Desiring the Result of Your Karma !!

Abstract:

According to the Bhagavad Gita, the idea of "not worrying or desiring the result of your karma" does not mean a complete lack of motivation, but rather a shift in focus from the outcome to the act of doing your duty with dedication, thus releasing attachment to the results which can lead to suffering and anxiety; the motivation comes from performing your karma with a sense of righteousness and selflessness. 

Key points to consider:

The true meaning of detachment:

"Detachment" in the Gita does not mean apathy or not caring about the results, but rather not being overly attached to them or letting your happiness depend solely on achieving a specific outcome. 

Focus on the action:

The emphasis is on performing your duty with full awareness and commitment, without being driven by the desire for personal gain or reward. 

Inner peace and liberation:

By letting go of attachment to results, one can experience inner peace and liberation from the cycle of karma, which is ultimately the goal. 

"Desiring the result of your karma" 

Desiring the result of your karma" means to actively wish for or anticipate the positive outcomes or consequences that should arise from your good actions, essentially wanting to see the "payoff" for your kind deeds, believing that the universe will reward you with good things in return for your positive karma. 

Key points about this concept:

Cause and Effect:

Karma is based on the principle of cause and effect, where your actions (cause) create consequences (effect) in your life, either positive or negative. 

Positive Intention:

While desiring good karma is generally seen as a positive motivation, it's important to focus on performing good deeds with a pure intention, not solely for the expected reward. 

Detachment:

Some spiritual traditions emphasize the importance of performing actions without attachment to the results, meaning you should do good deeds simply because they are the right thing to do, not to gain something in return. 

Example situations:

Someone who consistently volunteers at a homeless shelter might "desire the result of their karma" by hoping that their acts of kindness will bring them good health, happiness, or positive experiences in their own life. 

A person who practices forgiveness towards others might hope that this act of compassion will lead to more harmonious relationships and positive interactions in the future. 

Types of Karma

There are several types of karma, including:

Prarabdha karma: The karma that is experienced in the present life, and is a part of sanchita karma. It is the karma that is inherited from past lives, but is meant to be dealt with in the current lifetime. 

Sanchita karma: The sum of one's past karma. It is believed that sanchita karma is a warehouse of information that can be used to gain knowledge from the beginning of creation. 

Kriyamana karma: The karma that is being performed in the present. It is the karma that a person is creating in their current lifetime, and it will shape future births. 

Agami karma: The result of current decisions and actions. It is the karma that is created in the current moment. 

Ayu karma: A type of karma in Jainism that confers a certain amount of life in one of the four states of existence. The four types of ayu karmas are deva ayu, manusya ayus, tiryancha ayu, and naraka ayu. 

Jnanavarniya: A type of karma in Jainism that is knowledge-obscuring. 

Darshanavarniya: A type of karma in Jainism that is perception-obscuring. 

Antar ya: A type of karma in Jainism that is obstructive. 

Mohniya: A type of karma in Jainism that is deluding. 

Nam: A type of karma in Jainism that is body-determining. 

Gotra: A type of karma in Jainism that is status-determining. 

Good Karma 

Good karma is the result of good deeds done for others, while bad karma is the result of intentionally harming others. In Buddhism, Hinduism, and some other religions, karma is the force produced by a person's actions in one life that influences what happens to them in future lives. 

Here are some ways to build good karma:

Offer a compliment

Make a good recommendation

Find someone a job

Offer thanks

Give away something valuable

Teach someone to do something

Listen

Practice kindness, compassion, love of self, and responsibility for your words and actions 

Conclusions

Karma is the belief that the things you do in life will eventually return to you, either in this life or the next. It is all about being aware of and intentional about what you do and how you treat others. Everything you do adds up to the kind of karma you attract. So, to live a good life filled with kindness, generosity, and success — both now and in the future — live each day with intention.