Battle – A Life Tale
Age: 64 | Wife: 60 | Income: (Pension) | Children: Two (male and female) – settled
Introduction
Life is a battle — not just with the world, but within ourselves. From childhood to the final breath, each day is a journey through struggles, hopes, and meaning.
Current Situation
- Monthly Income: (pension)
- Children are independent and settled
- Health: Moderate and manageable
- Goal: To live the remaining life meaningfully and peacefully
Ideal Path Ahead
1. Financial Freedom
- Create an emergency fund equal to 6 months of expenses
- Maintain daily expenses within ₹1,500 – ₹1,800
2. Spiritual Living
- Practice morning meditation or prayer
- Read one chapter of a spiritual/philosophical book daily
- Engage in small acts of service at local temples, schools, or NGOs
3. Physical Health
- Morning walk or light yoga
- Nutritious meals with less salt and oil
- Monthly health checkups
4. Creative Expression
- Write blogs sharing life wisdom and experiences
- Document philosophical thoughts for younger generations
- Continue this life tale “Yuddham” as an ongoing reflective journey
Next Chapter
We have spent years forgetting ourselves in the name of responsibilities. Now is the time to remember who we are. This battle is no longer for survival – it is for inner peace, for joy within.
On the first of every month, I open my old notebook. On the top of the page, I write just one word: Expenses.
The list goes like this:
Rent: ₹7,000
Internet + TV: ₹1,000
Mobile Bill: ₹600
Electricity: ₹1,000
Maid (female): ₹3,000
Fuel / Travel: ₹2,000
Total: ₹14,600
Pension:source
Remaining:
People say, “You must be relaxed now.”
That is my true battlefield now.
Savings The rest is for our food, health, occasional small joys, and peaceful days.
I've realized — living well doesn’t mean spending more; it means finding peace with less.
My wife remains my strength. In her cup of morning coffee, there’s love. In her calm, there’s wisdom. And in this simplicity, we find a whole world.
“We are happy. We are safe. We are fighters.”
💫 We Are Happy. We Are Safe. We Are Fighters.
We have seen life in all its colors — joy, struggle, duty, loss, love.
Now, in the twilight of our lives, we say this with calm confidence:
> We are happy.
Not because we have everything — but because we have enough.
We smile together over simple tea, a morning walk, or a remembered memory.
Our hearts are full, though our hands may be light.
> We are safe.
Not because the world is perfect — but because we have each other.
In a world that keeps rushing, we have found our quiet corner.
In this home, there is warmth. In this bond, there is shelter.
> We are fighters.
Not the kind who shout — but the kind who endure.
We fought through worries, through uncertainty.
And we stood tall, day by day, month by month — quietly, together.
Life did not break us. It built us.
🔥 Steps to Total Control
- Morning Clarity – 5 mins silence / breath focus
- Daily Discipline – Live intentionally
- Emotional Mastery – Respond, not react
- Night Reflection – Write: What did I control today?
Control = Awareness + Presence, not Domination.
Here is a clear and concise version of the Buddhist Sutras and Life Guidelines
🪔 Buddhism – Sutras & Life Guidelines
1️⃣ The Four Noble Truths
1. Dukkha – Suffering exists in life.
2. Samudaya – Suffering has a cause (craving, ignorance).
3. Nirodha – The end of suffering is possible.
4. Magga – There is a path to end suffering.
2️⃣ The Noble Eightfold Path
The path to liberation, known as the Middle Way:
1. Right View – Understand reality and the Four Noble Truths.
2. Right Thought – Cultivate good intentions, avoid ill will.
3. Right Speech – Speak truthfully and kindly.
4. Right Action – Behave ethically and harmlessly.
5. Right Livelihood – Earn a living in a moral way.
6. Right Effort – Develop positive states of mind.
7. Right Mindfulness – Be aware of body, mind, and feelings.
8. Right Concentration – Practice focused meditation.
3️⃣ The Five Precepts
Basic moral guidelines for lay Buddhists:
1. Do not harm any living being.
2. Do not steal.
3. Avoid sexual misconduct.
4. Do not lie.
5. Avoid intoxicants.
4️⃣ Famous Teachings of the Buddha
"Be a light unto yourself."
