1. Motivation is such a big deal when it comes to pursuing a task. I find that the Bhagavad-Gita talks more of motivation than about it. In the selection 2.71, motivation is evident where it says if one is selfless, they shall be free and be with the Lord. This selection actually brings in the topic of selfishness and that being selfish essentially causes one to be trapped and separated from the Lord. A similar idea goes for the selection 2.47, stating that if one avoids detachment they will receive spiritual awareness. In other words, being selfish is not favourable and connecting with others will bring you a reward of experiencing something greater. Now in the selection 2.48, it actually talks about motivation in the statement. This selection
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In North America, we live a life where we need to work in order to survive. Working puts a roof on our head and food on our plates. When you work you earn money which makes it possible for you to get the things you need. People in North America usually work by the hour, so one gets paid for the amount of time they worked. Effort is not taken into consideration as much. As long as you get the work done and right, you get paid. People do not always go that extra mile or so if it does not mean they are going to get paid more. It is all about being able to keep the job and earning money. I think the dominant message in North America regarding rewards for one’s effort is that your effort translates directly to your reward. If you have a hard job and work overtime you would earn more than a person with an easy job who works a normal work week. It is just that simple.
6. In Matthew 6:25-33 and 19:21-24, Jesus outlines the criteria for acts of goodness, especially those which will allow you to enter Heaven. The reward of entering Heaven deserves works of pure goodness. If one is not willing to do anything it takes or make sacrifices for the sake of goodness, then they are not worthy of entering Heaven. For the clothes on your back, food, and water are meaningless if you have God. People who praise materialistic items are also the same. By giving and helping others, God will reward you by giving you something else in
In North America, we live a life where we need to work in order to survive. Working puts a roof on our head and food on our plates. When you work you earn money which makes it possible for you to get the things you need. People in North America usually work by the hour, so one gets paid for the amount of time they worked. Effort is not taken into consideration as much. As long as you get the work done and right, you get paid. People do not always go that extra mile or so if it does not mean they are going to get paid more. It is all about being able to keep the job and earning money. I think the dominant message in North America regarding rewards for one’s effort is that your effort translates directly to your reward. If you have a hard job and work overtime you would earn more than a person with an easy job who works a normal work week. It is just that simple.
6. In Matthew 6:25-33 and 19:21-24, Jesus outlines the criteria for acts of goodness, especially those which will allow you to enter Heaven. The reward of entering Heaven deserves works of pure goodness. If one is not willing to do anything it takes or make sacrifices for the sake of goodness, then they are not worthy of entering Heaven. For the clothes on your back, food, and water are meaningless if you have God. People who praise materialistic items are also the same. By giving and helping others, God will reward you by giving you something else in