
Chapter 18 · Moksha Sanyasa Yoga
A Moment's Reflection · Preventing Avoidable Harm
Meaning
"Action begun out of delusion, without regard for consequence, loss, injury, or one's own ability, is declared to be tamasic."
Explanation
Acting impulsively, without any thought for consequences or your own real capacity, tends to cause harm that a moment's honest reflection could have prevented.
Today's Life Lesson
Before acting impulsively today, take one honest moment to consider the consequences and your real capacity.