Hell has three gates: lust, anger, and greed. – The Bhagavad Gita
We create it:
All these three negativities skew our thoughts. All 3 are a result of our thoughts. We create the train of thoughts that leads us in any negative direction. The opposite is also true.
Anything that rattles our minds, throws us off kilter is counter-productive. There’s actually a 4th gate to hell and it’s called Fear!
Seek equanimity:
Equanimity is what we should seek. With a steady, still and reflective mind we’re better equipped to live fully. I suggest 2 techniques in that pursuit:
- Free Journaling: Spend 10 minutes daily journaling your thoughts. You just type or write away without judging what comes out. You just throw out any thoughts, emotions, feelings, plans or ideas, put it down on paper or online. Do this daily. It will help you clarify your mind and help it calm down. You’ll garner many creative ideas as well.
- Stillness Practice: Practice what will work for you. Just sit and be. Learn to be still, peaceful and calm, look here.
Recommendation: The Essential Laws of Fearless Living by Guy Finley