As we commemorate the birth anniversary of the Mahatma, let’s not just remember history but channel the spirit of Gandhi into our daily lives. Here are three timeless principles—Morale, Commitment, and Truth—embodied by Gandhi, along with practical activities to infuse them into our own journeys.
- Courageous Resolve: Cultivating morale in the Struggle for life.
Mahatma Gandhi’s South Africa train incident, He traveled in a first class train and was thrown out, yet Gandhiji bought a return ticket for a first class train only. Where does he get that solid morale from?
Practical Activity :
Ideally, Stand up against any injustice you encounter. But How to start?
Let’s see,
(Whom) : Pick a person for whom you will not tolerate any injustice that could be your parents, life partner, friends, co-workers etc.
(Where) : Pick a place where you will practice morale behavior to the highest.
(When) : Pick time when you will not lose hope for being the change you wish to see in this world.
- Vrat : The commitment
Gandhi’s Maun Vrat, a vow of silence, exemplifies unwavering commitment to principles. It challenges us to define our values and stay dedicated to them.
Practical Activity :
Set a personal challenge that aligns with your values. Whether it’s a commitment to Health, reducing screen time or personal growth, let it be a testament to your dedication.
(Whom) : Commit to one person with whom you will not eat junk food.
(Where) : Commit to one place where you always eat healthy foods only.
(When) : Commit to one time/day when you hit the gym/Yoga without any excuse.
Similarly,
- Truthful Living: Daily Wisdom from the Satyagraha Philosophy
Mahatma Gandhi’s Satyagraha, rooted in the pursuit of truth and nonviolence, teaches us that truth is not just a concept but a way of life.
Practical Activity :
(Whom) : That one person with whom you will never lie about anything. I.e with your mother.
(Where) : That one place where you always prefer to tell the truth. Like one corner of your house let’s say pooja spot.
(When) : On every Monday you prefer to follow the truth to shout out.
This is just frame work. You can portrait these methods according to you. It is to start living it.
“My life is my message” by Mahatma Gandhi is a powerful reminder that our actions define us. It’s not just about what we say, but how we live and impact the world. Our journey of self-expression is painted by the brushstrokes of our daily choices and values. Happy exploring on Gandhi’s birth anniversary! 🌟
See you in the next post.
Cheers ! 🎉
Team Nesswill