{"id":3293,"date":"2025-06-13T15:21:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-13T15:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vinaya.com.np\/vinayaspeaks\/?p=3293"},"modified":"2025-06-13T15:21:00","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T15:21:00","slug":"6-deadly-enemies-of-human-mind-according-to-hinduism-getting-away-from-the-enemies-within","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vinaya.com.np\/vinayaspeaks\/2025\/06\/13\/6-deadly-enemies-of-human-mind-according-to-hinduism-getting-away-from-the-enemies-within\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Deadly Enemies of Human Mind According to Hinduism: Getting Away from the Enemies Within"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"a0ea2c17c8935fddc8a7e96a3bc8028e\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-5781035789902986\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5781035789902986\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"5291051281\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>When most people hear the word <em>Hinduism<\/em>, they might think of colorful gods, temples, festivals, and rituals. But that\u2019s only the surface. Hinduism is not just a religion\u2014it is a <strong>way of life<\/strong> and a profound <strong>philosophy of the human mind and spirit<\/strong>. It doesn&#8217;t just ask you to believe in God; it invites you to ask, <em>&#8220;Who am I?&#8221;<\/em> and <em>&#8220;What stands between me and true peace?&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most insightful ideas in Hindu philosophy is the concept of the <strong>six inner enemies<\/strong> of the human being\u2014known in Sanskrit as <strong>Shadripu<\/strong> or <strong>Arishadvarga<\/strong>. These are <strong>Kama (Desire), Krodha (Anger), Lobha (Greed), Moha (Attachment), Mada (Pride), and Matsarya (Jealousy)<\/strong>. They are not physical monsters but subtle psychological forces that control our actions, disturb our peace, and keep us trapped in the endless cycle of suffering (<em>samsara<\/em>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s explore these six enemies\u2014not with fear, but with the clarity that comes from ancient wisdom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Chariot of Life: A Hindu Metaphor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To understand how these enemies work, Hindu texts offer a powerful metaphor. Your <strong>body<\/strong> is like a <strong>chariot<\/strong>. Your <strong>five senses<\/strong> are like <strong>five wild horses<\/strong>. Your <strong>mind<\/strong> is the <strong>charioteer<\/strong> (driver), and your <strong>soul (Atman)<\/strong> is the <strong>passenger<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the charioteer is wise and in control, the horses are tamed, and the soul reaches its true destination\u2014<strong>peace, wisdom, and liberation (moksha)<\/strong>. But if the charioteer is weak, distracted, or untrained, the horses run wild. They pull the chariot into dangerous paths, and the soul gets stuck in sorrow and confusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The six enemies we\u2019re about to discuss are the forces that <strong>weaken the charioteer<\/strong> and allow the horses (senses) to dominate the journey. They are not external. They live <strong>within us all<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Kama (Desire)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Desire is not always bad. In fact, desire for knowledge, truth, or love can be uplifting. But when <strong>desire controls you<\/strong>, it becomes a chain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Hindu texts, Kama represents a longing for <strong>sense pleasures<\/strong>\u2014food, sex, fame, luxury. When desire becomes endless and unfulfilled, it turns into <strong>frustration and suffering<\/strong>. A person dominated by Kama always chases something outside of themselves, forgetting that <strong>true happiness is within<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Desire is like fire. A small flame can warm your home, but if left unchecked, it can burn down your life. The Bhagavad Gita warns, <em>\u201cDesire leads to anger, anger to delusion, and delusion to destruction.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Krodha (Anger)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Anger arises when <strong>desire is blocked<\/strong>. It\u2019s a reaction to things not going our way. While anger can sometimes push us to fight injustice, more often it <strong>clouds judgment<\/strong>, <strong>damages relationships<\/strong>, and <strong>burns inner peace<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hindu sages teach that <strong>anger is like a storm<\/strong>\u2014it doesn\u2019t solve problems; it destroys clarity. When you\u2019re angry, your inner wisdom is lost. Just like smoke covers a mirror, anger covers your true self.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The way out? Learn to <strong>pause and reflect<\/strong>. Breathe. Respond with awareness, not reaction. Forgiveness is stronger than rage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Lobha (Greed)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Greed is the belief that <strong>\u201cmore is better\u201d<\/strong>\u2014more money, more power, more control. But no matter how much a greedy person gets, it\u2019s never enough. Their thirst only grows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Hindu teachings, <strong>greed is a form of slavery<\/strong>. A greedy person becomes a servant of their own craving. Worse, they start to <strong>see people as resources<\/strong>, not as fellow beings. Greed disconnects us from compassion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ancient texts warn: \u201cThere is enough in this world for everyone\u2019s need, but not for everyone\u2019s greed.