In our journey towards enlightened citizenship, we often encounter the concept of Karma, derived from the Sanskrit word "Kri," meaning action. In the realm of Karma Yoga, we focus on the essence of work itself, where every action we undertake, whether physical or mental, contributes to our karmic journey. In this article we shall look at two concepts- a) The cause of our Miseries and b) The impact of Character on our life. Contrary to the belief that pleasure is the pinnacle of existence, we realize that both pleasure and pain are transient experiences. Instead, it is through the acquisition of knowledge that we find true fulfillment. This understanding shifts our perspective from seeking pleasure to pursuing knowledge, which Eastern philosophy deems as the ultimate goal of mankind. Also, shaped in our journey of Karma, by a combination of joy and suffering is our Character which reflects the lessons learned along the way. All knowledge, secular or spiritual, is in the human
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