14th April 2024
Responsibilities are commitments that we consciously choose to take on in order to progress. When actions are forced upon us, they become a burden.
Daily responsibilities can be categorized into two types. The first type is family responsibilities that we have committed to fulfill due to our ongoing relationships with people close to us. The second type is related to personal beliefs that are important for the spiritual development of our soul.
Social commitments are occasional and are necessary to maintain cordial relationships within society. However, actions that are done solely for personal gratification are not considered responsibilities or duties, but are instead optional.
A wise person recognizes that the Self is only a constant and inactive witness during all activities of the body, mind, and ego. When someone sits quietly to practice meditation, avoiding all bodily activities, they are aware of the presence of the active ego.
In essence, there is inaction of the Self at all times, and action of the ego, even in the seat of meditation when it is practiced without abiding in the Self.
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