Understand your life purpose, release judgments
There is something about mountains that is awe inspiring. Lofty, towering above the plains, they are majestic and awesome and literally form a stairway to heaven and act as the gateway to the Gods. Eternally exposed to the elements and the vagaries of the weather, yet ever enduring, mountains seem to teach us what equanimity in the face of adverse conditions is all about. Every climb up a mountain is an exercise in spiritual growth. As we leave behind the dross and the mundane and scale the peak in search of another dimension, the mountain doubles as a metaphor for life. The imposing mountain and the peak may be in sight at all times but it has to be climbed one step at a time with persistence, tenacity and a never-say-die spirit. No wonder the Chandogya Upanishad tells us that it is not always a human being that has to be one’s spiritual guru and that one can learn from nature and one’s own intellect.
Several mountains around the world are considered sacred. Mount Kailash, the abode of Lord Shiva, is of special significance to Hindus, Buddhists, Jains and native Tibetans. Pilgrims circumambulate the mountain and one circuit is believed to cleanse the sins of a lifetime (remember it is also the source for four rivers including the Ganges) while a 108 circuits are said to confer enlightenment. Mount Kailash is never climbed for it is considered sacrilege to step on it. Likewise Mount Fuji is believed to be the
QDear Meera, I went through a very bad phase in life and saw lots of ups and downs. I have two sons and am having a lot of financial trouble as my husband is not a great support and doesn't understand life’s realities. Whenever I start working on something, it goes wrong. I just work for two or three days and stop. Please guide me. Name: Treasure DOB: 29-01-1986 Dear Treasure, Your cards reveal that you have been very planned in your journey of life with a clear direction. However careful we may be, sometimes when certain things are destined to happen we fail to heed a warning. 2017 is a year of wheel of fortune which means that whatever goes up comes down and vice versa. Look to the new year with hope and positivity for new beginnings and right opportunities.
As far as your career goes, stick to what you are best at. Indecision is holding you back. Make the right choice. Have patience, you will soon be presented with a wonderful opportunity and a very good project will come your way and improve your finances. Life will reward you with happiness and a good career. You need to understand your life purpose and release judgments about yourself and others.
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