03.12.07
Self Control Begins with Mind Control
“Evil thoughts are also a sign of illness. Let us, therefore, guard ourselves against evil thoughts.”
–Mohandas Gandhi
In our culture, we prioritize our actions over our thoughts. We rightly believe in freedom of thought and speech and do not want to limit these liberties. This is good, but if we want to control our own actions, we best start by learning to control our minds. For it is from our minds and thoughts that our actions arise.
How best to control our minds? I have found the technique of “Walking with the Sages” extremely useful. Watch or read my speech to learn more about it. Read the rest of this entry »