abusive words , then you need to be alert and avoid a clash . You may not be affected mentally initially , but even so , if you become aware of a sense of displeasure within you and you are bothered by it , you have to realize that the other person ’ s mind is affecting yours . So you must move out of the way . As your understanding grows , you will be able to avoid conflicts . Liberation is attainable only through avoidance of conflict .
The world has been created through conflicts and perpetuated through revenge . Every human being , in fact every living creature , is capable of harboring revenge . Where there is excessive conflict , they will not leave you without harboring vengeance against you . Whatever it is , it will hold a grudge . This is because there is a Soul present in each and every one . A living being in conflict may let go and suffer because of relative weakness , but an inner grudge is established . This grudge will plant a seed of revenge which will be expressed in your next life .
If a person talks too much , whatever he utters should not ignite conflict within us . To say something annoying to someone for our own ego satisfaction is the biggest offence of all .
Find a Solution , Do Not Endure
To avoid conflict does not mean to tolerate . Your ability to endure is limited . How much can you tolerate ? It would be analogous to compressing a spring . How long can a spring remain compressed ? Therefore , do not learn how to tolerate . Learn how to reach a solution . In the ignorant state one has no choice but to tolerate things . Sooner or later the compressed spring will recoil , causing a lot of damage .
Whatever you have to endure by the acts of others is because of karma account from your past life . You do not
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