7 Important Teaching of Lord Krishna for Better Decision Making

It is a well-known fact that a better decision made is a half battle already won. A better decision helps make the best utilisation of one's resources, finances, outreach, planning and policies to get the desired results from the available resources.

Lord Krishna, known for giving supreme knowledge of Dharma & Karma, is a well-known philosopher, guide, friend and leader, who has enlightened the world with his teachings. During Mahabharata, he advised Arjun in a very skilful & practical way, and his teachings are compiled in Bhagavad Gita, which is still followed in the present days. He thus emerged as the Guru who helped Arjuna to take the best decision during the Mahabharata war.

In the present times, Bhagavad Gita excerpts are being quoted for guiding people for taking better decisions in life.7 such vital teachings of Lord Krishna are given here below :

THINK CALMLY:

Life throws challenges at everyone regularly. The challenges can be related to one's relations, finances, health and many other facets of life. Every one tackle every day challenges according to one's wits and resources. Some of them react immediately, while some give a thought to it and then take a wise decision to fight it out. Lord Krishna has stated in Bhagavad-Gita that one's mind is restless and needs to be calmed down before taking action. Any action which is taken in haste does not favour the person. Hence, one should, first, assess the challenges with a calm mind and then decide to tackle them, weighing all pros and cons of the action being initiated for the same.

DO NOT FEAR FOR RESULTS:

Lord Krishna has opined that one should diligently do his duty and not fear from the results/rewards being accrued from the same. Similarly, one should give his Nishkam Seva to society and not expect any material gains. The fruit of the work should not always be the motive for the work being done. The results of the efforts made are still affected by the fear of its outcome and consequences. One should have focus and faith in one's concentrated efforts, which shall fetch good results.It is why students are advised to keep a lord krishna murti on their study table & worship before proceeding with any examination.

TREAT EVERYONE EQUALLY:

In the present times, Human Rights have specified that everyone should be treated equally and with dignity in whatever circumstances one is in. Lord Krishna in Bhagavad-Gita had mentioned that we should treat everyone with the same eye. Humanity has to be shown to all. All are born free and should not act in a way where the freedom of others is compromised. All human being – whether they are our friends, relatives, enemies etc. should be given equal importance, and no discrimination shall be made against them in any form.

DON'T FALL PREY TO STRESS:

The world is hassled with various activities in the present times, and people are running around here and there for their bread and butter, without realising the undue stress on them. An endless race to surpass others has become the order of the day. In their endeavour to do so, people overstep their potentials, and ultimately, the stress caused to them makes them suffer. They end up either getting some illness or losses. Lord Krishna had rightly said that one who is not agitated by others and who does not agitate others and is free from any fear, hostility, anxiety is very dear to him. Hence, one should rid oneself of excessive worries and extra load and make efforts to de-stress one's life and enjoy the moments given by the Almighty God. Nevertheless,if you’re facing stress in your daily life then all you need is meditation in front of a krishna statue daily.Trust me it works wonders.

CHANGE IS INDISPENSABLE:

It is a well known saying that Change is always better in life. Life changes are bound to come. One should always be ready for the same and accept them with an open heart. Life changes show a variety – be it happiness, sorrow, joy etc. For the same, one should assess the positives and negatives in life and focus on the desired results. Lord Krishna also emphasises that Change in life is indispensable and very necessary.

ACT WITH CONVICTION:

To be a successful person in whatever you do in your life, you should act strategically towards achieving your goals. Lord Krishna uses these strategies to solve every problem in life. He has taught us to be tactful, skilful and act with faith that whatever is being done shall give positive results. One should act in life with great courage, strength, faith and confidence.

SET HIGH STANDARDS:

One should set high standards of excellence to achieve the desired results. The ways and means to achieve success should be very qualitative, innovative, and possess higher skills levels. One should, therefore, compete with one's self to achieve success. One may face success or failure in their attempts, but one must continue their journey of efforts till the desired result is achieved. It shall also set an example for others to follow. It is why people who aspire to soar high in life have a krishna idol in their altar. So what are you waiting for? Apply these teachings in your life today & experience significant changes.

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