long ago, its principles are even relevant today. It depicts the right way to look at duty, dharma, righteousness, and spirituality.
Lord Krishna, the charioteer of the Holy Book Bhagavad Gita, stated some philosophical and practical concepts that help us to tackle difficulties that come our way.
Here is a look at the some of the essential points taken from the Bhagavad Gita. Understanding the essence of these 10 timeless principles will help you find the true meaning of life.
1. Don’t Worry, Do Your Deeds
The Gita rightly points out, “Whatever has happened, happened for the good. Whatever is happening is happening for the good. Whatever will happen, will also happen for the good”. Unnecessary worrying will only add up to the tensions. So, instead of worrying, live life to the fullest and do whatever feels ethically and morally right to you.
2. Keep a Practical Approach
Each one of us reacts to situations differently. Whatever we do, we always attach our expectations with it. But time has proved expectations lead to disappointments. Thus, having a balanced and practical approach towards events is the only way to lead a peaceful life. Even if you don’t agree to other’s views, it is important to accept and respect their perspectives.
3. Change is Constant and Inevitable
It is said, “Nothing is Permanent.” But change is an exception to this rule. Change is the law of the nature! Humans cannot control everything that takes place in their life, so we should not be reluctant to the accept changes in our lives. Success comes to those who are open to take up new challenges, accept changes, adapt to new circumstances, tap their innovative sides and explore different opportunities.
4. Acceptance and Forgiveness are the Key
Life is a roller-coaster ride. What happens next isn’t predictable, so being prepared and accepting things at face value is the only option for us. If life gives you lemons, squeeze it to make a glass of lemonade.
Simply, make the most of every situation you face. Acceptance, tolerance and forgiveness are the essentials to overcome difficulties that come your way. It will help you lead a poised, calm and peaceful life.
Forgiveness though difficult is for your own good, as it will help you to get over with resentment and animosity.
5. Embrace Positivity
Each one of us have heard this time and again, “Be positive, things will take the right turn.” Embracing positivity will not only give you internal peace, but also help you learn the essence of life. Controlling your thoughts through meditation is the best source of self-enlightenment. Life has ups and downs, finding positivity will only make it beautiful!
6. Do Your Karma, Fruits Will Follow
Bhagawad Gita quotes, ‘Karm karo, phal ki chinta mat karo’. It is the sagest message ever given. We work towards success, luxury, materialistic gains and a lot more to fulfill our personal needs. We are so result driven that if we don’t reach our desired goals, we get disheartened and lose hope.
This attitude towards life needs to be changed. Do your deeds dedicatedly with no expectations, have faith, things will take the right turn.
7. Stay Calm, Compose and Poised
A calm and composed person can deal with anything, literally anything. When you’re calm even in the worst storms of life, half the battle is already won! Calm mind, peaceful soul & a healthy body helps you to make use of your energies in the right direction, enhancing productivity and growth. It is said, “When a God closes a door, he opens a window!” You must have patience search for the window to reach your destination, because there is always light after darkness.
8. Don’t forget your Social Responsibility
We live in an era where it is merely about doing things for personal benefits. We take from Mother Nature, but usually avoid giving back. If you don’t take care of the nature and environment, be ready to bear the brunt of your own deeds. “As you sow so shall you reap!”
Be empathetic towards others and the universe. Selflessness and love for others are the great teachings and work towards the benefit of all. If you have achieved something, help others too to realize their dreams without motive of reaping any benefits out of that.
9. Anger Management and Control is Essential
“Anger is one letter short of danger”. It leads to confusion, chaos and finally to the road of hell. It decreases your clarity of thought, distracts us from your goals and pushes you towards committing destructive acts.
When you are angry, you are only harming yourself. You must keep yourself away from cultivating vices like lust, anger and greed, as they are self-destructive.
10. Be Fearless
“I don’t get scared of anything”, we have heard this line many times. But, fear is the most primordial feeling in humans. “We all came empty handed, and we will leave empty handed. What is you have today belonged to someone else yesterday, and someone else will own it tomorrow.”
Nothing belongs to you permanently, then why fear of losing something? Live in the present, let go of the past & work towards the future with new enthusiasm. Being fearless and worriless will help you achieve whatever you want.
These are some learnings that form the Gita, which you can imbibe in your everyday life to make it better and healthier. The purpose of Gita is to help people who are stuck in the ‘Bhav Sagar’ to come out and thrive to achieve solace and spirituality.
Truth-seekers from around the world have revered the Bhagavad Gita, yet its deepest meaning, draped in poems, has remained unclear.
