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Happy Diwali

I've been following sister BK Shivani's pravachan for sometime now. A friend of mine had recommended them to me when I was struggling with some situations. I can connect to many of the topics she speaks about. One such topic that keeps recurring is this - 'Accept others as they are'
Obviously this is easier said than done, and not something that can happen overnight. But on sincerely practicing, it truly can bring one peace because you do away with expectations and hence disappointments - which are the key to discontentment in life.

So, this Diwali let's give everyone on our list this one gift -

I ACCEPT YOU AS YOU ARE.

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