The GARUDA PURANA 🦅 What You Sow, So Shall You Reap

Life is not random…it’s a mirror reflecting the seeds we sow through our thoughts, words, and actions. The Garuda Purana teaches us that karma, both good and bad, carries forward, shaping our experiences in this life and the next. As therapists, we see this truth every day…patterns repeat until lessons are consciously learned…

Karma of Anger or Aggression :rage:

🫵🏻You Sow: Irritation, harsh words, or violence
:facepunch:t2:You Reap: Conflict, misunderstandings, emotional tension
:point_up:t2:Lesson: Cultivate patience and empathy

Karma of Dishonesty :face_with_peeking_eye:

🫵🏻You Sow: Lies, manipulation, or deceit
:facepunch:t2:You Reap: Broken trust, relationship struggles, unavoidable truths
:point_up:t2:Lesson: Embrace honesty and integrity

Karma of Neglect or Laziness🥱

🫵🏻You Sow: Avoiding responsibility or growth
:facepunch:t2:You Reap: Missed opportunities, stagnation, repeated setbacks
:point_up:t2:Lesson: Build discipline and proactive habits

Karma of Selfishness😈

🫵🏻You Sow: Self-centeredness or lack of compassion
:facepunch:t2:You Reap: Loneliness, strained bonds, emotional disconnection
:point_up:t2:Lesson: Practice generosity, empathy, and meaningful connection

Karma of Courage and Righteousness💪🏻

🫵🏻You Sow: Ethical choices, standing for truth, helping others
:facepunch:t2:You Reap: Trust, opportunities, spiritual growth
:point_up:t2:Lesson: Strengthen virtues and inner integrity

Takeaway:

Every action has a consequence. Understanding this helps us guide our clients and ourselves toward conscious living, mindful choices, and emotional healing. The Garuda Purana reminds us: the soul always experiences what it has sown.

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