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Krishna is an important figure in Hindu 
philosophy. He is not only seen as a divine  

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being but also as a wise teacher and guide. In 
the epic story of the Mahabharata, he serves  

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as the charioteer for Arjuna, a brave warrior. 
Arjuna faces a serious existential crisis on the  

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battlefield of Kurukshetra, where he struggles 
with doubts and confusion about his duty.  

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As he prepares to fight, he feels torn because he 
has to battle against his own family, teachers,  

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and friends. This heavy burden of sorrow and 
compassion makes him question if the war is  

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right and whether he should even fight at all. 
During this difficult time, Krishna steps in to  

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help Arjuna. He is not just a divine figure; he is 
a caring mentor who understands Arjuna’s internal  

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conflict. Krishna realizes that Arjuna’s struggle 
reflects challenges we all experience in life. 

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Through the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, 
he offers advice that goes beyond the battle,  

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touching on key concepts such as duty, action 
without attachment and the importance of devotion. 

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The bhagavad Gita is a 700-verse Hindu text that 
is part of the Indian epic Mahabharata. It tells  

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the story of a deep conversation between Arjuna 
and Krishna just before going into battle. In this  

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conversation, Krishna shares important spiritual 
wisdom and guidance to help Arjuna deal with his  

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inner struggles and confusion about fighting in 
the war. It is important to note that the Bhagavad  

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Gita isn’t promoting actual warfare or physical 
conflict; instead, it uses the battlefield as  

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a metaphor for the inner struggle against the 
ignorance and moral dilemmas we experience. 

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And just like Arjuna, we all deal with conflicts 
and tough decisions. Krishna's wisdom for Arjuna;  

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well it's for all of us and in this 
video, we will discuss how we can use  

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Krishna's wisdom from the Bhagavad 
Gita to become emotionally strong.

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Embrace Your Dharma

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Krishna says "Perform your obligatory Duty, 
Because action is indeed better than inaction".

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In Krishna’s philosophy dharma is the idea of 
duty and living in the right way, in line with  

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the laws of the universe. It's about doing what 
is morally correct, even when it’s difficult. 

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Arjuna, one of the greatest warriors, 
stands on the brink of battle,  

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overwhelmed with grief and doubt. 
He's not just fighting any enemy;  

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he's facing his own family, friends - people he 
loves. As he looks out across the battlefield,  

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he feels utterly heartbroken, unwilling to 
fight, unwilling to kill those closest to him. 

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But then, Krishna steps in, offering a 
life-changing perspective. He reminds  

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Arjuna that his dharma as a warrior is not about 
his personal feelings. It’s about fighting for  

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justice, for righteousness, even in the face 
of unbearable emotional pain. Arjuna’s mind  

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is clouded by his emotions, but Krishna 
urges him to rise above those feelings,  

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to not act from fear or attachment but from 
a deeper sense of purpose. Hence emotional  

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strength is not about ignoring our feelings, but 
about not letting them control us. It’s about  

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doing what’s right, even when it’s hard.
Dharma, as Krishna explains, is different  

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for each of us. It’s tied to our roles, our 
responsibilities in life. For parents, it means  

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nurturing their children, teaching them values, 
and creating a loving, stable home and this isn’t  

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easy. It requires patience, selflessness, and a 
vision for the future. But in doing so, they’re  

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not just shaping the lives of their children; 
they’re contributing to the future of society. 

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For teachers, their dharma is to educate 
and inspire the next generation. They ignite  

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curiosity, foster critical thinking, 
and help build responsible individuals  

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who will carry the world forward. Their work 
is foundational to the betterment of society. 

