Indecisive Persons Are Not Fit for Spiritual Life

Indecision is always a sign of mental weakness. It shows that there are unresolved conflicts within you. And, conflicts undermine the integrity of personality. If we remain in a state of indecision for along time, instead of gaining  strength, we become weaker. To remain in a state of indecision and then try to make your mind strong is stupid. 

We must be very decisive in small things. Then, we find it easier to take decisions about bigger things. Even the smallest thing in life is to be done consciously, intelligently, decisively, co-ordinating all the faculties --- feeling, thinking and willing. Cultivate good habits early in life. 

Swami Yatiswarananda

A well-regulated life is of great help. If we follow a strict routine every day, mahy of the little problems of life will not create indecision and worries. Then, we get more energy and time for bigger things. Those who find it difficult to decide what to eat, what to wear, how to walk, how to to sit and so on --- how can such people think about God constantly? We must not lie on the bed and go on thinking for an half an hour, "Shall I get up or not?" Either get up immediately or sleep for another half an hour, but do not remain in an indecisive state. "ShalI sit for meditation or not?" Decide at once. Indecision is very harmful.

Source: [Chap 14] pg. 224, Meditation and Spiritual Life by Swami Yatiswarananda

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