MIND Now
as to the lapses or departures from the right way, as you call them. The mind,
as you know, works in subtle ways -- too subtle for an ordinary man to detect
and then to detect rightly and in time before the mischief is done. It is from
the abundance of heart that all actions, oral as well as physical, proceed. We
have therefore, to be mentally alert about our thought-waves, so as to be able
in time to mark their ebb and flow and then by-pass them by the process of
concentration, forgetting all about the
mind and the mental states, including even the pure mind essence which
gossamer-like envelops the soul...it is the memory of our experiences in the
distant past and in the living present that constantly and irresistably follows
us at our heels and since we have not yet learned to keep aloof and above them the lapses occur
in spite of us. The enumeration process is just the first step to be cognizant
of our doings, which we are likely to overlook in our self-righteous assertiveness. Thoughts
are to be watched which precede actions. It is a slow yet steady process of
gradual improvement for which an all out effort is necessary. A well
disciplined and spiritually regulated life is very much essential. You are not
to look up to the humans or even Satsangis for emulating their qualities. No
one is perfect under the sky, yet perfection is our goal. The more you are
advanced, more of reverential humility will dawn at you and in due course you
will find yourself as a humble tool in the divine hands of the gracious Master
Power. It is the climax and zenith of spiritual attainment. Verbiage
is simply a vehicle of expression when you try to put forth your inner-most
feelings seeking solution for the confusion created by your mind. Each question carries a rational answer in
its bosom. The human intelligence baffles at times at surface but if you
endeavour to delve deep into the inner most recesses of silence of the heart,
you will find ineffable divine bliss gushes forth from the fount of Godhead.
Divinity dawns in deep silence - the seer becomes dumb and mute with
overwhelming divine intoxication and relishes to absorb his little self in Him
- the Light and Sound Principles. I
would advise you not to dwell too much on ratiocination, for it tends to
scatter the mind. This thinking-self continues to be with us for quite a long
time, its range extending from the physical to causal states and until all
these states which constitute the mind zone, are successfully crossed, it does
not drop off. ---- until this point is gained, neither the thought of self will
go nor your actions be purely selfless ---- it is the ego in us that is
assuming to itself the credit of all actions and hence it is the cause of bondage.
Be egoless and you become free from the binding effect of Karma. You
will please appreciate that it is the constant thought of worldly pursuits
which has been the cause of present human birth, and for attaining liberation
from the cycle of birth and death, the very thought pattern is to be revolutionized by replacing it with divine
thoughts. Loving remembrance of the Master and repetition of names serve as
very helpful factors for having the withdrawal of sensory currents from the
body below, when the inner process of contemplation on the divine lights and
eventually the charming Radiant Form of the Master commences. The vision
practice consists of this repetition and looking intently into the middle of
whatever you see within. The light will sprout forth and further way will be up
with the grace of the Master. Mind
is accustomed from ages to hop about and live on things of the outer world. The
more it goes out the more it is scattered and the less peaceful it is. Peace
comes from within and not from without. One must invert within to get it. You
have been given the way for inversion and staying on within to enjoy peace and
bliss in the Higher Planes. Outer life and inner progress go hand in hand. No
spiritual progress can be made without ethical living - great stress is,
therefore, laid on the latter. You need not be frustrated. Everything will come
in due time by the Grace of the Master. Time factor is necessary. Please do not
be impatient, but carry on your job steadfastly and lovingly with faith in the
Master Power. The inner experiences will increase from day to day. Work is
worship. During the day when you are busy in your outer worldly advocation,
please be fully devoted to then, with diligence so that your mind is fully
absorbed in the work you do. Should, however, there be any moments when your
mind is free, those moments should be utilized in repeating the five Holy Names
or sweetly thinking of the Master or listening to the Sound Current, if that
has developed. All this may seem difficult in the beginning, but slowly and
slowly the mind gets into the habit and soon it begins to like and enjoy the
meditations and this sort of truthful and straight life. The outer failings are
to be viewed with a keen eye and the failures are to be removed from day to
day. Thoughts
are more potent than deeds. You can eschew negative thoughts of worldliness and
entertain godly thoughts by cultivating a keen sense of continued loving
remembrance of the Master. You will please appreciate that it is like an armour
with the initiate against the onslaughts of mind and matter when you are
mercilessly exposed to their attacks. It is the inborn ego which distracts the
mind from the receptivity of positive thoughts of goodness. The watch of
thoughts comprises a vigilant attitude of the mind against the several vices
known to you. It is a gradual process of replacement of vices with ennobling
virtues. You
must not feel disheartened and try to regain your inner happiness by doing your
very best and leaving the rest to the gracious Master Power working overhead.
Even the darkest cloud has a silver lining somewhere. He is fully aware of your
distress and awaiting more eagerly to receive you within in faithful
meditations. You are to be on the guard lest your sub-conscious mind is fed
with thoughts of gloom and morbidity. It makes no distinction between
constructive and destructive thought impulses. It works with the material you
feed it with through your thought impulses. The sub-conscious mind will
translate into reality a thought driven by fear just as readily as a thought
driven by courage or faith. Just as electricity will turn the wheels of
industry and render useful service if used constructively or snuff out life if
wrongly used. You are free to a great extent in this respect to be receptive to
the thought impulses of faith, loving devotion, humility and self surrender;
which will in turn bless you with peace and harmony. You must not dwell much on
your confusion but meet every situation with courage. My love and blessings are with you - Mind
has the tendency to roam about since ages past and it resents stillness and
calmness. Yet it is to be chained and attuned with the holy Light and Sound
current. You are right that one or the other excuse is always forthcoming to
evade the sacred process of inversion. A sweet will and sincere efforts are the
basis for successful results. It is a slow but sure process. Persisting efforts
with deep faith and religious
fervor bring peace and harmony. The Simran of charged words at all hours is
beneficial, as the mind is not let loose to entertain negative thoughts, and
eventually helps concentration and inversion. When you are at work, be fully at
work - as work is worship. when you are free, let the mind not be vacant, as a
vacant mind is the home of the devil. Let the mind be either engaged in Simran
with sweet remembrance of the Master or listening to the Sound current if It
has become audible at all times of the day. If you repeat the Names mentally,
with no thought of the eyes or forehead, etc., the knocking feelings will be
eliminated. Please try to learn the technique of complete relaxation with no
tension in the body. The Master Power will unfold the celestial light within. |