Many times, a
question arises from the bottom of my heart, what kind of life I am living and
what I ought to be, this scenario is repeated whenever I am alone. Probably it
is a sign of a living soul.
When I look back,
I find most of the time I was exposed to the environment wherein my thoughts,
my deeds were influenced by survival and security for myself and my family and
I would say I was prevented to think beyond. I was forced to make perceptions
which suited to the so-called society and when I accepted it I was tagged as a
gentleman. Whenever I raised some questions about the validity of any system, I
was rewarded with sheer aloofness.
This is probably
not my situation, anybody with some original thoughts faces it. A prison within
us is created and constantly maintained by compulsions, and such compulsions
are recognized by us knowing or unknowingly, willingly or unwillingly. We
strive for comforts and make suitable adjustments. The Funniest part of this is
that, most of the time we too help expanding this prison, probably to have more
companions and eventually society finds better and more respectable prison to
accommodate more prisoners. What a great thing happening around us! Wow!
These recognized
prisons play very important role in influencing our judgment power. It's like
if a prisoner doesn't behave as per prison's rules then he will be punished.
Effectively all this process leads to create an environment full of fear.
All new inventions,
thoughts, challenges these established prisons and their validity. To avail protection,
they are always ready to bring in more influential prisoners to their fold like
a political party admitting criminals to run their show behind the curtains.
How to Overcome These Prisons
Be vigilant: Though many prisons exist, we can avoid their grip by remaining alert and aware.
Limit greed: Those who chase money, fame, or power through shortcuts become the easiest prisoners. When thoughts are guided by external desires, the prison expands.
Understand your fears: Often, people have resources yet live miserably because of fear. Study your fears carefully. In most cases, the situation does not justify them. Fear leads to surrender, and surrender leads to imprisonment.
Make sustained efforts: Whatever the situation, consistent and focused effort brings results. Destiny is shaped by our deeds. Even if you believe it cannot be changed, it can certainly be modified.
Seek blissfulness: Do not chase possessions; seek bliss instead. Dream big, and you will achieve big. Never feel guilty about your surroundings—your achievements reflect your true intent.
Let's be more
vigilant about our surroundings and avoid being prisoners of so-called
prestigious prison waiting around us.
