You Are Not Your Mind; You Are the Master of It
By: ISKCON Devotee
Jun 16, 2026
Have you ever felt trapped by your own negative thoughts, overthinking every little detail? The Gita acknowledges that controlling the mind is incredibly difficult—likening it to trying to catch the wind.\r\n\r\nHowever, Krishna provides the solution: steady practice (abhyasa) and detachment (vairagya).\r\nBy visiting the temple, participating in Sankirtan, and reading spiritual philosophy, you begin to observe your thoughts rather than being controlled by them. You learn to treat your mind as a tool, turning it into your greatest friend rather than your worst enemy.
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