Karma: action, reaction, repercussion

Karma, for those who believe in its existence, is responsible for making the world a little more fair. It is action, reaction and repercussion; also understood as a cause-effect relationship. In other words, sow and reap, give and receive.

Religions, such as Hinduism and Buddhism understand karma as a transcendent energy that is generated from the actions of people. Although there are differences in meaning, their interpretation has a common basis. Energy is transformed and we have the opportunity to learn to channel it. On the other hand, the infinite knot is one of the most representative symbols of karma and symbolizes the interconnection between causes and effects, a cycle that has no end.

The cosmic law of cause-effect: karma

The law of retribution or cause-effect understands that an action is what causes the beginning of the cycle. We continually put this process in motion, so it is normal that some repercussions take years to manifest. Karma is therefore a continuous process, where there is the possibility of change.

Some religions associate karma and reincarnation. They conceive karma as what you have pending and did not complete in a past life. In the 21st century, it may be difficult to understand this concept but the underlying message is key: throughout your life pursue satisfaction through your own actions, love what you do, try not to leave anything undone, and you will find peace.

The 7 laws of karma

Karma should not be understood as revenge from the universe, but as a reflection of your actions, a natural consequence and at the same time an opportunity to become aware. There are 7 basic principles that capture the main essence of karma:

Great law or law of cause-effect.Law of responsibility.Law of connection.Law of change.Law of focus.Law of humility.Law of growth.

The implications of karma

Our expectations, experiences, words… mark our actions. Hinduism and Buddhism consider that there are three factors that generate reactions:

Physical action, such as gestures. Verbal action, such as words. Mental action, such as expectations.

It is true that our behavior is guided by our brain. The different types of actions can vary in their production, sometimes they can be impulsive, unconscious, misguided… Our emotions also influence our actions and do so in a notable way even in those that we believe to be more rational, such as economic ones. To live is to change, so We have invisible cards in our hands with which to play destiny, the repercussion.

Learn from the wisdom of nature

Let us become aware of the power we have when we control the helm of our lives.. Of course, there are factors we don’t control, like a storm igniting in open water. In this sense, it is about intelligently managing the influence we have and not also handing it over to chance because we consider it to be minimal or insufficient. For example, minimizing losses can be what makes the difference in getting to the nearest port and repairing the ship. Between a stopover and shipwreck, as would have happened if we had thrown in the towel.

In fact, Some experts assure that crises are necessary to grow. It makes a lot of sense. If we are aware of the value of our actions and do not attribute negative experiences only to external factors, we have an opportunity to grow. The key is to find a balance between what we give and what we receive, attributing realistic causes and taking advantage of our valuable adaptive capacities.

There are seasons of the year where storms and rain are more frequent. Just like in our lives, there are more difficult moments. Natural disasters are inevitable. Many orchards and crops are destroyed when floods abound. We are natural beings who also feel how some experiences flood us. On those occasions, it’s about turning around and appealing to our ingenuity to survive, to at least not lose when we can’t win.

Just as those orchards and fields can recover thanks to greater effort and care, the same thing happens with our lives. There is always the possibility of changing the cycle of karma through our actions. Let us not forget that any action we take always has consequences – major or minor – on us, as actors and responsible parties.

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