Finding our Inner Self - A Step by Step Guide
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This article is purely my perception, feel free to comment and alter the below points as you thing would best fit your life. So, let's get started....
Every time I step into a holy place, not all but 10% of place feel like some positive power that awakens within me. The chanting, the silence, the fragrance of incense - they don’t merely calm me, they question me.
Who am I? Why am I here? What is the purpose of my existence in this vast world?
It is in these moments of reflection that I realise life cannot simply be about being born, working, eating, and dying like millions before me and currently. There must be something greater, a reason why the universe chose me to exist here at my current landmark.
For me, that question directly connects to my dream: How do I build and contribute to a business that not only thrives, but excels on a global stage?
Hindu philosophy calls this search dharma, and here started my journey to listen and read to Bhagwat Gita. Rama, Krishna, Arjuna — each had their dharma, and when they aligned their actions with it, their names became immortal.
So how do we, as modern seekers, apply this timeless wisdom to our own journeys in business, career, and life? The answer lies in what I call the Modern Arjuna Playbook
1. Discovering Our Dharma
Arjuna, standing on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, was paralysed with doubt. Should I fight? Is this truly my path? Krishna’s response was unequivocal: “Our dharma as a warrior is to fight.”
People face a similar challenge: discovering their dharma in business.
Ask ourself:
What problem do I feel deeply called to solve?
Which skills feel natural to me, as though gifted at birth?
If money were no concern, what mission would I pursue?
Our dharma is not merely what we enjoy; it is the intersection of our passion and the world’s need.
2. Karma Yoga: Relentless Action
Hanuman never acted for himself. His devotion to Rama made every action selfless — yet his name endures through time.
This is the principle of Karma Yoga: act with discipline and service, without attachment to immediate outcomes.
For People, this translates to:
Work daily on our craft, regardless of external recognition.
Build consistency — success is the accumulation of small, focused actions.
Measure progress not only in revenue, but in value created for others.
When we focus is on action rather than reward, excellence follows naturally.
3. Tapas: The Fire of Discipline
The sages of ancient India practiced tapas — intense penance that even gods respected. Tapas purifies by burning away distractions and strengthening resolve.
In business, tapas is discipline.
Begin our day in silence, before the world demands our attention.
Eliminate one distraction every month — whether endless scrolling, gossip, or procrastination.
Build rituals, not just habits: meditation, journaling, deep work, physical training.
Sacrifice is the fuel of transformation. What we give up today becomes the strength we carry tomorrow.
4. Satsang: Choosing Our Army
Ravana was a brilliant scholar, but arrogance and poor counsel led to his downfall.
Arjuna, by contrast, did not fight alone. With Krishna as his charioteer, the Pandavas as brothers, and loyal allies beside him, his victory became possible.
In modern terms, our satsang — our company — defines our trajectory.
Surround ourself with those who dream bigger than us.
Seek mentors who have already walked the path we aspire to.
Build an inner circle that challenges us with accountability, not comfort.
Our “army” determines whether we win our Kurukshetra — or fall like Ravana.
5. Yashas & Kirti: Building a Legacy
Bhishma once declared, “A man does not live by breath alone, but by the glory of his deeds.”
This is yashas (fame) and kirti (glory) — not shallow popularity, but lasting impact.
For entrepreneurs, legacy is built not through profit alone, but through meaningful creation.
Build solutions that scale and address real needs.
Create works products, books, movements that endure beyond our lifetime.
Shift from being a success seeker to becoming an impact creator.
Ask daily: Will this decision make my name remembered a century from now?
6. Moksha: Balance in Greatness
King Janaka ruled a kingdom, yet remained spiritually detached, attaining moksha even in worldly power.
Success without balance leads to burnout and ego. True greatness is reaching the summit without being consumed by it.
Do not let achievements define our worth.
Give back mentor, teach, and uplift others.
Balance the material (growth, innovation) with the spiritual (peace, purpose).
This way, our life becomes not just a narrative of achievement, but a story of liberation.
Daily Warrior Routine (Modern Arjuna Discipline)
Morning: 15 minutes of silence or meditation - set intentions.
Day: Focus on three non-negotiable tasks aligned with our dharma.
Evening: Reflect on 3 wins, 1 lesson, and 1 gratitude.
Weekly: Study one verse from the Bhagavad Gita or Mahabharata and apply it practically.
Monthly: Eliminate one weakness, add one new strength.
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