This morning when I was doing my Meditation and Arati, I was thinking how different things are from last year at this time. That instead of being in a community of yogi's its just me.....and I miss it, but it's okay it's only temporary and how fast things can change, next year at this time can be a totally different story.
So during my little satsang I was reading from "Sivananda Daily Readings" and realised that it's really important to read a message daily..that sometimes we don't have so much time in our day to do our practice. Last year I would put in about 3-4hrs of spiritual practice daily, but now I don't have that luxury, but just reading a message helps, and it doesn't take that much time. And it can be anything for you, choosing one that best meets your interests and your desires but making sure it's something positive, encouraging and uplifting..
Anyways I will share with you an exert from what I read this morning..
OBSERVE SILENCE
Use measured words in talking. Do not talk much. Try to finish a conversation within a few minutes. Do not indulge in long unnecessary talks and discussions. Man is a social animal. He is prone to much talking. This talkative habit is ingrained in him and he is much troubled when he cannot get any company. The observance of mauna(silence) is death and punishment for him.
I always prescribe the practice of mauna for one and all, as this helps in the preservation of energy, development of will and enjoyment of peace. All sorts of quarrels. misunderstandings, anger, etc..., can be easily avoided by mauna for two hours daily.
Even during other periods talk very few words. When you speak, speak gently and sweetly.
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