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Mind control

2 verses from the Bhagavad Gita on mind control. Explore teachings across 2 chapters.

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Dhyayato visayan pumsah sangas tesupajayate, sangat sanjayate kamah kamat krodho 'bhijayate

While contemplating the objects of the senses, a person develops attachment for them. From attachment develops desire, and from desire arises anger.

  • Thought leads to attachment
  • Desire stems from attachment
  • Anger arises from unfulfilled desire