
Chapter 2 · Sankhya Yoga
Distracted by Desire · The Cost of Chasing Pleasure
Meaning
"For those whose minds are captivated by pleasure and power, the resolute intellect needed for meditation is never formed."
Explanation
Krishna explains why attachment to pleasure and status makes it hard to develop the focused, steady mind needed for deeper practice.
Today's Life Lesson
Notice today if the pursuit of comfort or status is pulling your focus away from what truly matters.