Bhagavad Gita 2.11

You grieve for those who should not be grieved for, yet speak words of wisdom.

Theme: Grief

"You grieve for those who should not be grieved for, yet speak words of wisdom. The wise grieve neither for the living nor for the dead."

Modern explanation

In a moment of stillness, receive this: Honor the grief, but do not let it convince you that what you loved is gone forever.

Practical application

Place a hand on your heart and say: this hurts because it mattered. Both can be true.

Reflection question

What part of the love stays, no matter what?

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