Bond to the inner self…carve your path to success.

Our life is what we make of it. Truly, the choices and decisions we make
during this journey mould its flow. As humans, we constantly face myriad
situations. So, how to deal with these...how to make the right choices and most
importantly, how to succeed as we sail through this ocean of life. Spiritual
connect or bonding with the inner self helps solve this
predicament...

Humans are
born with a conscience and the power of discretion, too. They know by
instinct the difference between good and bad; right and wrong. In a normal state
of mind, most of our actions or reactions or both are based on this acumen only.
By 'normal', I mean a state of calmness which is untouched by negative emotions
like anger, fear or anxiety. This can only be achieved by practising equanimity
in every situation of our lives to remain perpetually unaffected by the
happenings. This is a sure-shot way to everlasting happiness and forms the
essential armour in the battle of life.

Emotions, which routinely
affect our actions and more importantly, our reactions, if not controlled, can
trigger off undesirable consequences. People tend to be too happy in delightful
conditions and become gloomy in a distressing situation. In case of humans, this
sort of reaction is normal and quite expected, but should not be allowed to go
beyond control.

Of all creatures on Earth, God has bestowed the humans
with the power of shaping their own destinies. Though, all the circumstances in
our lives are not in our hands, but the way we 'react' to them, surely is! In
the journey of life, we tread this worldly path broadly in two ways…we are
either 'acting' i.e., taking wilful action to reach a goal and to fulfil our
ambitions…OR we are 'reacting' to a situation we find ourselves in. Mostly, if
not always, the situations are the results of one's earlier actions. If they are
congenial, we are heartened and cherish the happy moments. Many people also take
this opportunity to thank the Almighty for his kindness and compassion.


On the other hand, a problem or an undesirable situation, in most cases,
causes the negative emotions to take over. But, one must understand that the
problems always come with their solutions and a time-frame! Further, these
solutions may need human effort. It may take time and patience, but faith is
actually what we need in order to go through that phase and keep tabs on our
'reactions'. If we keep immaculate faith, sooner or later, the time arrives when
God helps us find the exit out of the dim cavern of the difficulties we were
facing and our soul is enlightened with the dawn of knowledge. The soul
thus enlightened shines forth and fills the individual's life with goodness and
fragrance of righteousness. These experiences help us emerge as better
individuals...better human beings.

All of us wish to be successful
in our lives…be it materially, socially, academically or in any field we are
enthusiastic about. Of course, this can be done by hard work and oodles
of energy. But this energy also needs channelization. And for this, we
need to unlock those faculties which we still haven't used and which lie
dormant, deep in our system. To do this, let us envisage a space in our
minds…space that houses all our thoughts, emotions, observations, experiences
and whatever we witness in this life. Quite genuinely, we, in a subtle manner,
spend our life in this massive space. A closer look to this inner space will
reveal our innermost desires, wishes, aspirations, thoughts and talents
too!!!

The contours of this inner space are of different hues.
They are vividly painted with the colours of our creativity, talents, ambitions,
wishes, desires, happiness, tranquillity and fulfilment. There may be some
negative images also. We connect with different shades of this space in diverse
situations. We virtually dwell in those spaces when we connect to our inner
self. We know our ingenuity, our strengths, and our weaknesses and this
knowledge helps us deal with our emotions in a better way. This spiritual
connect also widens our approach towards life and amplifies our chances to
excel and succeed in the field we choose for us.

Though not easily
observed, but our lives are continuously shaped by the choices we make.
While making these significant choices, we are steered by our thoughts that are
in turn fashioned by our observations, education, surroundings, experiences and
most importantly what we cultivate. Our social circle also influences us, but to
a limited extent, for we are solely responsible for what we choose especially if
we have the freedom of choice. So instead of blaming someone else or complaining
about the conditions, let's seek the advice of the conscience before making a
choice which never lets you down. We must bear in mind that the choice is
entirely ours. We are the manipulators of our destinies. Our life depends on us
and not the other way around.

Spirituality or bonding with your
inner self not only acts as a booster in this joy-ride, but also empowers the
soul. Being spiritual doesn't mean being inactive. Inaction will only instil a
sense of powerlessness and worthlessness. Contrary to which, taking the right
action with a determined approach will definitely lead to fruitful
and heart-warming results. Spiritual detachment urges people to work with a
sense of detachment so that they remain aloof and unaffected by the results.
This detachment, in turn leads to knowledge that frees the soul and unlocks the
path to success.

The thorny interactions with life are as much a part of
our lives as the good ones. They help us grow as an individual and are
absolutely essential for the refinement of our soul. Hence, one should never
complain, and view these 'hiccups' as opportunities to go nearer to God. Of
course, life is too magnificent and precious to be wasted by pondering on the
poignant times. There are many occasions when people tend to judge you in an
unfair way, considering the fact that what they know, is only a portion of the
total picture which is actually known and governed by God. Unfair criticism
should not be taken to heart especially when you know that God knows the full
picture and will be fair and help you rise again, that too phenomenally. This
happens if and only if you keep faith and be patient during the mayhem and of
course put in a lot of hard work. Not to forget, one should always assess a
situation and review it for any follies that may have occurred on the
individual's part, for the sake of perfection.

Righteousness,
hard work, patience, genuine bonding with the inner-self and the blessings of
God make for an unbeatable combination to fight the battle of life. And, genuine
exploration of your 'inner space' for the truth will definitely make you stand
in a good stead in life. The secret lies in the spirit to move on with a
never-say-die-attitude and working each day with a purpose, thus enjoying
the glorious gift from God, we know as…Life.

At this
juncture, following words come spontaneously to my mind and fill my 'inner
space' with positive vibes...

A fight cannot be won unless
fought
You have a goal to reach, a truth to be sought
Move on Man with
faith in your heart
Life is a portrait and living is an
art.