Date Sent: December 08, 2012
It is our 'ego', 'attachment' and 'ownership' that is the cause of our miseries (bondage). These 3 never let us experience real happiness even for a single moment. We are consistently feeding these 3 vultures which in turn fly away with our peace and happiness. There is no power in the world that can hurt us if we can get rid these 3.
Attaining God is not about gaining something, it is about losing what you are carrying (trash bag of bondage). Try to reduce the stuff in that trash bag one thing at a time; you will experience the bliss, one moment at a time.
-------------------- Read the story by OM Swami
Why do You Sleep?
A normal human being spends an average of one third of his life sleeping. Most people find it a relaxing activity, they look peaceful while sleeping. If all is well in your body, you are sure to feel rested and rejuvenated when you get up. Ever wonder why? Let me share a little story with you:
A Sufi saint barged into a royal gathering and occupied a seat in the foremost row, closest to the king. The security chief approached him promptly.
"I'm sorry but this area is reserved for the elite," he said, "May I ask if you are a VIP?"
"I'm higher than that."
"Oh, are you a VVIP then?"
"No. Higher than that."
"You don't look like a royal minister, are you—"
"What's a royal minister in front of me?" the saint interjected, "I'm higher than that."
"So are you a relative of the king?"
"Way higher than that."
The chief mocked, "Oh! I'm sorry your highness, you must be the king himself."
"Higher than him."
"That's utter nonsense, nobody is higher than the king."
"Exactly. I'm nobody!" exclaimed the saint.
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