\u201d Greed has caused wars, broken families, and ruined lives. To be free, one must learn the joy of <strong>contentment (santosha)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>Moha (Attachment or Delusion)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Moha means getting <strong>emotionally entangled<\/strong>\u2014not only with people and things but also with <strong>false ideas of the self<\/strong>. It is the illusion that our identity is limited to our body, roles, and possessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Attachment makes us say, <em>\u201cThis is mine\u201d<\/em>, <em>\u201cThis is me.\u201d<\/em> But the truth in Hinduism is that <strong>nothing truly belongs to us<\/strong>. Everything in the material world is temporary. Holding on tightly leads to suffering when loss inevitably comes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breaking free from Moha doesn\u2019t mean abandoning love\u2014it means <strong>loving without clinging<\/strong>. It means accepting change and seeing beyond the illusion of separateness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Mada (Pride or Arrogance)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mada is the <strong>ego\u2019s intoxication<\/strong>. It comes when we feel superior due to our wealth, beauty, knowledge, or status. Pride blinds us to our faults and separates us from others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hindu scriptures remind us that <strong>humility is a sign of true wisdom<\/strong>. All great saints and sages were humble\u2014not because they were weak, but because they saw the divine in everyone. Pride makes us small by making others seem smaller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like a balloon, ego rises but bursts easily. The wise keep their feet on the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong>Matsarya (Jealousy or Envy)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Jealousy is the pain we feel when others succeed. It creates poison in the heart\u2014making us restless, bitter, and resentful. Instead of being happy for others, we want to pull them down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Hinduism, jealousy is a <strong>deep ignorance<\/strong>\u2014it means we have forgotten our own unique journey. No two people have the same karma, destiny, or lessons to learn. Envy means we are looking outward instead of inward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cure is <strong>self-awareness and gratitude<\/strong>. When we celebrate others, we open ourselves to joy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Path to Liberation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These six enemies\u2014<strong>Kama, Krodha, Lobha, Moha, Mada, and Matsarya<\/strong>\u2014are not outside forces. They are habits of the mind that can be understood, tamed, and eventually transcended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hinduism doesn\u2019t say \u201cdestroy\u201d your senses or emotions. It says <strong>master them<\/strong>. Train the charioteer (your mind) through self-discipline, reflection, and spiritual practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Practices like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meditation (Dhyana)<\/strong> to calm the mind<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Selfless service (Seva)<\/strong> to dissolve ego<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Study of scriptures (Svadhyaya)<\/strong> for wisdom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Devotion (Bhakti)<\/strong> to soften the heart<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When these inner enemies are conquered, the soul is free. Then, you no longer live in bondage to reactions\u2014you live in <strong>peace<\/strong>, <strong>clarity<\/strong>, and <strong>spiritual freedom<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The six enemies are part of every human experience. No one is born free from them. But <strong>awareness is the first step to freedom<\/strong>. As Hinduism beautifully teaches, the same senses and mind that bind us can also liberate us\u2014if we train them with wisdom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t need to become a monk or renounce the world. You just need to recognize these enemies within and choose\u2014every day\u2014to be a little more aware, a little less reactive, and a little more kind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because the war is not out there. The true battle is <strong>within<\/strong>. And victory begins with knowing your enemy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Getting Away from the Enemies of the Human Mind: A Hindu Perspective on Conquering Desire, Anger, Greed, Attachment, Pride, and Jealousy<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Hinduism is not just a religion of rituals, gods, and temples\u2014it is a <strong>science of the mind<\/strong> and a <strong>guide to liberation<\/strong>. It looks deeply into the human condition and identifies six powerful