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the Masters instructions regarding meditation, cleaning, 9 p.m. prayer and bed time prayer. By yielding that way to the method I think I could become near and dear to my Master.
3. Divine has its own ways and yielding to the Divine is the minimum requirement in spirituality. I am reminded of an old saying “Everything works out in the end. If it hasn't worked out, it's not the end.” Have faith in the Master.
Determination
1. I could not do my Sadhana properly for 3 weeks (10 days in July and 1 week in Aug), during this time I was out of country. My mind got attracted to sensuous thoughts, and inclination to do Sadhana was less. Please give me strength to maintain the balance under all circumstances. After return, immediately my orientation was back to normal and my sadhana was back on track.
Determination is the same where ever we are. If you have lapsed into indolence and indulgence it is your choice. I do not see any role for the Master or any other person in this matter. In every issue of Sathya Padamu published by us in the 3rd cover page you will see the opinion of the Master and that is the final word about it. It shall be your duty to gird up your loins and no external help is there in this aspect.
2. I am determined to remove my sloth and be deserving to Master. Kindly bless me and guide me on this path.
The mere intention to be deserving should enable you to become successful in your efforts.
3. Generally calm and peaceful but occasionally tend to flare up when contested by other family members. Basically I am still not rid of my tendency of belittling or even invalidating others & thus invite such situations of disharmony.
When you know your defects you should strive hard to get rid off them. If that is not found effective then you should pray before bed time to Master repenting for