----------------------------------------------------------
Soul Sustenance 28-02-2013
----------------------------------------------------------
Self Transformation (Change) (Part 6)
Here are some practical reminders and steps we can take to grow spiritually and
bring out transformation (change) in ourselves:
Develop a spiritual lifestyle
The daily practice of meditation will be aided (helped) if we change those aspects
of our life that affect, or weaken our ability to control the mind and live in a
state of peace e.g. taking mind-altering substances (substances which affect the
mind negatively) like alcohol and drugs, watching violent films or performing other
negative actions that strengthen old patterns of behaviour and sanskars that take
us away from our true self.
Many changes happen easily and naturally as we begin to experience the benefits
of meditation. Our desires for material objects beyond those that are necessary
for daily living reduce as we seek to live a simpler, quieter life. We gain a deeper
respect for nature and loose the desire to eat animal flesh, and we become more
selective about the company we keep and the things we talk about, realizing that
everything we say and do has an impact on us and the world around us.
As our self-esteem and confidence subsequently grow, we feel ourselves drawn to
help others, to share the benefits we have learned from our own inner journey. Life
becomes filled with greater meaning and purpose and we want to do our best for the
spiritual upliftment for ourselves, for our families and for our communities.
(To be continued tomorrow….)
----------------------------------------------------------
Message for the day 28-02-2013
----------------------------------------------------------
To be strong is to watch situations with detachment.
Projection: When a difficult situation comes our way, we think it is permanent.
We do try to bring about change, but very soon give up when we don't find any change.
We lose patience to work on the situation and we feel tensed and stressed.
Solution: In order to pass in any situation we need to recognize and understand
the fact that all situations will surely pass by when the time comes. But we don't
have to get stuck with it at that time. We need to do what we can and just wait
for the time to pass by.
In Spiritual Service,
Brahma Kumaris