This Message is for those who are living a wayward life by neglecting responsibility and respect for others. The wayward mind wanders, but it is possible to be in charge with steady discipline and persisting in sacrifice and service.
If you surrender to God whole heartedly and firmly believe that He will look after you in all respects, be assured that He will take charge of everything in your life, including transforming you from a weakling into a hero. All your thoughts and good intentions must be undertaken with sincere devotion, righteousness and steadfast faith.
Do not be too quick to judge or interpret. Never think any person, place or thing is against you. Take everything that happens, happens for a reason, and is a blessing. Just be quiet and be watchful, and you will realise how everything works out beautifully.
We all deserve to be respected for who we are. Many of us are told we should live in a particular way, have clear skills, likes and dislikes … sometimes based on certain caste or creed, or to be tough and aggressive and not to display emotions. This pressure can become harmful.
Instead, you can make sure you are there for your family or friends. Know when to correct disrespectful attitudes from them. You can change your life and your personal responsibility, if you stop to think on what went wrong in a quarrel. Did you make excuses or blame someone else? What you should have done was take a good look of the incident that caused disrespect, and ask yourself, “What could I have done differently?”
That’s what personal responsibility is all about. It’s about owning your actions and their consequences. You have the power to shape your life.
Taking responsibility isn’t always easy, because you have to acknowledge your mistake, even if that means admitting you were wrong. But it’s always worthwhile. When you take responsibility, you can control your own life and avert unpleasantness.
May all beings stay calm and peaceful in all situations.
Ursula Aruma
IFN Member
Sri Sathya Sai Organisation
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