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Who are true sanyasis according to Bhagavad Gita?

True sanyasis are those who carry out their duties as prescribed by scriptures, recognizing them as essential, but without yearning for the outcomes. Their renunciation lies in letting go of the fruits of their actions, and thus, they are free from desires for sensory pleasures. This purity of mind earns them the title of sanyasis and yogis. Simply giving up all actions, like stopping rituals such as the sacred Agnihotra, does not make one a sanyasi. Similarly, just abandoning all physical activities and sitting still with half-closed eyes does not make one a yogi. True sanyasis and yogis maintain inner detachment and continue their duties without attachment to results. - Bhagavad Gita 6.1

Prevent Gossip, Cultivate Harmony

यदीच्छसि वशीकर्तुं जगदेकेन कर्मणा | परापवादसस्येभ्यो गां चरन्तीं निवारय || - If you wish to influence the world positively with one action, focus on preventing gossip and slander. Harmful speech spreads negativity and discord, like a cow grazing on fresh grass, ruining its beauty. By stopping such negative talk, you promote harmony and create a positive environment. Controlling speech leads to greater harmony and peace in the world.