internal enemies that trap us in cycles of suffering. These are: <strong>Kama (Desire), Krodha (Anger), Lobha (Greed), Moha (Attachment), Mada (Pride), and Matsarya (Jealousy)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Together, they are called <strong>Shadripu<\/strong>\u2014the six ripus (enemies) of the human soul. The goal of life, according to Hindu philosophy, is to realize the true Self (Atman) and attain liberation (<em>moksha<\/em>)\u2014freedom from the cycle of birth and death (<em>samsara<\/em>). But these enemies keep us tied to illusion (<em>Maya<\/em>) and suffering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us explore how to <strong>recognize, understand, and overcome<\/strong> each of these inner enemies with the help of ancient Hindu teachings and scriptures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Overcoming Desire (Kama)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Desire (<em>Kama<\/em>) in itself is not evil. As <strong>Bhagavad Gita 3.39<\/strong> says:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cAvritam j\u00f1\u0101nam etena j\u00f1\u0101ninah nitya-vairina, k\u0101ma-r\u016bpena kaunteya duspurena analena cha\u201d<\/em><br><em>\u201cThis desire is the eternal enemy of the wise. It burns like fire and is never satisfied.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Your <strong>body needs desire<\/strong> to function\u2014it needs food, shelter, and rest. This is <strong>body\u2019s dharma<\/strong>, its natural way. However, problems arise when these physical needs <strong>overflow into the mind<\/strong>. When eating becomes gluttony or sexual need turns into obsession, you become a <strong>slave of pleasure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The solution<\/strong> lies in awareness. Let desire serve the body\u2014not control the mind. Be present with your senses, but not <strong>possessed by them<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cYou are not the body, nor the mind. You are the witness.\u201d \u2014 Upanishads<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Overcoming Anger (Krodha)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Anger (<em>Krodha<\/em>) arises when your <strong>desires are frustrated<\/strong>. You want something, and it doesn\u2019t happen\u2014so you explode. Anger blinds the intellect and leads to destructive choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Bhagavad Gita 2.63<\/strong> explains this psychological chain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cFrom desire comes attachment; from attachment, anger is born. From anger arises delusion; from delusion, the memory is confused; from confused memory, reason is destroyed; and when reason is destroyed, the person perishes.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>To overcome anger, you must <strong>break the chain before it grows<\/strong>. Anger cannot be suppressed but must be <strong>understood<\/strong>. What expectation led to the anger? Is it realistic? Is it worth your peace?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Practice:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take a deep breath before reacting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forgive. Not for others, but for your <strong>freedom<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Overcoming Greed (Lobha)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Greed (<em>Lobha<\/em>) is the urge for <strong>more<\/strong>\u2014more wealth, more possessions, more status. But <strong>greed never ends<\/strong>. As <strong>Bhagavad Gita 3.37<\/strong> says, greed is a <strong>fire that can never be satisfied.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>\u201cHe who is satisfied with whatever comes by chance, who has passed beyond dualities, is free from envy and steady in both success and failure, is never bound.\u201d \u2014 <em>Gita 4.22<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Greed blinds you to <strong>what you already have<\/strong>. It creates comparison and competition, and you begin to measure life in numbers, not joy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hinduism teaches:<\/strong> Greed is born when your <strong>inner conscience is clouded by illusion<\/strong>. Lord Krishna calls this illusion <strong>Maya<\/strong>\u2014a spiritual blindness. You chase things that don\u2019t last, forgetting the <strong>divine treasure inside you<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To overcome greed:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Contemplate on God (<em>Ishwar Chintan<\/em>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Live simply. Share what you have.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice gratitude.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As illusion (<em>Maya<\/em>) fades, so does greed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Overcoming Attachment (Moha)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Attachment (<em>Moha<\/em>) means <strong>clinging to the temporary<\/strong>\u2014to people, objects, roles, or even ideas. It creates fear of loss and blocks spiritual clarity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Kathopanishad<\/strong> uses a metaphor:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cKnow the Self as the rider in a chariot, the body as the chariot, the intellect as the charioteer, and the mind as the reins. The senses are the horses, and the roads they travel are the objects of the senses.