Bhagavad Gita 2.20

The Self is never born and never dies.

Theme: Fear

"The Self is never born and never dies. It has not come into being, does not come into being, and will not come into being. Unborn, eternal, ancient — it is not slain when the body is slain."

Modern explanation

In a moment of stillness, receive this: The deepest part of you cannot be threatened. Fear is loud only at the surface.

Practical application

Sit with the fear instead of around it. Ask it what it is trying to protect. Listen.

Reflection question

What would my life look like if I stopped letting this fear vote?

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