Remaining Unaffected at the Feet of Śrī Kṛṣṇa
There is a quiet tendency within us to judge the movements of our own mind. When certain thoughts arise, we feel pleased. When others arise, we feel disturbed. Slowly, we begin to label the mind as good or bad based on what appears within it. This creates a subtle conflict; we try to hold on to what we like and push away what we do not. But if we observe carefully, the mind itself is not the problem. Thoughts arise and pass on their own. The heart, in its simplicity, is not meant to fight this movement, it longs to remain free from entanglement, resting without being carried away. When this is seen clearly, even briefly, a quiet ease begins to arise within.
That freedom begins the moment we come to the feet of Śrī Kṛṣṇa.
To live at His feet is to gently recognise that thoughts do not belong to us in the way we imagine. They appear, stay for a while, and leave. Just as clouds pass through the sky, thoughts move through the mind. Slowly, as understanding deepens, we begin to see that nothing in the mind is stable or permanent. When this is seen clearly, even briefly, something within begins to step back. A quiet space begins to open between us and the movement of thoughts.
The disturbance we feel does not come from thoughts themselves, but from our involvement in them. We support certain thoughts because they feel right, and we resist others because they feel uncomfortable. In doing so, we give them importance. What was simply passing becomes something we hold on to. Even though everything is already moving away, we create continuity through attachment. This is where restlessness arises, not because of the mind, but because of our identification with it.
But when we turn towards Śrī Kṛṣṇa, something begins to shift within. We start to see that it is possible to remain without involvement. Thoughts may arise, memories, plans, impressions, but we do not need to follow them. There is a quiet recognition: “This too will pass.” In that understanding, the grip begins to loosen. The mind continues its movement, but we are no longer carried by it.
In the spirit of the teachings, what binds us is not the presence of thoughts, but the attachment to them. When everything is seen as His prasāda, even the movement of the mind is no longer a disturbance. The heart slowly begins to understand: “I am not here to control every thought… I am here to remain at His feet.” This understanding brings a natural neutrality within.
Our restlessness continues when we take every thought seriously. We feel that we must correct, manage, or respond to everything that arises. But when we begin to simply observe, without reacting, this pattern begins to change. Thoughts come and go, but they no longer leave a strong impression. Slowly, a quiet distance begins to arise. This distance is not separation; it is freedom.
To live like this does not require suppressing the mind, it requires not getting entangled in it. We continue to live, act, and fulfil our responsibilities. But inwardly, we remain untouched. Slowly, a quiet steadiness begins to arise, not forced, but natural. A steadiness that remains even when thoughts move, a steadiness that quietly supports us through every experience.
Today’s Sādhanā — Remaining Uninvolved: Today, gently notice the thoughts that arise in the mind. In those moments, pause and turn within. Ask softly, “Do I need to get involved in this?” Let this question bring clarity. Before reacting, inwardly say, “Śrī Kṛṣṇa, let me remain at Your feet.” Let thoughts come and go without following them. At least a few times during the day, close your eyes briefly and feel, “I am at the feet of Śrī Kṛṣṇa. I remain untouched.” Do not force this feeling, just return to it gently.
Inner Bhāva: Do not try to stop thoughts; simply stop holding on to them. Let the mind move as it does. Offer both pleasant and unpleasant thoughts at His feet. Even if you get involved, return gently. Each return deepens your freedom.
Reflection for Today: Did I get carried away by my thoughts today, or did I remain steady at the feet of Śrī Kṛṣṇa?
Gentle Reminder: Come back to His feet again and again, not by controlling the mind, but by not identifying with it. Let everything pass, and in that freedom, peace becomes natural.
Mantra for the Day: Oṁ Puruṣāya Namaḥ
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Sādhanā Notes: (Use a pencil to write your reflections)
Today I practiced:
What I observed within:
Where I forgot / struggled:
What I offer at His feet:
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