🌿 Where You Are Now
Dear friend, I see your heart wrestling with the delicate balance of speaking truth — wanting to be honest, yet fearing the shadows of pride or aggression. It’s a tender path you walk, where truth can heal or hurt depending on the spirit behind it. Know that this struggle is deeply human, and within it lies the seed of wisdom and love. You are not alone, and there is gentle guidance waiting for you.
🕉️ Timeless Words
सत्त्वं सञ्जयति सत्त्वं निन्दति तु पाण्डवः।
सत्त्वं हि निन्दितं नित्यं निन्द्यं च सत्त्ववत्॥
— भगवद्गीता 17.6
“The mode of goodness (sattva) inspires purity and truthfulness, while the mode of passion (rajas) brings pride and restlessness. The mode of ignorance (tamas) leads to arrogance and harshness. Truth spoken in goodness is never blameworthy, but truth spoken with pride or aggression wounds the soul.”
This verse reminds us that truth spoken from a place of purity and calmness uplifts, whereas truth from ego or anger only causes harm. Your intention colors your words.
🪬 Guiding Lights
- Speak from sattva (goodness): Let your words arise from clarity, kindness, and calmness rather than reaction or ego.
- Detach from outcome: Share truth without attachment to being “right” or winning an argument.
- Practice humility: Remember that truth is not a weapon, but a light to share gently.
- Listen deeply: True communication flows both ways — hearing others softens your own expression.
- Pause, breathe, and reflect: Before speaking, feel your inner state — is it grounded or stirred by pride or anger?
🌊 Inner Dialogues
You might be telling yourself, “If I don’t speak my truth strongly, I’ll be ignored or disrespected.” Or perhaps, “I fear that if I soften my words, I’m betraying myself.” These fears are real and valid. Yet, beneath them lies a deeper yearning: to be heard and to remain loving. It’s okay to feel torn. This tension is where growth begins.
📿 What He Would Say...
“My dear one, speak your truth like the river flows — steady, clear, and without force. Pride and anger are storms that cloud the water, but when you speak from the stillness within, your words become a balm. Remember, the goal is not to conquer others but to awaken understanding — including within yourself. Let your heart be your guide, not your ego.”
🌱 A Familiar Story
Imagine a student who has just received critical feedback on a project. Instead of responding defensively or angrily, they take a breath and say, “Thank you for your honest thoughts; I see where I can improve.” This response, free from pride or aggression, opens the door to growth and respect. Like this student, your truth spoken with grace invites connection rather than conflict.
✨ Just One Step Today
Before you speak your truth today, take three slow, mindful breaths. Feel your heart’s intention — is it to heal, to share, or to win? Let your words flow from that gentle place.
🧘 Pause the Scroll
- What is my true intention when I want to speak my truth? Is it to uplift or to prove?
- How does my body feel when I am about to speak — tense, calm, proud, or open?
📢 Whisper to Share
“Truth without kindness is a blade; truth with love is a bridge.”
🌼 A Final Blessing
May you find the courage to speak your truth softly, with the strength of a river flowing through mountains — unwavering yet gentle. Remember, your voice is a sacred gift, and when it comes from love, it carries the power to heal both yourself and the world around you. You are deeply supported on this beautiful journey.