When you can sleep comfortably on a simple mattress, why stress about buying an expensive bed?

When simple plates and vessels can hold food, why spend on expensive ones? 

When shelter can be found in basic homes, why struggle to build luxury houses?

The second chapter of the second Skanda of Srimad Bhagavata prompts us to think in this direction.

Focus on what is necessary, not on excess.

We should look for simplicity in life. Meet our basic needs without being driven by the desire for luxury. Instead of constantly chasing wealth or material possessions, we can find contentment in fulfilling our true needs - food, water, shelter, and rest. This approach reduces unnecessary stress and helps us live in harmony with what is available. When we let go of wanting more than we need, we can lead a more peaceful, balanced life, free from the burden of excess.

This will leave us with more time to contemplate upon and achieve higher goals of life.

Knowledge Bank

What are the core beliefs of Sanatana Dharma?

The core beliefs of Sanatana Dharma are: 1. The belief in a single, eternal, and all-pervading reality, which is often referred to as Brahman. 2. The belief in the soul (atman), which is the individual expression of Brahman. 3. The belief in reincarnation, the process by which the soul is reborn into a new body after death. 4. The belief in karma, the law of cause and effect, which governs the cycle of reincarnation. 5. The goal of moksha, liberation from the cycle of reincarnation and union with Brahman.

Which are the six internal enemies of man?

1. Kama - desire 2. Krodha - anger 3. Lobha - greed 4. Moha - ignorance 5. Mada - arrogance 6. Matsarya - desire to compete