7. Distinguishing Needs of ‘Self’ and ‘Body’
Human beings encompass both the Self and the Body, which have distinct needs. The Self seeks non-material needs such as happiness and knowledge, while the Body requires tangible needs like food and shelter. Misunderstanding these needs can lead to imbalance and dissatisfaction in life. By distinguishing and fulfilling these needs properly, individuals can achieve clarity and harmony in their lives.
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What we have learnt
- The human being is a co-existence of Self (conscious) and Body (physical).
- The Self needs happiness, love, trust, and knowledge, which are qualitative and continuous.
- The Body needs food, shelter, rest, which are physical and temporary.
- Confusing these needs leads to unhappiness and over-dependence on materialism.
- Understanding the difference between the needs helps us live with clarity and harmony, ensuring well-being at all levels – individual, familial, societal, and universal.
Key Concepts
- -- Self
- The conscious entity that desires happiness, knowledge, and peace.
- -- Body
- The physical aspect of a human being that has material needs like food and shelter.
- -- Needs of the Self
- Non-material needs such as love, trust, happiness, and knowledge.
- -- Needs of the Body
- Physical needs that include nourishment, protection, and health.
- -- Right Understanding
- The clarity about existence, purpose, and relationships needed to fulfill the needs of the Self.
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