“An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind” — this quote by Mahatma Gandhi is slowly turning out to be true. The majority of us would want to take revenge on people, who have hurt us at some point of our life.
‘Tit-for-tat’ has always been an integral part of our thought process. But, in human relationships, it is a bit difficult to withdraw words or retract actions as if a bullet is out from the gun. In this process we are contributing in building negative energy in the environment. Hence, in moments of vengeance, it is best to take a few quiet moments with the self before taking any drastic step.
One moment of self-reflection will show us that in times of hurt, the only though that will bring us peace of mind is to learn a lesson from the event and move on. If we continue to maintain a positive frame of mind, it would be for our ultimate benefit and not for the opposite person’s benefit.
When we go through the cycles of hurt, pain, revenge, love, and happiness, we realise that there is no end to these cycles of feelings. It is an infinite creation of waste and negative thoughts, most likely to ultimately destroy ourselves than the other party.
Remember, revenge only boils our blood and creates an upheaval and restlessness in our mind, inhibiting any healing process. Hence, we need to ask ourselves, which path do we need to follow to be at peace. Would it be the path of Reconciliation or Revenge? Think it over. The choice is yours.
Editor’s note: Rajyogi Brahmakumar Nikunj ji is a writer at www.brahmakumaris.com and can be reached at nikunjji@brahmakumaris.in.
