You have a right to perform your prescribed duty, but you are not entitled to the fruits of action. Never consider yourself the cause of the results of your activities, and never be attached to not doing your duty.
At Work: Focus on doing your best without worrying about promotions or recognition.
In Relationships: Love and serve without expecting anything in return.
Personal Growth: Practice skills for the joy of learning, not just for achievements.
Take a moment to identify one area of your life where you're too attached to outcomes. How can you apply today's teaching to find more peace in that situation?
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Commentary
This is perhaps the most famous verse of the Bhagavad Gita, encapsulating the essence of Karma Yoga. Krishna teaches us to focus on our actions rather than their results, leading to freedom from anxiety and attachment.