I read books; I subscribe to email lists of the enlightened, wise ones; I learn, and I search. But how do I apply those wisdoms to my day to day life, be a better person, and live a better life?
There are many quotes of what we should do to be better, but how do we actually go about doing the right things when we are, at any moment, influenced by so many different conditions, limitations, emotions, conflicts, and so on?
Life, my friend, is not easy, but it's not impossible. It takes a curious and open mind. It takes courage of learning and trying new things, the courage of falling and getting back up, and the determination of not living in our own or our predecessors' shadows... (You are welcome to fill in the blank)
You may be equipped with many tools and tricks, and all you need is to make use of the right tool at the right time to do the right thing for yourself. Making the wise choice, so to speak.
Here is a simple example. Last Monday I worked at home. At the end of my work day, I had a choice of doing the following: watching TV and relax, doing yoga/kriya practice, laundry, or cook dinner. I chose to do kriya, which, for that day, turned out to be the perfect choice. I became more energized, positive and focused for the rest of the day. Previously I would have chosen to watch "restaurant impossible" or something like that.
How can one guarantee to make the right choice every time? That's the challenge, isn't it? But there is a quote I can give you: "Practice makes perfect."
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