Why is it critical to examine every thought and act appropriately? Bhagawan most lovingly guides and encourages us today.
You should keep out even the smallest bad thought, the moment it seeks to enter your mind. To treat it as small, would mean allowing such things to enter the mind and in due course fill it entirely! Slowly, the entire nature of the individual is changed and the humane essence is undermined. Hence every effort must be made to keep out all bad thoughts and feelings, and promote human qualities as much as possible! Through very small effort great things can be accomplished. A huge serpent can be destroyed by a large number of small ants. Do not consider yourself small. Seek to acquire the strength and determination to carry out your duties. In the world, difficulties crop up from time to time. Jealousy towards one’s betters is quite common. Crows have an animus against cuckoos. Cranes jeer at swans. But neither cuckoo nor swan is worried. World has many such envious beings. Don’t allow yourself to be overwhelmed by such experiences. You have to confront them boldly!
– Divine Discourse, Jun 18, 1989.