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>When your mind clings to the objects (horses), it loses the destination\u2014<strong>Self-realization<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Attachment makes you think <em>\u201cThis is mine\u201d<\/em>, but nothing is truly yours. Everything is <strong>on loan<\/strong> from nature. Letting go is not rejection\u2014it is <strong>understanding impermanence<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Overcoming Moha:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Accept change as natural.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Love without clinging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve without expectations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Overcoming Pride (Mada)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pride (<em>Mada<\/em>) is a subtle poison. It may come from wealth, intelligence, beauty, or power. It creates <strong>ego<\/strong> and separates you from others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Bhagavad Gita 16.18<\/strong> warns:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cBewildered by false ego, strength, pride, lust and anger, the demoniac become envious of the Supreme and of others.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>In truth, nothing you \u201cown\u201d is truly yours. Your body, your mind, your skills\u2014are all gifts of the universe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pride clouds humility and blocks wisdom. Even sages fall if pride enters their heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Practice humility<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bow to the divine in others.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Listen more, speak less.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve others without superiority.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>True strength lies not in <strong>raising yourself<\/strong>, but in <strong>lifting others<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Overcoming Jealousy (Matsarya)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Jealousy (<em>Matsarya<\/em>) is the sadness at <strong>someone else\u2019s happiness<\/strong>. It arises when you see others succeed and feel that it takes something away from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But as <strong>Hinduism teaches<\/strong>, <strong>everyone has their unique karma and path<\/strong>. Your life is your sacred journey. Comparing it to someone else\u2019s is like comparing the <strong>sun and the moon<\/strong>\u2014both shine in their own time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To overcome jealousy:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Focus on your growth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Celebrate others&#8217; success.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remember: No one can take what is destined for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Bhagavad Gita 12.13\u201314<\/strong> describes the highest devotee:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cHe who is free from envy, friendly and compassionate, free from possessiveness and ego, steady in joy and sorrow, forgiving and content\u2014is dear to Me.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Freedom is Possible<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These six enemies are powerful\u2014but <strong>not invincible<\/strong>. Hinduism gives us practical tools:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Self-inquiry (Vichara)<\/strong> \u2013 Who am I?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meditation (Dhyana)<\/strong> \u2013 Watch the mind like a witness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Devotion (Bhakti)<\/strong> \u2013 Surrender to the Divine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wisdom (Jnana)<\/strong> \u2013 Study scriptures and truth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Righteous living (Dharma)<\/strong> \u2013 Live with purity and purpose.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember: <strong>You are not the mind, not the body\u2014you are the Atman<\/strong>, the eternal soul beyond all enemies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>battlefield is within<\/strong>, but so is the <strong>divine warrior<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Life is not just about conquering the world\u2014it\u2019s about <strong>conquering yourself<\/strong>. The six enemies\u2014desire, anger, greed, attachment, pride, and jealousy\u2014are challenges every human being must face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But Hinduism doesn\u2019t condemn these emotions\u2014it teaches us how to <strong>transform them<\/strong>. Like turning poison into medicine, these enemies can become teachers. By understanding and transcending them, you don\u2019t just live\u2014you awaken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let your mind be the <strong>wise charioteer<\/strong>, your senses be tamed horses, and your soul the shining traveler\u2014headed toward <strong>liberation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<!--CusAds0-->\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover the six deadly enemies of the human mind\u2014desire, anger, greed, attachment, pride, and jealousy\u2014according to Hindu philosophy. 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