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28 Is ego based action self justified
action?

elf-justified action is a result of lack of introspection.
SAt all times, one should feel, “Maybe, I am wrong!”
Only a person with such an attitude will study and
discuss. After going through this process, what his
evaluation will be right. If a decision is arrived at without
going through this process, it would not be the right way
of formulating an opinion. A person must examine and
re-examine his ways in order to detect his mistakes. This
is equally applicable to both religious and secular areas.
Without this, one cannot develop right thinking.

29 How can we develop our mind and

learn to respond positively in delicate

situations?

eveloping one’s mind is both easy and difficult. It is
Deasy if one introspects, but if one does not introspect,
then it becomes difficult. If one realizes that a situation
is not in one’s control and would be subject to some
external factors, this mindset will inculcate patience
in him and he will be able to tackle the situation in a
positive manner. However, in order to do so, one must
stay alert and save oneself from negative reaction.

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