- Patience – This is the armor should be used to remain calm in times of frustration or adversity. It is another form of kindness. This virtue stops us to dive into negative emotions and jeopardy actions.The mindfulness practice of soul consciousness, compassion helps us calmly accept everything around us. Only connection with God is permanent everything which is related to body and mind is temporary. The lose of patience results in Anger.
- Tolerance – The embrace of this virtue is the ability of dealing with unpleasant or difficult situations with the help of spiritual knowledge without being effected by it emotionally even though we might get hurt mentally or physically . This is achievable when we are aware that we are all children of God our paths are different but the destination is same to reach him. It is good to remember that negative emotions appear when power is given to situations and people instead taking self-care helps us come out of difficult situations. Follow the mantra “Om Ignoraya Namaha” this helps us to live with attitude of forgiving and leave the attitude of judging. Always remember that sufferings helps to bring spiritual practices in our life. Rather than escaping, pray for the ability to perform duties during difficult times.
- Detachment – This virtue of detachment helps us to accept everything around us without expectations. In other words we should engage in all the activities but our aim to get connected with God always should be reminded in each and every moment. . Its very important to live like a Lotus in the Mud . Practising this virtue helps us get freedom from anxiety, worry , temptations and fear. When a situation arises get detached from the situation as a third person , take a good look at it. This gives the power of what needs to be done, when and how. If nothing can be done just have a conversation with God, surrender and let go.
- Self control – This Armor helps us to be focused and helps get to the goal . It needs determination and practice. It works when accountability should be given for our actions. The best person everyone should be accountable is to The God. This can happen when we surrender everything to him. Mastering this virtue gives confidence and takes us to the higher level and makes us realise that “God helps when we can’t help ourselves.” Surrender is not an easy task. Pray to God Before going to Bed and After Waking up that “God, you are the doer I am just instrument, mould this instrument to lead a meaning and truthful journey.” Ask God to give strength to forgive ,forget and let go.
- Faith – The stong trust and confidence in God is foremost requirement for spiritual growth and self transformation. It gives Courage ,Stability and withstand the turmoil. In other words it is the basic relationship with God. It can be achieved by being obedient to God and follow his path.
- Contentment – Contentedness is a matter of being satisfied with what you have and with the people you love , just as they are. A Contended person enjoys things rather than trying to posses them because he is aware that experiences makes more happier than possessions. This can be practiced by showing gratitude, without comparisions and accepting the imperfections.
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