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And as for soldiers, their dharma is perhaps the 
most intense. It involves protecting the nation,  

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standing on the front lines, often risking 
their lives to safeguard others. Bravery,  

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loyalty, discipline—these are the pillars of 
their duty. They put aside personal fears and  

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desires for the safety and freedom of others.
But whether you're a parent, a teacher,  

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a soldier—or even a farmer, a judge—dharma is 
about one thing: acting in ways that uphold truth,  

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justice, and harmony. It’s a personal compass that 
guides us not just to act in our own interest,  

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but in the interests of the greater good, creating 
balance in the world around us. But here’s the  

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thing. Following dharma isn’t easy. Life throws 
us curve balls—doubt, emotional struggles,  

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difficult decisions. It’s in these moments 
when our commitment to dharma is truly tested. 

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Krishna teaches us that emotional strength 
is critical in staying on this path. Life  

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is full of loss, challenges, tough choices. These 
situations stir up powerful emotions—grief, anger,  

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fear and confusion and these emotions can cloud 
our judgment, stop us from doing what’s right.  

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But Krishna’s message is clear: even in the midst 
of emotional turmoil, we must focus on our duty,  

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on what’s right. While emotions are a 
natural part of life, they are temporary,  

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and we must learn to rise above them and 
stay committed to our duty, our dharma.

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2. Practice Karma Yoga
According to Krishna “You  

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have the right to work but never to its fruits.”
Once you have identified your responsibilities,  

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your dharma, it is important to not be attached to 
the outcome. In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna teaches  

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Arjuna about Karma Yoga, which is the yoga of 
selfless action. Krishna teaches us that while  

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it's important to fulfill your responsibilities, 
you shouldn't get caught up in what you’ll gain  

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from it. Don’t let the outcome control your 
actions. Instead, focus on the work itself. When  

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we work with this selfless mindset, we stay calm, 
steady, and unaffected by success or failure. 

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In Hindu philosophy, karma is the idea that 
every action, thought, and intention sends  

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out energy that eventually returns to us. It’s 
the force that keeps us in the cycle of samsara,  

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the endless loop of birth, death, and rebirth. 
Each time we act with selfish motives,  

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we generate karma, binding us to this cycle. 
The more we desire, the more we act to satisfy  

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those desires, and this keeps us trapped 
in the same patterns, over and over again. 

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Imagine this: you’re working hard, striving 
for promotions and raises. At first,  

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it might seem like a laudable goal, but when it 
becomes an obsession, stress builds, and you're  

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never satisfied. You want more and more, and with 
each achievement, a new desire takes its place.  

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This is how karma works—it keeps us entangled, 
always chasing, always striving, but never truly  

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at peace. But here’s the beautiful part of Karma 
Yoga. When you perform actions selflessly—without  

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being attached to the outcome—you can break free 
from this cycle. If your actions aren’t driven  

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by personal gain, they don’t generate karma 
that binds you. Think about that for a second. 

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When you let go of the ego, when you’re 
not working just to satisfy your desires,  

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your actions become lighter, more meaningful, and 
most importantly—free from attachment. Now let’s  

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examine the opposing example; the person who works 
with integrity and dedication, but doesn’t obsess  

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over promotions or rewards. They find satisfaction 
in the work itself. That’s the essence of Karma  

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Yoga—acting in line with your dharma, dedicating 
the results of your work to a higher purpose,  

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and in doing so, purifying the mind and heart.
This process of purification reduces the  

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accumulation of karma, and ultimately, helps 
us dissolve past karmic debts. And where does  

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this lead? It leads to moksha - liberation. 
Freedom from the cycle of birth and rebirth.  

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A state where the soul is no longer bound 
by karma and can unite with the divine. 

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But let’s bring this back down to the practical 
level. How can we apply Karma Yoga in our everyday  

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lives? It starts with adopting a selfless 
attitude in whatever we do. Whether you’re  

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a student, a professional, a parent, or 
a chef—give your duties full dedication,  

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integrity, and a sense of service. The 
key here is detachment from the outcome.

