Amazing life secrets - Wheel 1: Personal Life
April 06, 2024
Namaste and welcome to 'A piece of my learning.' We're diving into the wonderful book "Life's Amazing Secrets" by Gaur Gopal Das. In the last blog, I shared a few learnings from the book. The author suggests that to have a smooth journey in life, we need to balance four important aspects, like four wheels on a car. Today, let's talk about the first wheel - Personal Life. Here's a quick summary:
Spiritual Practice:
This means finding ways to connect with something deeper in life. It could be through things like meditation, prayer, or doing good deeds. These practices help us understand ourselves better, think about our values, and feel connected to the world around us. By doing this, we can feel more peaceful and strong, which makes both our personal and social lives better.
On most mornings, you will find me like this
Why Worry:
Worrying is a normal reaction to tough situations, but worrying too much without trying to fix things doesn't help. Instead of dwelling on problems, it's better to focus on finding solutions. When we see challenges as opportunities to learn and grow, we feel more in control and optimistic. This positive mindset helps us face life's ups and downs with confidence.
Gaur Gopal Das presented this flowchart in one of his talks
Press Pause:
Life can get really busy, and sometimes we forget to slow down and think about what's important. "Press Pause" is all about taking breaks to think and recharge. When we step back and take a moment to reflect, we can see things more clearly and feel more energized. These pauses help us figure out what we want and how to improve ourselves. By making time for stillness and reflection, we can avoid feeling overwhelmed and make better choices.
Listen, take a pause, self-reflect before you react to anything
Gratitude:
Being thankful is key to growing as a person. When we appreciate the support and kindness from others, it strengthens our relationships and makes us feel happier. Recognizing the good things in our lives not only makes us feel better, but it also helps us understand others' feelings more and be kinder. Practicing gratitude regularly not only lifts others' spirits but also makes us more emotionally resilient and content.
These were just a few learnings of mine from the book. I always recommend reading the complete book to gain a deeper understanding of the book and connection with the author. If you find any of these learnings helpful, you could comment down below. Thank you for being a kind reader.
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