"Never let go of Her hand"..

  Sometime back, i happened to correspond with Ms.Uma Kumar. I have even mentioned her in my previous post 'Miracles are my visiting cards'. She is one among the many ardent devotees of Sri Bala and she had narrated in her blog all amazing events Sri Bala had brought forth in her life.

  I had asked her some specific questions to which she kindly and elaborately responded. After reading it, i felt that i should share it. Those who are facing troubles one way or the other, those who are struggling to find a firm footing in life, those who feel that their attempts towards progression are challenged, those who harbour doubts and uncertainty, those who are faithful and not so faithful..
Everybody should read this, for it simply, is the truth. Read on..

• To a question on why do we get obsessed with our troubles and worry endlessly..

"Well, this is something all of us go through in life- the ups and downs ! Sometimes, it seems that the torrential downpour of worries will never cease; or even if it does let up for a bit, the small streaks of happiness and joy never seems to last long enough- the "cause" and "solution" to your problems lies solely "within" your own self, in your mind.

React less, speak less and avoid impulsive actions. All of us are facing situations where we have financial, emotional, mental worries. We can and must take practical steps to solve these issues, but beyond this, we must leave the ultimate result/scenario to the Lord/ Sri Bala."

• To a question on What should one do while going through a period of turbulence and agitation..

"You say you find peace while reciting HER Kavacham. Actually, this peace springs from the fact that at the time you're praying, you're not allowing other worries to cloud your mind.

 So, increase the time spent in prayers /meditation.

 I'm not saying forget your problems or don't take action. On the contrary, take all the action you need to, after careful deliberation ( not as spontaneous reactions to situations). This will definitely help.

 Then, sit back and pray for Sri Bala to influence the results of your actions.

 She does, will and certainly responds to sincere prayers.

Soon, you will "connect" with Her from your own heart.

 Sri Bala is within each and everyone of us- She is the kundalini Shakthi, the Cosmic Force/ Divine Force that exists within all.

 By continuous meditation on Her, you will come to a calm state that enables this Divine Connection to take place.

 This is the truth. You can experience this yourself and thereafter, your life will be transformed !"

• To a question on why we seem to think that we are not getting a response from Sri Bala on our prayers..

"You will get an answer from Her in a manner that is uniquely adapted to your nature. All of us make mistakes. Yet, She, in Her infinite compassion will guide us beautifully when we surrender to Her with full faith! "

• To a question on why we expect instant gratification for our problems..

" Most of us require instant gratification. We expect miracles to happen before we place complete faith in God.

 Well, newsflash for you- most of us, don't get our problems solved. Still, we must cling on to God, because HE/SHE ( our Ishta Deivam) gives us hope. We need to have hope/ positive attitude.

 Not even God can grant us all we crave for, because our Karmas might dictate otherwise."

• On Struggles, acceptance and harboring faith..

"Just BE--Go with every situation. Don't fight it- accept it. Try to work in the present, doing the best you can, at a practical level , to rectify your problems.

 If things improve, thank HER. If they don't also--- Thank Her- because your situation could have been far worse.

 We, in our ignorance, see only a small part of our lives being played out at present. She knows the WHOLE plan and will see to it that the little bits and pieces fit inside nicely, in the jig saw puzzle that is our LIFE-

 Don't worry, just keep talking to Sri Bala inside your heart.

 She'll hold your hand and walk beside you in both sorrow and joy. Never let go of Her hand :)"

Never let go of her hand..
Sri Bala Charanam.