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Life presents an internal struggle between good and evil, right and wrong, and permanent vs. impermanent forces. To live a good life, one must choose to do good even if it's difficult, and stay focused on permanent rather than fleeting things. Submitting to a higher will involves renouncing material desires, doing one's duty selflessly, and using tools like mindfulness, moderation, service, and faith. Living this way can provide benefits like fearlessness, bliss, freedom, and harmony even while alive.

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Q&A ON PRACTICAL LIVING (AND THE CASE FOR LIVING A GOOD LIFE) Kirk DCruz
IS LIFE EASY? Life is on the face of it, difficult. It is a constant struggle but the struggle is more of an internal struggle within us - between good and evil, between right and wrong, between whats permanent and impermanent, between the infinite and the finite, between discipline and indiscipline. The right thing to do is to choose what is good and beneficial but not necessarily pleasant or easy rather than whats pleasant and easy but not necessarily good and beneficial; to stay with the permanent rather than the impermanent for the impermanent cannot be relied upon. There is certainty only in the permanent and not in the impermanent. We cannot control the external environment but can control how we react to it. We should respond with equanimity and indifference. We may know what is good and yet do what is wrong that is not good. We may thus possess the right knowledge but not have the will to carry it out. When we realize that no amount of lower will actions are going to satisfy us and we get frustrated and see the futility of it all, we will start moving to the higher will. In the process, the lower will is not intended to be suppressed or repressed but to be transformed. The longer we are in denial of the lower will and the slower we take to make the transformation, the more difficult the journey. When we submit to a higher will, we will be moving towards the right path and our actions will become righteous. The secret in life therefore is to submit, surrender, renounce, sacrifice to a higher will and we will then enjoy life. Renounce and enjoy!!
HOW DO WE SUBMIT TO A HIGHER WILL? Firstly by renouncing what is material. Withdrawing our senses from the sense objects which are material and learning to do our duty. Getting ego out of the way Filling the vacuum created by the withdrawal of the senses with performing our duty will prevent boredom and regression. Channelizing energy into order to help build our character and evolve our soul Being still in action and active when still. Having endurance - strength in the storm. Treating likes and dislikes equally.
HOW DO WE KNOW OUR DUTY? Our duty is according to our nature without being attached to the fruit of our actions so that there is no build up of karma (consequentiality) but a reduction of karma. Destiny is in our hands. Do what we are passionate about. If we are passionate about teaching and mentoring then this is our duty. Common to all however is our duty is to give and serve others lovingly and selflessly. It is to lead by example and guide others along the same path. There are various tools to help us perform our duty well and live a good life.
WHAT ARE THE TOOLS FOR LIVING A GOOD LIFE? Live in the present, in the here and now, in the moment dont worry about the past or be anxious about the future Slow down, be patient, be accepting, grateful, forgiving and go easy on yourself use humor to lighten the situation Make a to be list rather than only a to do llst. Make that list now and then revisit it everyday Be mindful, aware, awake and conscious of your breathing for thats the connection to the divine Do things in moderation and with self-discipline/control, balance Respect your body as a temple. Cherish what you have. Practice yoga - Meditate and concentrate calming the mind and body for positive energy, creativity and peace Chant prayers Be charitable - Serve and give selflessly and lovingly Have faith and devotion - Worship the infinite no point accumulating the finite Embrace good values, thoughts, words, feelings ,conduct dispel fear, sorrow, anger, greed, jealousy, lust, boredom, hatred Acquire knowledge and wisdom. Simple living, high thinking. Sacrifice See yourself in all material and non-material and all in yourself Dont objectify or fragment but see the beauty in the whole. Celebrate all things and enjoy all kinds of work small or big Be an observer of yourself a witness to yourself and keep a check on your lower will Do what you dont like doing first Whatever you do do it with purpose, do something meaningful and offer it to the higher will for the satisfaction of a good life
WHY BOTHER TO LIVE A GOOD LIFE? No fear of death Heaven on Earth Blissful state Liberation Freedom Mastery Joy Peace Happiness Contentment Fulfilment Harmony Enlightenment The Universe is yours!!

