[Reader-list] Human Mind and the Sea

[Rajendra Bhat Uppinangadi]

Many can not even dream out coming out from the well they are in.!
Regards,

Rajen.

On Wed, Aug 5, 2009 at 2:48 PM, Murali V <murali.chalam at gmail.com> wrote:

> As I watched the sea on several occasions, I wondered how it revealed its
> emotions and was caught in a very intriguing comparison with the mind.
>
> The sea can be compared to the human mind. Just like the various states of
> mind, the sea also has its days when it is turbulent while there are times
> when it is extremely calm and tranquil.
>
> The times when the sea in its ugliest form revealed by high tides lashing
> the shores, nobody dare venture near it. People stay away. Compare this
> when
> the sea is calm and friendly; people gather near the shores enjoying the
> cool pleasant touch of the waves.
>
> The internal turbulence and turmoil or the calm serenity of the mind is
> visible for others to judge.
>
> Think and relate the similar states of the human mind with the reactions of
> the society. I am sure the people will react much the same way as they
> would
> with the sea. An individual in a turbulent state of mind would react in a
> very nasty manner, because of the fact that he/she is not able to control
> the emotions, results in people staying away from the individual. An
> individual who is calm and balanced, definitely is much more friendly,
> acceptable and approachable. There is warmth and pleasantries creating an
> atmosphere of togetherness.
>
> However there is a difference, which if understood, will benefit the
> individual and the society. The various states of the sea cannot be
> controlled, while the human mind is definitely controllable. This ability
> to
> control ones emotions differentiates the ordinary from exceptional.
>
> Let us all try to control our emotions, especially the turbulent ones and
> do
> not vent our feelings externally, which will only affect our relationship
> with others. Warmth and camaraderie will make the society a peaceful haven.
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Rajen.