Bhishma Pitamah, the grand patriarch of the Kuru dynasty, remains one of the most respected figures in Indian mythology. Known for his extraordinary vows and exemplary adherence to dharma, Bhishma’s final moments on the battlefield of Kurukshetra are deeply significant. Before dying, Bhishma imparted valuable wisdom which continues to enlighten spiritual seekers, historians, and philosophy enthusiasts. Bhishma’s Final Words: The Teachings on the Bed of Arrows After being mortally wounded in the Mahabharata war by Arjuna with Shikhandi’s help, Bhishma chose to wait for an auspicious time to leave his mortal body. During this time, lying on a bed of arrows, he communicated with Yudhishthira, the eldest Pandava. This dialogue forms a pivotal philosophical discourse encompassing dharma, statecraft, and the principles of righteous living. Bhishma’s final teachings are collectively known as the “Bhishma Parva” and are preserved as the Bhishma Upadesha (Bhishma’s...
A person's "comfort zone" is termed as such because the zone is comfortable and secure. Existing within your comfort zone will only hold you back on your personal development journey because it will cause you to miss out on new and unknown opportunities that will set you outside. Coaches consistently push their clients to move out of their comfort zones by reaching out to new people in their field, starting those passion projects they've been waiting on, or taking risky actions that make them a step closer to attaining their goals. After all, changing one's mindset about risk versus reward is hard to do, especially when reaching back into the comfort zone for safety. 1. Check your body for fear signals Can you remember the last time you were really uncomfortable? What was that like? In which part of your body was it? Was it right there in your chest? Are you having stomach problems? Knowing, therefore, where discomfort manifests in your body can help you become a...