Asha"The Hope"

Building a relationship with oneself is crucial before nurturing relationships with others. The Mahabharata, an epic rich with wisdom, offers numerous examples illustrating this principle. One pertinent story is that of Arjuna and his journey of self-discovery and self-relationship during the Bhagavad Gita. Story from the Mahabharata: Arjuna’s Crisis and Self-Realization Before the great battle of Kurukshetra, Arjuna, the warrior prince, is faced with a profound moral and emotional crisis. He is overwhelmed by the prospect of fighting against his family, teachers, and friends. Standing on the battlefield, he is paralyzed by doubt and sorrow, questioning the righteousness of the war and his role in it. Arjuna's Struggle: Arjuna’s inner turmoil represents a struggle many face: the conflict between duty, ethics, and personal emotions. This internal conflict shows his disconnection from his true self and purpose. Krishna’s Guidance: Krishna, his charioteer and friend, begins to counsel...