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Q&A on practical living

  • 1. Q&A ON PRACTICAL LIVING (AND THE CASE FOR LIVING A GOOD LIFE) Kirk DCruz
  • 2. IS LIFE EASY? Life is on the face of it, difficult. It is a constant struggle but the struggle is more of an internal struggle within us - between good and evil, between right and wrong, between whats permanent and impermanent, between the infinite and the finite, between discipline and indiscipline. The right thing to do is to choose what is good and beneficial but not necessarily pleasant or easy rather than whats pleasant and easy but not necessarily good and beneficial; to stay with the permanent rather than the impermanent for the impermanent cannot be relied upon. There is certainty only in the permanent and not in the impermanent. We cannot control the external environment but can control how we react to it. We should respond with equanimity and indifference. We may know what is good and yet do what is wrong that is not good. We may thus possess the right knowledge but not have the will to carry it out. When we realize that no amount of lower will actions are going to satisfy us and we get frustrated and see the futility of it all, we will start moving to the higher will. In the process, the lower will is not intended to be suppressed or repressed but to be transformed. The longer we are in denial of the lower will and the slower we take to make the transformation, the more difficult the journey. When we submit to a higher will, we will be moving towards the right path and our actions will become righteous. The secret in life therefore is to submit, surrender, renounce, sacrifice to a higher will and we will then enjoy life. Renounce and enjoy!!
  • 3. HOW DO WE SUBMIT TO A HIGHER WILL? Firstly by renouncing what is material. Withdrawing our senses from the sense objects which are material and learning to do our duty. Getting ego out of the way Filling the vacuum created by the withdrawal of the senses with performing our duty will prevent boredom and regression. Channelizing energy into order to help build our character and evolve our soul Being still in action and active when still. Having endurance - strength in the storm. Treating likes and dislikes equally.
  • 4. HOW DO WE KNOW OUR DUTY? Our duty is according to our nature without being attached to the fruit of our actions so that there is no build up of karma (consequentiality) but a reduction of karma. Destiny is in our hands. Do what we are passionate about. If we are passionate about teaching and mentoring then this is our duty. Common to all however is our duty is to give and serve others lovingly and selflessly. It is to lead by example and guide others along the same path. There are various tools to help us perform our duty well and live a good life.
  • 5. WHAT ARE THE TOOLS FOR LIVING A GOOD LIFE? Live in the present, in the here and now, in the moment dont worry about the past or be anxious about the future Slow down, be patient, be accepting, grateful, forgiving and go easy on yourself use humor to lighten the situation Make a to be list rather than only a to do llst. Make that list now and then revisit it everyday Be mindful, aware, awake and conscious of your breathing for thats the connection to the divine Do things in moderation and with self-discipline/control, balance Respect your body as a temple. Cherish what you have. Practice yoga - Meditate and concentrate calming the mind and body for positive energy, creativity and peace Chant prayers Be charitable - Serve and give selflessly and lovingly Have faith and devotion - Worship the infinite no point accumulating the finite Embrace good values, thoughts, words, feelings ,conduct dispel fear, sorrow, anger, greed, jealousy, lust, boredom, hatred Acquire knowledge and wisdom. Simple living, high thinking. Sacrifice See yourself in all material and non-material and all in yourself Dont objectify or fragment but see the beauty in the whole. Celebrate all things and enjoy all kinds of work small or big Be an observer of yourself a witness to yourself and keep a check on your lower will Do what you dont like doing first Whatever you do do it with purpose, do something meaningful and offer it to the higher will for the satisfaction of a good life
  • 6. WHY BOTHER TO LIVE A GOOD LIFE? No fear of death Heaven on Earth Blissful state Liberation Freedom Mastery Joy Peace Happiness Contentment Fulfilment Harmony Enlightenment The Universe is yours!!