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अगर कोई कमज़ोरी का फ़ायदा उठाकर परेशान करे || आचार्य प्रशांत (2020)
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Appropriate Action
Acceptance
Discernment
Mind Management
Weakness
Control
Description

Acharya Prashant addresses the question of how to remain neutral when someone takes advantage of one's weakness by categorizing problems into different types. Using the analogy of a train journey, he explains that some problems are minor and coincidental, like a dirty platform or a delayed train. He advises against treating these as significant issues, as complaining about them is futile and wastes energy that is needed for the journey ahead. The focus should be on the destination, not on such chance occurrences. He then describes problems that are inherent and unchangeable, such as the rocking motion of a train berth. It is pointless to complain about things that are completely beyond one's control, just as it is useless to wish for a 48-hour day or not to need sleep. Dwelling on unchangeable things is a way to avoid dealing with matters where action is possible. The third type of problem is one where action can be taken, like dealing with disruptive co-passengers. In such situations, one should take appropriate action, such as warning them or informing the authorities. Acharya Prashant clarifies that the goal is not to be 'neutral' but to be 'appropriate' (samyak). One cannot remain unaffected until one does what is appropriate for the situation. The feeling of being bothered is a signal to which the response should be to discern what can be done. If a situation is inevitable and cannot be changed, one must accept it. If something can be done, one should take the appropriate action immediately and then let go of the matter, regardless of the outcome. The key is not to remain in a state of inner turmoil but to either act or accept, and then move on.