Happy in All Circumstances

This material world always presents us with all kinds of experiences. Some are pleasant. Some are mediocre. And some some are just down right horrible. The wonderful thing about Krishna consciousness is that you can be happy in all circumstances, no matter what. To achieve this state of transcendental consciousness one has to always think, speak, and act in a way that is fully pleasing to the Lord. By practicing this art one will learn to appreciate everything one experiences as the special mercy of Lord Sri Krishna and thus never be disturbed in any situation.

Answers According to the Vedic Version

Question: Can Our Relationship with Krishna Be Changed?...

Does the devotional relationship each living entity has with Krishna ever change - e.g. can the living entity change from loving and serving him as a mother to that of a friend or conjugal lover?

Is there any degree of difference in the sound omkara and the Hare Krishna Mahamantra?

Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna, Hare Hare
Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare

If no, then why is it advised by Lord Caitanya to chant the Mahamantra rather than the syllable om?

Thank you for your kindness,

sincerely

your student

Rebecca

Answer: Yes, There is Full Freedom in the Spiritual World...

Because there is full freedom in the spiritual world, if one chooses to change his relationship with Krishna, he is free to do so. This is confirmed by my spiritual master, His Divine Grace Srila Prabhupada.

One who is not able to chant the personal name of God, may chant Om instead and still receive transcendental benefit. However, the personal name of God is more effective for attracting His mercy, just like the difference between someone addressing you, "Hey, you" or someone addressing you "Rebecca." You will naturally be more favorably inclined towards someone who addresses you in a more personal way.

Sankarshan Das Adhikari

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