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Use this method to know your strengths and weaknesses || Acharya Prashant, at BITS Goa (2023)
Shakti
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1 year ago
Pride
Humility
Genetics
Intelligence
Spirituality
Self-realization
Body and Mind
Potential
Description

Acharya Prashant addresses the concept of pride and shame regarding one's physical and mental attributes. He argues that individuals should not feel proud of their beauty, strength, or even intelligence, as these are often the result of genetics, hormones, and DNA rather than personal effort. He points out that just as one does not choose their chromosomes or physical stature, one does not earn their innate IQ. Therefore, being proud of such inherited traits is illogical. He suggests that while one might feel fulfilled by using their abilities to achieve something significant, pride remains unjustified because the underlying tools were not self-created. He further explains that the same logic applies to weaknesses; if a trait is not of your own making, there is no reason to be ashamed of it. He emphasizes that true strength lies in the realization that you are not your body or your mind. This detachment is described as the essence of spirituality—knowing oneself as separate from these external and internal biological constructs. By seeing that none of these attributes truly belong to the self, one can maintain humility. He concludes by encouraging the audience to actualize their best potential and expresses his sincere wish for their success, noting that the ability to listen and engage with these deep topics shows great promise.