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My father emphasized that I should take care of my health in order to succeed in my work. Since health and fitness were my passion, I followed this teaching automatically.
My father taught me to respect the elders, authorities, teachers, and such people when I meet them. I followed this advice almost always. This has helped tremendously in my education, career and social life.
My father told me not to be extravagant in my yogic practices. He told that different people are born with different capabilities. And, some people such as Swami Vivekananda are born incarnations. One should not try to imitate their practices. One should perform spiritual practices within one’s reach. I was interested in such practices. And, I never knew what my limit was. I do not think that I performed practices beyond my capacity, either.
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