Perfect character lasts till the end of one's life, nay end of all ages; it is immortal and is associated with the Atma. Such immortal qualities are - compassion, kindness, love, forbearance, integrity and patience. Habits form only because of the deeds we indulge in. These habits shape the intelligence. All that we weave in our imagination, our aspirations and deeds, leave an indelible imprint on the mind. Due to these, man makes his own perception of the world. Man’s present condition is the result of his past birth. These habits mould man’s character. Whatever be the nature, just by the process of imagination and practice, it can be modified. A bad person will not remain so always. Did not Angulimala, the dacoit, turn into a good person just by the darshan of Buddha? Did not the thief Ratnakara become Valmiki, the sage? Man has within him the capacity to change his evil propensities and habits. Selfless service, renunciation, devotion, prayer, enquiry - these will enable the inculcation of new svabhava - conduct.
Bagavan Sri Sri Sri Sathya Sai Baba
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