It often happens that when I go to an event or occasion, I’ll find some information that I have been looking for – something quite unconnected to the event at hand. This is is what exactly happened to me last weekend at a retreat I attended.
For the past few months I’ve been feeling the pinch of time. I never seemed to have enough of it, and there was always a build up of things to do – lists, meetings, and events. What to speak of plain old laundry, dishes, and trash. It seemed just when I got on top of everything – zero in my in basket – things would all start piling up again. I couldn’t to get a grip on elusive time, which was always one step ahead. I felt pressure.
At the retreat, a question was raised about balancing our life and finding time for spiritual practice and the everyday work of living. The answer surprised me. The speaker said, “You can’t manage time. That is always moving here and there. Focus on managing your priorities.”
Managing my priorities! It was an ‘aha’ moment for me. It made so much sense. Of course I can’t manage time (one of the most powerful energies of Krishna) but I can manage what’s important to me. It has had a profound effect on how I approach my spiritual practice and lifestyle in general.
- I find myself working with time instead of racing against it.
- It has helped me simplify my life.
- It has allowed me to be more present in the moment.
- The urgency mood has abated, and more thoughtful activity emerged.
So forget time management. Honor this time energy of Krishna and find the best services you can do within it. Reflect on your priorities and honor those too. If they are connected to Krishna then time will be on your side.
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