JALALUDDIN RUMI

Often we are most vulnerable during moments of transition. For example, you have wrapped one assignment, and it is time to look over the next. Or you've turned the last page of your novel, and it is time to go to bed. Whatever the transition, for a pivotal moment the mind has nothing to hold on to, and in its insecurity it may suggest all kinds of things: a cigarette, an extra piece of pie, a magazine promising the lowdown on your favourite actor's private life. Suddenly any of these can seem fraught with urgency, though you know in the back of your mind that they are a poor use of your time.

Here the mantram can rescue you. If you start repeating the Holy Name the moment you complete one line activity, and do not drop it until the time comes for you to give complete attention to the next job at hand, your will get a needed boost. A short, fast walk repeating the mantram can be more refreshing than all manner of “treats”. Once you are absorbed again, you are home free.

Parvamani.