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If you apply the song of the 18 ities (written by swami and yogi Swami Sivananda) to your life, you will grow as a person. The words of the ities are like mantras.
The beauty of the ‘Song of the 18 ities’ is also in the connection between the ities. You keep using the new insights you have gained. The one ity may be easy, the other one may be a challenge.
1. Serenity
A moment of serenity, that’s where it all starts. In a state of serenity, your mind is quiet, there’s nothing that disturbs your thoughts.
2. Regularity
Habits get into your system. It takes time to change.
3. Absence of vanity
What is beautiful and what isn’t? Saying goodbye to vanity also means: raising above your ego.
4. Sincerity
Be sincere, not just towards others, but also to yourself. Put off your mask, acknowledge your mistakes and oddities. Learn to accept who you are.
5. Simplicity
What’s the most important thing you want to do today? Do that. The rest will come. Keep things simple and manageable.
6. Veracity
Don’t exaggerate things, don’t change the facts, speak the truth, don’t contradict yourself. It is possible to be fair, yet friendly and respectful?
7. Equanimity
Every dark cloud has a silver lining – sadness is part of life, but so is joy.
8. Fixity
If you can keep your thoughts and emotions from playing pinball depending on what is happening around you, you’re able to focus your attention.
9. Non-irritability
There’s always something in the way between your plans and real life. But you know what the good news is? You know it will happen, so keep it in mind, make sure there’s time and space for it.
10. Flexibility
It’s about being able to adapt to every situation: what does this situation need, right now?
11. Humility
No one is worth less than you, and no one is worth more than you.
12. Tenacity
What’s your goal in life? If you’re able to keep it in mind, you will be steadfast.
13. Integrity
The things you do and say, are loving and trustworthy.
14. Nobility
Being willing to see the good in other people. Be friendly and respectful, motivate others and show your appreciation of what they do.
15. Magnanimity
It’s forgiving by giving. Judging actions, not the actor. It’s difficult, it takes time.
16. Charity
It’s about actions of love. Taking care of others. Helping.
17. Generosity
Look at yourself as a guardian of things, not as an owner. You can give stuff away to people who need them.
18. Purity
Your environment needs to be clean and pure. It’s a metaphor: if your windows are clean, you can have a clear look. Glass is like a mirror. Through yourself, you see the world.
Photo: Rocksana Rocksana
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