Bhagavad Gita 3.19

Therefore, always perform without attachment the work that has to be done; for performing action without attachment, one attains the Supreme.

Theme: Purpose

"Therefore, always perform without attachment the work that has to be done; for performing action without attachment, one attains the Supreme."

Modern explanation

When the day pushes against you, remember: Purpose is not a destination you reach; it is a quality of attention you bring to ordinary work.

Practical application

Do the work even when motivation has left the room. Discipline is borrowed motivation.

Reflection question

What would I do if I knew this work was preparing me for something I can't yet see?

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