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My Dear Ones,
Today I want to focus
your attention on the need for spiritual discipline on the path of spiritual growth.
If you are serious about your spiritual growth then you need to have some sort
of discipline in your life that works for you. As you begin the spiritual path
you will notice that there are so some many distractions that tend to pull your
attention away. If you are not strong enough you can easily be influenced to fall
back into old patterns of behaviour that lead you away from your true Self. As
I always say, bondage is misery and freedom is joy. The spiritual path is the
way to freedom and the selfish pursuit of worldly pleasure and power leads ultimately
to only pain and misery. One can only really enjoy the material world if centred
in the spirit. Contemplate this. So pursue the spirit that you may really
enjoy this human experience. Be disciplined in your ways as you follow your path
to the spirit. Discipline brings many wonderful gifts on the journey. It may be
tough at first but ultimately it brings joy and freedom. Strive to keep positive
and spiritual thoughts in the mind, be well intentioned in your speech and let
your actions be for your own uplift and that of the world around you. Keep good
company. Take care of your body as it is your precious vehicle on the journey.
Use your time well. Train your mind with prayer and meditation remembering that
your mind is your best friend and worst enemy. All these things I have said
to you before but I cannot help reminding you as they are so vitally important
on the journey. Bear with me as I know how important this advice is. In
loving service,
Vasudeva
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