THE VISION, December 2025, Vol 93, Issue 3:
Please click on the bold darker colours to read the article and on the arrow icon to get back to the contents. Beloved Readers, Every endeavour succeeds only when we pause to analyse and evaluate it — a simple trial-and-error process which we have practised since childhood. We observed what we did and if the outcomes led to success, we retained it; if they pointed towards failure, we corrected ourselves, either through our own effort or by seeking guidance. Mahatmas remind us that this same approach is essential on the spiritual path. Beloved Papa Swami Ramdas says: “Watchfulness should be the principal trait in the Sadhaka, who is striving to purify and direct his mind towards the indwelling Reality. He should be alert, awake and heedful. He should closely watch the movements of his mind and gradually wean it away from the path of ignorance and guide it on the path of knowledge.” Self-discipline begins with creating order around us — not for display, but to free th...