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Let's say you’re a student. You study hard for 
an exam, but you don’t let anxiety about the  

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grade dominate your thoughts. Instead you 
focus on the learning itself, the process,  

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and let go of the result. That’s Karma Yoga. 
You stay calm whether you succeed or fail,  

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whether you get praise or criticism. 
This keeps you grounded and helps avoid  

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the emotional rollercoaster that 
often comes with chasing results.

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Another key aspect of Karma Yoga is being fully 
present in whatever task you’re performing. When  

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you give your full attention to the moment, your 
actions become more meaningful. For example,  

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a chef carefully preparing a meal, whether it’s 
for a restaurant full of customers or just for  

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their family at home, finds joy in the act 
of cooking itself. They aren’t focused on  

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the praise they might receive but on 
the art of the task at hand. That’s  

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the power of Karma Yoga in daily life.
When we perform our duties selflessly,  

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without attachment, we build emotional resilience. 
We stay steady through life’s ups and downs,  

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and we come to see our actions as contributions 
to something greater—not just means to personal  

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gain. Remember—life’s greatest rewards 
often come not from what we achieve,  

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but from how we approach each moment 
with purpose, presence, and selflessness.

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3. Practice Vairagya
Krishna once said to  

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Arjuna “O mighty-armed son of Kunti, what 
you say is correct; the mind is indeed very  

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difficult to restrain. But by practice 
and detachment, it can be controlled.” 

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Vairagya is about learning how to release the grip 
that worldly pleasures and material possessions  

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can have on us. While Karma Yoga focuses on 
selfless action, Vairagya emphasizes emotional  

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detachment from material desires. Now, here’s the 
important part: Vairagya doesn’t mean withdrawing  

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from the world or giving up everything you 
love. It’s about engaging fully in life  

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while staying emotionally balanced. Krishna 
explains that while the mind can be restless  

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and easily swayed by desires, we can train it 
through consistent practice and detachment.

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Let’s look at it through the lens of Maya, 
which in the Hindu philosophy refers to  

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the illusions that cloud our perception of 
reality. Think of Maya as the fog that makes  

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us believe that things like wealth, status, 
or relationships are the key to happiness.  

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But these are all temporary. For example, you 
might feel proud of your new car, but over time,  

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it will age, get scratches, and eventually need 
replacement. If your happiness depends on it,  

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you’ll feel disappointed when it no longer serves 
you as it once did. This is Maya at work, making  

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us attach our worth and joy to things that don’t 
last. Practicing Vairagya helps us break free from  

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this illusion. It’s about learning to let go of 
the emotional weight we attach to material things  

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and experiences, and instead connect to something 
deeper—an unchanging spiritual reality. Hindu  

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philosophy explains this as a journey in stages.
The first stage, Yatamana, is where we start to  

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realize the temporary nature of worldly things. 
We might simplify our lives, give up unnecessary  

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luxuries, or focus on finding peace within.
Next is Vyatireka, where we begin to  

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clearly see what truly matters. At this stage, we 
can distinguish between what’s real and lasting,  

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and what’s fleeting and distracting. 
We prioritize spiritual growth and  

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relationships that enrich our lives.
Then, there’s Ekendriya, where our  

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focus sharpens. We dedicate time to meditation, 
prayer, or self-study, staying committed to our  

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spiritual goals despite the busyness of life.
Finally, we reach Vashikara, the highest form  

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of detachment. At this stage, we have 
complete control over our senses and  

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desires. We’re no longer swayed by external 
circumstances—joy and sorrow pass through us,  

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but we remain balanced and centered.
Now, let’s make this practical. Vairagya  

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isn’t about giving up all your things and walking 
away from the world. It’s about living without  

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letting your happiness hinge on external outcomes. 
Ofcourse, you can enjoy your work, friendships,  

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and possessions, but understand that your 
inner peace doesn’t depend on them. Whether  

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life goes your way or not, you stay grounded.
You can start by focusing on the present moment,  

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doing your best in whatever task is at hand, 
without worrying too much about where it will  

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all lead. Reflect regularly—meditate or 
journal—this helps you recognize when  

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you’re getting too attached to something so you 
can realign with your inner self. In the end,  

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Vairagya is about engaging with life fully—without 
stressing over what we can’t control. This way,  

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we can remain calm, strong, and happy, 
no matter what challenges life brings.

