When all odds are against you..
It is said that the present day age is that of Kali yuga - the fourth of the chathur yugas as Hindu scriptures.
Kali is the time when the decline will occur, although slowly.
At the end of Dwapara yuga, King Parikshit( grandson of Arjuna) had requested Kali not to wreak havoc in all parts and Kali had agreed and told him that only where the four vices were present; kali effect would be felt.
The four factors which attract Kali are
- alcohol
- gold
- women (prostitution)
- gambling
Stories from Hindu Mythology for reading stories from Hindu mythology if you are interested
The above is a simple symbolic statement that one should not succumb to vices.
Earning money is never easy. Even is a person gamble and earns, he will be eventually attracted to gambling and become addicted to it and finally lose all.
The unending desire for gold, wealth and material possessions can never confer true happiness. Money is necessary but it should not make a person so selfish and greedy that he/she forgets kindness.
Addiction to alcohol and other substance wreaks havoc on the body. The body is just like a machine which needs to be in shape. Why not get 'high' by doing good to others or by indulging in creative hobbies?
The increasing number of crimes against women can be traced to factors like mental health issues. People are after momentary happiness and therefore resort to physical happiness and think that the 'flesh' is indeed what gives true joy. Sad to note that even small children are not spared. Child abuse is a crime but the authorities are not taking enough action against such criminals.
Things which we can do to mitigate the effects of Kali
- adopt a healthy diet
- consume organic foods
- work hard
- develop a hobby
- volunteer and help others
- be inspired by great people
- read success stories
- consume a Sathwik diet at least once a week
- interact with others
- give up vices and seek help
- practice yoga
- be disciplined and work hard
Be an inspiration to all
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@sayee : I always found that the mythology has more than what we give credit to it. It is full of answers but the problem is we don't know the questions :-).
very true. So called hindus and it includes me dont even bother to read the spiritual text books
Whatever I have learned so is what my father and mother taught me. And some contribution is from Ramanand Sagar :-).
I had been trying to read the 3 holy text for ages. (Bhagwad Gita, Quran, and Bible) but so far I haven't touched any of it yet.
I made it my new year resolution but still no concrete steps... or baby steps for that matter feeling ashamed of being one of the Hindu that you mentioned in your comment.
I too will start reading
I will not see them as Mythology. We who see so many facts in that, see that as histories and not myths.
I respectfully disagree, For me, they are a beautiful well-written Story. Story with great philosophy and idea behind it. Every story that I heard has a meaning. Every event has a consequence and everything is connected.
Plus the descriptions of character and their feats or events are just mind-blowing, let is be evil deeds of Mahisasura or many miracles by Lord Krishna.
Well said. It is none other than a well crafted myth. No rational human can relate it with history.
I understand that it is not something very easy to agree with, @inuke. I have done enough research by myself and that is the reason why I find them to be histories and not myths. This is just my own perspective and never expect or force anyone else to understand that. There are several parts where some of them are mere stories and some of them are histories. 😀 Cheers!!
you are right
Very inspiring post @sayee. I have read about this. You have always been an inspiration to so many people here in steemit.
thank you so much. The same with you. you are indeed a very good man unlike so many of this age
Thanks @sayee 😀
Great tips given in the post
Thank you dear
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Thanks. As time goes on I find more interesting stories from the ancient texts.
thank you. It is interesting
Adopting good behavior and healthy lifestyle can save us against the bad effect of our modern polluted world.
indeed very true
perfect post
I find it very interesting topic. Well described
thank you dear
haha, thanks