Mudita!

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All of you would be thinking, "What is MUDITA?" It is a Pali word that means "JOY" and "PLEASURE". It is a kind of joy and pleasure that is obtained from seeing other people do well.

MUDITA-Feeling joy for others!

In the English dictionary, there’s a word for feeling people's pain and sorrow, but not for feeling others' joy. I adore the Pali word "MUDITA" and believe it is a strong indicator of self-satisfaction. It is important to remember that mudita is a pure form of pleasure, and it can be easily gained by another's accomplishments without any form of selfishness or self-interest involved.

It is taught in Buddhism as a way of having infinite joy that can be enjoyed at without any special access. Though this kind of joy is most difficult to achieve, it can greatly enhance the life of one who achieves it.

Lastly, listed below are the three powerful mantras that will help you become a good person in your life:

OM TAT SAT: It means "absolute truth is eternal". This mantra appears in Bhagavad Gita and recited especially at the beginning of an important work.

 ~OM NAMO BHAGAVATE VASUDEVAYA: It says, "I offer praise to all the pervading divinity present within the heart, who is the embodiment of beauty, intelligence, strength, wealth, fame, and detachment." And recited especially when seeking insight and guidance.

 ~LOK SAMASTAH SUKHINO BHAVANTU: It says, "May all beings everywhere be happy and free, and may the thoughts, words, and actions of their own lives be attributed in some way to that happiness and to that freedom for all." It is a beautiful reminder to look beyond ourselves and remember our place in the universe.

Miss Aastha Joshi (X-A)