Question: I am reading Bhagavat Gita and trying to follow what it says. Initially it seemed easy but it.....?

[Ravishankar.G]

Question: I am reading Bhagavat Gita and trying to follow what it says. Initially it seemed easy but it is not so anymore. I am losing my concentration. Secondly, I am short tempered and I want to change instantly. But as the change is gradual, I get frustrated at times. Please suggest ways to improve my concentration and the way I think about others.

Sri Sri Muralidhara Swamiji:

The actual essence of Bhagavat Gita is surrender. – Surrender unto the Lord and be a mere instrument in His hands – that is what Bhagavat Gita conveys to us.

The easiest way to surrender is to chant the Mahamantra. Continuously chant the Mahamantra and eventually, you will attain the state of surrender. You will also see that while you chant the Mahamantra, you will slowly get rid of your negative qualities like short temper and your concentration, optimistic attitude and positive mentality will improve.
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Regards & Chant the Maha Mantra:
Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare
Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare
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[Krishna Jaya]

Ravi,

 

I have found in my own relationship with Krishna and the Gita that there is a fine line between having compassion for my shortcomings and the patience that goes along with that (which helps with short-temperedness and frustration) on the one hand, and on the other hand, cultivating a healthy zeal for progress on the path.  I seek the balance between these two elements.  Too much of the former results in an idiot compassion that opens the gates to laziness, while too much of the latter results in disappointment when my expectations exceed the natural, gradual progress that comes with deliberate, steady, and patient practice.

 

I have found, too, that it is difficult to have compassion for others if I don't have compassion for myself.

 

Bright Blessings,

Krishna Jaya