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It is wise to utilize the present time optimally by using all
the above strengths that we possess.

We have two important things on our priority list :

(1) Eliminate our vices
(2) Develop virtues and exercise good deeds.

Remebering the above lines “Ghora Muhutta Abalam Sariram”
do not delay the above two priorities. If vices are worth
eliminating then why wait for tomorrow. Similarly if it is
possible to perform good deeds and activate good qualities
today, then why postpone them ?

There is a well-known saying in Hindi :
Which means “Do today what you wished to do tomorrow do
now what you wished to do today.” Before sleeping at night
you can sit back and reflect that “From tomorrow onwards,
I will refrain from these specific sins or activities, I will
utilize this specific time, money and energy in penance, Lord’s
devotion, service of saints, charity etc. Also sometimes when
you rise early you can sit and organize your priority list. You
can resolve to become sthitapragya and calm at all times. You
should also decide to stick to your resolutions.

Coming back to our point sthitapragyata is of utmost
importance to live a steady and noble life.

Rama’s sthitapragyata :
Rama observed that according to Kaikeyi’s desire, his father
gave the kingdom to Bharat. But Bharat was not ready to
take the kingdom in presence of Rama. In such circumstances,
Dashrath’s word to Kaikeyi would prove to be futile. Hence,
ignoring his own comforts Rama decided to accept forest
exile which would force Bharat to rule the state. Thus Rama
asked for forest exile and left the luxurious palatial life. In
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