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Edition #12
Welcome back to The Elevated Mindset! Iām back after a long hiatus refreshed & ready to continue on the climb to becoming 1% better.
Today we will be exploring 3 life changing lessons from the Ramayana.
Estimated Read Time: 2 mins
What Is The Ramayana?
The Ramayana is an ancient Indian epic that narrates the life and adventures of Lord Rama, an avatar of the god Vishnu.
It explores his journey to rescue his wife Sita from the demon king Ravana, showcasing themes of duty, morality, and the triumph of good over evil.
3 Key Lessons To Face Any Obstacles In Life
Lesson 1: Strong Unwavering Virtue - Devotion To Oneself
Be an immovable mountain - stand firm in the pursuit of your goals and values, not allowing external factors to sway your determination.
Sita's character is a great example of strong unwavering virtue. Even when she endures hardships during her captivity, she remains steadfast in her commitment to her husband and her principles.
Lesson 2: The Law Of Life - Nobody Escapes Their Karma
The concept of karma teaches:
We can't escape the consequences of our actions.
Recognize challenges as lessons from past misdeeds.
Good deeds may lead to delayed rewards; patience is key.
Overcoming life's challenges can help shed bad karma and promote personal growth.
Rama's 14-year exile from his kingdom, despite his unwavering virtue, is a result of his adherence to his father's promise and the unfolding of his past karma. He accepts this difficult situation with grace and humility, viewing it as a test of his character and his commitment to duty.
Lesson 3: The System of Faith - Miracle Maker
Your faith is capable of creating miracles in your life.
It is not about who Ram is, it is about who Ram is to you.
The question is how total is your faith in [whatever/whomever]?
Sita's trial by fire tests her purity and faith in Rama. Her unwavering belief in Rama's love and her own virtue allows her to emerge unharmed, demonstrating the power of faith in adversity.
TL;DR
3 Lessons From The Ramayana:
Be true to your values no matter what
Move through life challenges gracefully - passing of bad karma
Your faith is capable of creating miracles in your life
That's a wrap! Thanks for reading!
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Till next time! š
-Payal
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