"Avoid evil, do good, and purify your mind."
"Mind is the forerunner of all actions."
"Nirvana is the highest happiness."
5️⃣ Core Buddhist Values
Loving-kindness (Metta)
Compassion (Karuna)
Empathetic joy (Mudita)
Equanimity (Upekkha)
Mindfulness
Wisdom
Patience
Non-attachment
🌿 Why Follow Buddhist Guidelines?
They bring peace of mind, ethical living, and inner clarity.
Emphasize self-responsibility, awareness, and freedom from suffering.
A practical path that suits people of all ages and backgrounds.
explanation of key Buddhist life-guiding principles (జీవిత మార్గదర్శకాలు) including Anatta (అనాత్మ), Anicca (అనిత్య), and Pratītyasamutpāda (పటిచ్చ సముత్పాద / ప్రతిత్య సముత్పాదం):
Buddhist Life-Guiding Principles
1. అనాత్మ (Anatta) – Not-Self
ఈ లోకంలో శాశ్వతమైన స్వరూపముతో ఉన్న "నేను" అనే మనస్సు లేకుండా, ప్రతి వస్తువూ మరియు జీవి అనేక కారణాల వల్ల ఏర్పడిన అస్థిర రూపమే. "నేను", "నాది" అనే భావన తప్పిదమైన అహంకార భావన.
There is no permanent or unchanging "self." All beings and phenomena arise due to conditions and have no intrinsic identity. The sense of "I" or "mine" is a mental construct based on ignorance.
2. అనిత్య (Anicca) – Impermanence
ప్రపంచంలో ఉన్న ప్రతి వస్తువు, జీవి, అనుభూతి కూడా మారిపోతూనే ఉంటుంది. శాశ్వతత అనే భావన వాస్తవానికి విరుద్ధమైనది.
Everything in existence is impermanent. All forms, sensations, and experiences are constantly changing. Holding onto them leads to suffering.
3. పటిచ్చ సముత్పాదం / ప్రతిత్య సముత్పాదం (Pratītyasamutpāda) – Dependent Origination
ఏదీ ఒక్కటి సొంతంగా లేదు. ప్రతి విషయం మరొకదానిపైన ఆధారపడి ఉంటుంది. ఇది "కారణ-ఫల సంబంధం" అని పిలవబడుతుంది. ఇది బుద్ధుని బోధనల లోతైన తాత్వికతను తెలియజేస్తుంది.
Nothing exists independently. Everything arises in dependence upon multiple causes and conditions. This is called "Dependent Origination" or "Cause and Effect." It's central to Buddhist philosophy and breaks the illusion of separateness.
💠 ముగింపు | Conclusion
బుద్ధుని బోధనలు మానవుని సత్యాన్వేషణలో దారితీసే శాంతి మార్గాలు. ఇవి మనం కలిగించే అపోహలను తొలగించి, నిజమైన విముక్తిని సాధించేందుకు ఉపకరిస్తాయి.
The Buddha's teachings are pathways to peace, freeing the mind from illusions and leading to liberation through wisdom and awareness.
ఇక్కడ బౌద్ధ త్రిరత్నాలు (Three Jewels of Buddhism)
🪷 త్రిరత్నాలు (Triratnas / Three Jewels):
1. బుద్ధం శరణం గచ్చామి
I take refuge in the Buddha
(బుద్ధుడిలో శరణు పొందుతాను)
2. ధర్మం శరణం గచ్చామి
I take refuge in the Dhamma (Teachings)
(ధర్మంలో శరణు పొందుతాను)
3. సంఘం శరణం గచ్చామి
I take refuge in the Sangha (Community of Monks)
(సంఘంలో శరణు పొందుతాను)
ఈ మూడు త్రిరత్నాలు బౌద్ధమతంలో ఆత్మదీపంగా మారుతాయి — అవి బుద్ధుడు, ధర్మం, మరియు సంఘం అనే మూడు శాశ్వత ఆశ్రయాలను సూచిస్తాయి.
CONCEPT ( development of human relations and human resources )
