How to be true to the path of inner bliss not deviating from external accomplishments?

 The Quest for Shuddha Sattva: True Spirituality in the Age of Kali

In the pursuit of Brahman—the eternal, infinite consciousness—what is not Brahman is all that is temporary, material, and illusory, defined through the neti neti process ("not this, not that") of Vedantic discernment. Continuous thought without spiritual action traps one in mental speculation, as mere contemplation without practice yields no joy. Spiritual action must begin on day one, embracing uncertainty, for the path to Brahman offers no guaranteed outcome. Yet, many mistake followers and wealth for spiritual success, a delusion rampant in the Kali Yuga’s distorted paradigm.
True spirituality lies in shuddha sattva, the pure goodness where one relishes internal bliss despite external failures. Like Arjuna in the Mahabharata, who faced external chaos yet found stability through Krishna’s guidance, we must tolerate setbacks with patience, seeking internal divine connection. Preaching often becomes a trap, inflating ego; retreating from crowds to internalize spiritual bliss is vital. The akincana avadhuta—a detached, blissful wanderer—embodies this, living simply, sustained by Paramatma’s grace.
A bleeding heart, enriched by internal success, thrives in skimpy living, yearning for the company of a santushta sadhu, content with “yena kenacit” (whatever comes), as described in the Srimad Bhagavatam. O Vishwatma, guide us to such a soul, unaddicted to comforts, whose dharana (focused internalization) radiates pure devotion.
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Analogy: Arjuna’s turmoil and Krishna’s counsel in the Mahabharata mirror the need for internal stability amid external failure, guiding us toward shuddha sattva

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