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Spiritual Progress in the Face of Criticism

There is benefit for you in every situation. If, that is, you know how to look for it.

The idea behind steady spiritual progress is to see every circumstance and situation (particularly those that challenge you) as a tailor-made lesson in your personal plan for self-development.

For example, in a situation where hurtful or angry words were exchanged, why not see it as a chance to perceive things about your own character which needs changing, or to rehearse some virtue or quality that you need to put into practice more often? Actually, we should be grateful for the opportunity to evaluate ourselves.

In this way you can transform anything into a constructive lesson. Never think that you've learned enough, and that you can now stop. You should love it when people try to correct you, or give you advice. It keeps you alert and gives you plenty of opportunity to put your truth into practice. It's a sign of great danger to be unable to accept criticism, and instead you use your understanding to criticize others. Realize deeply the significance of every moment, and your spiritual progress will be assured.

Dadi Janki, Wings of soul. 1998 . Published by Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University - www.bkpublications.com