Question – Gurudev, you have mentioned 16 qualities in Lord Krishna. Do I also have all these 16 qualities somewhere in me? If yes, how do I bring them out?
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankarji – Yes, everybody has all these 16 qualities, and the more centred you are, the more passionate and compassionate you are, the more they will manifest.
A beautiful question and answer!
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankarji’s response is uplifting and encouraging!
He assures us that:
1. We all possess the 16 qualities of Lord Krishna within us.
2. These qualities can manifest when we are:
– Centred (grounded and aware)
– Passionate (enthusiastic and dedicated)
– Compassionate (empathetic and caring)
To bring out these qualities, he suggests:
1. Yoga: Practice physical, mental, and spiritual disciplines to balance and harmonize your being.
2. Meditation: Connect with your inner self, calm your mind, and access your inner wisdom.
3. Centering techniques: Engage in activities that help you focus and ground yourself, such as breathwork, visualization, or mindfulness.
By cultivating these practices, you can:
– Discover and nurture the 16 qualities within you
– Embody the divine qualities of Lord Krishna
– Live a more purposeful, compassionate, and fulfilling life
Remember, the qualities are already within you, waiting to be awakened and expressed!
Here’s a some pointer of the answer:
– “Yes, everybody has all these 16 qualities”: This affirms that we all possess the qualities within us.
– “The more centred you are, the more passionate and compassionate you are, the more they will manifest”: This highlights the importance of being grounded, enthusiastic, and empathetic to express the qualities.
– “Yoga and Meditation”: These practices are suggested as pointers to help bring out the qualities.