CULTIVATE PEACEFULNESS AS A HABIT

Peace come from a relentless practice of equanimity. On the one hand, sorrow, anger, greed, grief an lust create continuous disturbances in the mind. On the other hand, joy, happinesss, excitement and desire also create waves in the mind. When both these extremes rule the mind, there cannot be peace in your life. Facing the ups and downs of life with a practical attitude and acquiring at least a semblance of equanimity makes you a peaceful person. Peacefulness is a habit, which needs to be practiced till it is perfected. There has to be a constant prayer for peace in your heart, whatever activity you are engaged in. Peace is worth acquiring because it is the foundation of your health and well-being. Remember this one liner and meditate upon its contribution to your life in future: “Peace comes not from the absence of conflict in life but from the ability to cope with it creatively”.

RENOUNCE WHATEVER YOU NEED TO

WITH PEACE

Life often brings you to a crossroads, where you have to make difficult choices. You have to give up something that you have taken for granted; leave behind something that has given you comfort or surrender something over which you think you have a right. If this happens, be patient and think out the realities of the situation. Did you take something or someone so much for granted that your attitude soured the relationship? Were you grateful or did you become complacent in accepting service, love and loyalty? If, because of these reasons, you have come to a turning point in life, where giving up a relationship, a friendship or a position becomes inevitable, do this with grace and peace. Do you suddenly have to give up a career, a home or a place, which has been a source of comfort to you? Think why this has happened so that you can avoid similar circumstances in the future. But do not burn up your heart while giving up the comfort when you have to. Acknowledge hat whatever is happening, may be result of your own actions. Sometimes, you are forced to give up something over which you thought you had a right. But remember, rights can change over a period of time. Sometimes, even legitimate rights are snatched away from you by force or stealth. If you feel cheated, fight for your right till you are satisfied that you have done your best. But if you do not succeed, remember to do your best and leave the rest. Learn from the experience and take care that you are not cheated the next time. Renouncing a relationship, a valued possession or the fruits of one’s hard work is never easy. But burning yourself up mentally and emotionally forever after the loss makes your life a continuing hell. When the deed is done, it is better to forget and get on with life in the best possible manner.