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4. Understand Your True Self
In the words of Krishna “The  

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soul is neither born, and nor does it die; 
it is eternal and beyond the physical body.” 

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In the Bhagavad Gita, the concept of Atman 
is profoundly significant in enhancing our  

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emotional strength. Atman refers to the 
true self or soul that exists within each  

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individual. This idea is crucial to the 
teachings of Krishna, who guides Arjuna,  

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as understanding Atman allows us to recognize 
our true nature, which can lead us to spiritual  

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freedom. One key aspect of Atman is that it is 
eternal and unchanging. While our physical bodies  

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experience constant changes—growing, aging, 
and eventually dying—Atman remains constant,  

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much like a movie scene that continues 
to play even as the background shifts. 

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One vital aspect of Atman is its 
indestructibility. Krishna emphasizes  

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that our soul cannot be destroyed. He asserts 
that weapons cannot cut it, fire cannot burn it,  

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water cannot wet it, and wind cannot dry it. This 
metaphor signifies that our true self is beyond  

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any form of harm. For instance, consider a 
balloon that floats in the sky. While the  

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balloon may eventually burst, the air within 
it continues to exist. Realizing that Atman,  

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our soul is indestructible fosters a sense 
of security and reduces our anxiety regarding  

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the challenges and changes we face in life.
Atman helps us rise above the opposites in life,  

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like pleasure and pain, success and failure, or 
joy and sorrow. These opposites, or dualities,  

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are a natural part of life. For example, we all 
experience moments of happiness and sadness,  

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victories and defeats. When we understand and 
connect with our Atman, we realize that our  

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true self is not affected by these ups and downs 
and with this understanding helps us stay calm  

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and balanced no matter what happens around us. 
Think of it like being a sturdy tree in a storm.  

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The wind may blow hard, and the rain may pour 
down, but the tree stands firm and doesn’t get  

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uprooted. Similarly, when we identify with our 
Atman, we become emotionally strong and steady. 

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This calm and balanced state is called 
equanimity and what that means is that  

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we don’t get overly excited during good times or 
too upset during bad times. We maintain a steady  

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mind and heart. This doesn’t mean we don’t feel 
emotions, but rather that we are not controlled  

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by them. We can enjoy happiness without becoming 
too attached to it, and we can face difficulties  

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without being overwhelmed by them.
When we connect with our Atman,  

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we become more self-aware and mindful. 
Self-awareness means knowing what we are  

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thinking and feeling at any moment, whereas 
Mindfulness means paying attention to the  

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present moment without judging it. Combined, 
these practices help us understand ourselves  

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better and make clear and thoughtful decisions 
instead of just reacting without thinking. 

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Imagine you feel angry about something, but 
instead of immediately yelling or acting out,  

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mindfulness helps you notice that you are 
angry and understand why you feel that way.  

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From there you can choose how to respond calmly 
and wisely. This way, you handle the situation  

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better and don’t end up making things worse.
Krishna teaches that being ignorant of our Atman  

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—not knowing our true self— is a big cause of our 
suffering. It's like getting lost in a big city;  

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you feel confused and frustrated because you don’t 
know where you are or where to go. Similarly,  

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not knowing who we really are makes us feel lost 
and unhappy. But once we learn about our Atman,  

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we find clarity and joy. This bliss has always 
been inside us, just waiting to be discovered. 

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To truly understand and realize the Atman, 
practicing Jnana Yoga is essential. According  

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to Krishna Jnana yoga is the knowledge of 
understanding the difference between the atman,  

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our eternal soul, our true self and 
the temporary material world. This  

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discernment helps us see beyond the surface 
and recognize the deeper truths of existence.

