Yet, ‘Peace of Mind’ is the Real Wealth
Can you create
enough wealth to lead your entire life comfortably?
This is a
complex question because there is no end to human desires. There is no limit to
wealth and its manifestations. The more you earn, the more you want. And once
you get involved in creating wealth, you are forever driven by hard work,
fatigue, apprehension, competition and ecstasy.
Ultimately, you
reach a state, where the anxiety and competition no longer play a role. It is
the place where you realize, all you need in the world is the absolute peace of
mind! Freedom from financial tension is
the ability to lead a dignified life forever and knowing that you’d be able to
lead the rest of your life happily.
But the question
is, can you have it all- enough wealth, peace of mind and future security?
The Complex Relation between Wealth & Peace
A man would
become wealthy by working day & night, but he won’t be able to spend time
with his friends and family. Naturally, he will remain disturbed and tense. The
man will have money and status, but he won’t have time for his loved ones,
friends and even for prayers because he is preoccupied with the drive to earn
wealth.
On the other
hand, imagine a man who is doing a simple job and he spends his evenings and
weekends with family, offers prayers daily and practises yoga & meditation
as well. He has the peace of mind, but he lacks enough wealth to lead a
luxurious life.
In spite of
that, he is happy and content, and seems to be leading a contented life.
So, understand
that money is a valuable asset that determines a man's success in life, yet it
cannot guarantee the peace of mind. At the same time, it can be said that you
can attain happiness and satisfaction while leading a humble life as well.
But Wealth & Peace are Not Antagonistic
What is peace of
mind? Does it mean a Yogi sitting in a state of meditation trying to attain the
absolute calm? The answer is No.
You can be
involved in earning wealth while still enjoying a peaceful and happy life. This
is because being at peace is a state of mind and anyone can find himself or
herself at such a blissful state irrespective of his or her financial or
professional status.
A sense of
peace, therefore largely depends on your inner balance- if you are comfortable
in your mental state and situation, then you will be at peace with yourself.
Everything depends on the mind.
Further, if you
are content with the materials you own, your mind can feel a state of
tranquillity but if you are too greedy, you would mindlessly run after
materialistic desires and end up constantly worrying about accumulating more
and more wealth.
And this is the
beginning of restlessness. In such a situation, you may lose your sleep and
forget relationships as well. It will make the attainment of peace difficult.
So, what is
important is a balance between your materialistic desires and a sense of
satisfaction. You must know how to feel contented and peaceful with what you
have and the way to achieve more without sacrificing the peace of mind.
Create Wealth without Losing the Peace of Mind
When you are
feeling energetic, when there is no space for any tension, anxiety or stress in
life then your mind is at peace. You can achieve that by taking small steps in
life. Some of these could be-building happy relationships, practicing the art
of gratitude, helping the needy, practising Yoga & Meditation, developing
new hobbies etc. The list is never-ending.
Thus, you need
to stop worrying about others’ opinions of you and instead feel the blessings
in your life. This is also a way to attain a tranquil mind. And also, never get
the impression that money is not important at all. Money gives you the
opportunity to solve critical problems. It also secures your future so that you
do not have to worry about your well-being as you get older. So, money also
seeks your attention.
Feel the Spirit of Dhanteras!
Hence, pray to
God to keep you capable of earning wealth as long as you live and also give you
conscience to use your money wisely. Never fail to strike a balance between
earning and spending in order to stay happy and satisfied.
As Dhanteras,
the festival of wealth, is just round the corner, feel its spirit and make the
day auspicious by worshipping the God of Wealth, Kuber and invoking the
blessings of Goddess Lakshmi. Seek their blessings and, most importantly, do
not lose your peace of mind while creating wealth because the Inner Peace is
the ultimate wealth.
Wishes for
beautiful Dhanteras celebrations!