Wednesday, March 14, 2007

Identity and Feelings

What we feel in a situation is closely related to our identity.
When events don't follow the pattern expected by us, it is not natural to feel angry.
What we feel in such situations depends on our identity. A person with a warrior identity will most likely feel angry. If he has the resources to do something about it, he will employ them to bring about a change in the circumstances. In most cases his actions would be violent.If on the other hand he is helpless or feels helpless, then the anger would turn inwards causing bitterness.

A person who has a bramhin identity (seeker after truth) would in the same situation feel sad and would look for ways to educate people. His actions would be peaceful.
An enlightened person, a yogi or gyani would in all situations feel compassionate and would attempt to heal the situation.
Ganoba in love

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