Page 684 - Bodhayanti Parasparam Vol 6

Bodhayanti Parasparam Vol 6
His feeling happy is dependent on several factors. If his desires are met he becomes temporarily happy. But unfortunately mind seems to abhor vacuum and another desire creeps into his heart and as long as that desire is not fulfilled he is restless, dissatisfied and unhappy. Almost a permanent state of dissatisfaction seems to be the state of mind of majority of humanity. Happiness is a slippery customer, it seems to slip out and escape from you at the slightest change in circumstances.
But as per Rev. Master, God wants all his children to be happy under all circumstances.
In fact my most memorable and happiest moments which I cherish most were experienced in the company of Rev. Master. He was known for his joy and humor. His smile even as caught in a photograph radiates joy and happiness. People have narrated how uncontrollable their joy, mirth and laughter was in the company of Master and his conversations.
My experience with my trainer is no less enjoyable. Conversations are witty, very spontaneous and full of joy de Verve.
Though spiritual training involves committed practice and a serious and severe determination to reach the goal, paradoxically spirituality is synonymous with happiness and joy. In fact it is a commandment in our Institute. For example Master commands his disciples to be happy while eating food in the VIII commandment and goes on to explain in detail how the state of happiness is the final state we have to reach.
Now the question is how to fulfill the requirements of the definition of a happy man as given by the Master. i.e. happy under all circumstances. In the same article he spoke about what is life and goes on to
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