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Jnana Yoga involves three key practices: Shravana 
which means listening, Manana which means  

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reflecting, and Nididhyasana which means deep 
meditation. By listening to spiritual teachings,  

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reflecting on their meanings, and meditating 
on these truths, we can develop a clear mind.  

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This clarity allows us to distinguish between 
what is real and lasting and what is temporary  

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and illusory. Practically speaking, Jnana Yoga 
encourages continuous learning, whether through  

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scripture, philosophy, or wise mentors. Critical 
thinking is vital for questioning assumptions  

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and making informed decisions, free from the 
influence of fleeting emotions or external  

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pressures. Reflecting on past experiences also 
helps us grow wiser and avoid repeating mistakes.

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Through Jnana Yoga, we come to understand the 
nature of our true self, and learn to tell the  

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difference between what is real and what is 
temporary. By recognizing that our true self,  

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or soul, is eternal and not affected by these 
temporary changes, we become less attached to  

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these fleeting experiences. This lack of 
attachment reduces anxiety and emotional  

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distress, making us emotionally stronger and 
more resilient in the face of challenges.

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5. Surrender to the divine
In our final quote from Krishna for this video, he  

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says; “Engage your mind always in thinking of Me, 
offer obeisances and worship Me. Being completely  

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absorbed in Me, surely you will come to Me."
Krishna teaches Arjuna about Bhakti Yoga, which  

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is crucial for both spiritual growth and emotional 
strength. So, what is Bhakti Yoga? At its core,  

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it’s about dedicating our thoughts, actions, 
and feelings to a higher power—be it a God  

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or a personal deity we feel deeply connected to. 
For Arjuna, that higher power is Krishna himself. 

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One remarkable aspect of Bhakti Yoga is how 
it helps us rise above our ego. The ego often  

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makes us focus on our own importance and 
desires, leading to stress and conflict.  

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When we’re fixated on our problems, we feel 
isolated and dissatisfied, and even more so  

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when things don’t go our way. However, turning our 
attention to the divine helps us break free from  

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these self-centered thoughts and connect with 
a greater reality. By focusing on the divine,  

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we start to see ourselves as part of a bigger 
picture, realizing our personal worries are  

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just small parts of life’s vast puzzle.
Practices like prayer and meditation shift  

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our focus from individual concerns to a higher 
purpose. This shift is like adjusting a camera  

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lens for a clearer, wider view of the world.
As we adopt this broader perspective,  

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we understand that chasing material possessions, 
status, or fleeting pleasures only brings  

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temporary happiness. Recognizing this truth 
encourages us to let go of the need to control  

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every aspect of our lives. Surrendering 
control means trusting in a greater plan,  

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even if it’s not immediately clear. This act 
of surrender, called devotion, lightens our  

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burdens and eases self-imposed pressure.
This acceptance allows us to face life’s  

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challenges with grace. It doesn’t 
mean we stop trying to improve,  

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but we acknowledge that challenges are part of our 
journey. Feeling connected to the divine is like  

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having a wise mentor guiding us through life’s 
ups and downs, reassuring us that we’re not alone. 

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By turning our focus toward the divine, 
we discover a deeper joy that doesn’t fade  

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away. This joy comes from feeling connected 
to something bigger, like family, community,  

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or the universe. It’s like being part of 
a beautiful tapestry, where each thread  

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matters. This connection gives our lives meaning 
and helps us stay hopeful during tough times. 

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Practicing Bhakti Yoga in daily life involves 
regular acts of devotion, such as chanting  

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divine names, praying, meditating, and performing 
rituals. These activities keep our minds focused  

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on the divine and add a sense of sacredness to 
our routines and as we nurture this relationship,  

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we’ll notice significant changes within 
ourselves. Our emotional landscape stabilizes,  

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and over time, our hearts fill with love 
and peace. This consistent devotion builds  

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emotional resilience, helping us stay 
grounded amidst all life’s challenges. 

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