Bhagavad Gita 2.47

You have a right to your actions, but never to the fruits of your actions.

Theme: Anxiety

"You have a right to your actions, but never to the fruits of your actions. Let not the fruits be your motive, nor let your attachment be to inaction."

Modern explanation

As the day quiets, hold this: Effort is yours to give; outcomes belong to a larger order. Anxiety grows where the two are confused.

Practical application

Write down three things from today that turned out fine, despite your worry about them.

Reflection question

What did I survive today that I was sure I wouldn't?

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