avatarA Rustic Mind (Manali Desai)

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The webpage presents a collection of motivational Sanskrit phrases that celebrate the beauty of the language and its ability to inspire strength, grace, and hope, while also emphasizing the importance of compassion and personal responsibility in shaping one's destiny.

Abstract

The article "Sanksrit Phrases For Your Daily Dose of Motivation ~ 2" is a continuation of a previous piece that explores the inspirational power of Sanskrit. It highlights the unique charm of Sanskrit and its profound impact on personal motivation and cultural pride, particularly for those connected to Indian heritage. The phrases shared in the article emphasize the importance of compassion in travel and life, the growth that comes from facing adversity, the elegance of a graceful life, the enduring nature of hope, the call to action to "be the change," and the control one has over their own destiny. Each phrase is accompanied by a brief explanation and a captivating image, creating a multisensory experience that deepens the reader's connection to the wisdom contained within these ancient words.

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  • The author expresses a deep appreciation for Sanskrit, viewing it as a source of inspiration and a link to Indian culture.
  • There is a concern that modern society is losing touch with virtues like kindness and compassion, which are highlighted as essential through the Sanskrit phrases.
  • The article suggests that strength is not just about overcoming adversity but also about maintaining grace and humility in life.
  • The author believes in the power of hope as a driving force in life, as expressed in the phrase "While I live, I hope."
  • A call to action is present, urging individuals to actively contribute to change rather than passively observing the world around

Sanksrit Phrases For Your Daily Dose of Motivation ~ 2

They will make you fall in love with the language and the Indian culture

Note: This story is in continuation of Sanksrit Phrases For Your Daily Dose of Motivation ~1

We all look up quotes and phrases for our daily motivation and inspiration. Sure, there are ample English ones we come across that resonate well with what might be going through.

But Sanskrit has an exotic charm of its own. Here are some which have not only inspired me in my tough times, but they truly make me proud of belonging to the land from where the language originated, aka India.

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1. यात्रयम् सखा जीवनम् करुना

Yaatrayam Sakha Jeevane Karuna

Kindness and compassion are becoming forgotten virtues in today’s world. We live in times where materialism is taking over our lives and we prefer ‘virtual companions’ over real ones. This Sanskrit quote meaning “In travel, a companion, in life, compassion”, reminds us to be a companion and be compassionate through its

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2. प्रतिकुल्तायह् शक्तिह​

Pratikultaayah Shaktiha

Life consists of good and bad times for everyone. But in adverse times we must remember that our strength is only through adversity and how we survive it. The quote here translates to “strength through adversity” reminding us to be strong.

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3. शक्तिह क्रुपायुक्तम् जिवन्मस्ति

Shaktiha Krupayuktam Jeevanmasti

In the race for recognition and attention, we forget just how beautiful and necessary ‘grace’ is. The meaning of this Sanksrit quote is “Strength is having a graceful life” reminding us to stay humble.

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4. यदाहम् जिवामि आशास्ते

Yadaaham Jeevami Ahmashanse

This is one of those Sanskrit quotes which though simple is quite true and inspiration. With its meaning of “While I live, I hope” it reminds us of the power and necessity of hope in our lives.

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5. तत्परिवर्त्नम् भव​

Tatparivartanam Bhava

This Sanskrit quote simply means “Be the change”. Aren’t we all always complaining about the state of things around us? Well, maybe it’s time we took things in our hand and bring about the change we want to see.

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6. मम नियतिम् नियछ्मि

Mum Niyatim Niychami

We tend to forget that we’re the ones responsible for our actions and it is these actions which pave our destinies. “I control my destiny” meaning Mum Niyatim Niychami in Sanskrit, reminds us to take things on our hands.

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Note: A different version of this article was originally published on TopYaps.com

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