Bhagavad Gita 6.35

Without doubt, O mighty-armed, the mind is restless and hard to restrain; but through practice and dispassion it can be controlled.

Theme: Anxiety

"Without doubt, O mighty-armed, the mind is restless and hard to restrain; but through practice and dispassion it can be controlled."

Modern explanation

In a moment of stillness, receive this: A restless mind is not a broken mind. Practice, patiently repeated, slowly bends it.

Practical application

Sit for five minutes without your phone. Watch your breath. Don't try to change it.

Reflection question

Beneath all the noise, what does my deepest self already know?

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