Conquering Anger

Our first program in Sliven, although sparsely attended, was very much appreciated by those who did attend. A very sincere lady inquired about how to conquer over anger. I explained to her that anger is the result of wanting things for ourselves. As long as we base our happiness on getting the things that we want we are sure and certain to face frustration and anger when we do not get what we want. But if instead of being "me centered" we become God centered, then we no longer become frustrated and angry. All we have to do is always try to please the Lord by our every thought, word, and deed in all times, places, and circumstances. Then our minds automatically become peaceful and happy. No matter what happens we can always act for the Lord's pleasure. It does not matter whether we face gain or loss, victory or defeat. We can always think, speak, and act for the pleasure of the Supreme Personality of Godhead in all situations. This is the secret of how to never be overcome by anger.

Sankarshan Das Adhikari

First Program in SlivenFirst Program in Sliven

Answers According to the Vedic Version:

Question: The Mood When Chanting

Dear teacher:

Please accept my most humble obeisances.

On one hand we are advised to chant in a prayerful mood, which is like we are hanging on the cliff calling help by vibrating Krishna's holy names, we are begging Krishna's mercy to save us. On the other hand we should chant for Krishna's pleasure, not for our salvation or pleasure. The two seems contradictory together, what mood should we take when chanting?

Your most humble servant,

Yechen Zhang

Answer: The Lord is Pleased by Your Cry

There is no contradiction. It gives great pleasure to the Lord when we cry out to Him to save us from this material existence by engaging us in His pure devotional service.

Whenever something seems contradictory the way to analyze it is to take both points to be true and try to understand how both of them can be simultaneously be true. In other words, instead of being in a doubtful mood be in a faithful mood. In this way you will easily and quickly advance in transcendental understanding. And of course, whenever you are not able to make sense of something you are most welcome to inquire from me.

Sankarshan Das Adhikari

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