Just as the lotus naturally seeks light, the soul naturally seeks the truth, peace and happiness.

By: B.K. Dr. Savita   
Source: The Daily Guardian https://epaper.thedailyguardian.com/2026/06/12/e-paper-today-delhi-13-june-2026/   
Dated: June 13th, 2026

The lotus flower grows in muddy water, but it remains untouched by the dirt around it. It does not complain about the mud, resist the water, or compare itself with the flowers beside it. Quietly and steadily, it turns toward the sunlight and continues to bloom. This beautiful image carries a spiritual lesson for our life.

Every soul is originally pure, peaceful, and full of positivity. Just as the lotus naturally seeks light, the soul naturally seeks truth, peace, and happiness. However, when we become too focused on negativity, criticism, jealousy, fear, or past mistakes, we lose awareness of our original qualities and become trapped in emotional suffering.

Many people spend years replaying painful memories, regretting old decisions, or blaming others for their unhappiness. Some constantly compare themselves with others and feel jealous when someone else succeeds. Others become stuck in complaints about circumstances, relationships, or the behaviour of people around them. While these reactions may seem natural, they slowly drain our inner power. They pull our attention away from growth and keep us emotionally tied to the “mud” of life. After all, it is our thoughts that create our experience of life. When we repeatedly think about weaknesses, failures, or injustice, we strengthen those very feelings within ourselves. The mind becomes heavy, restless, and negative. But when we focus on solutions instead of problems, virtues instead of weaknesses, and learning instead of blaming, we begin to experience inner freedom.

Positivity does not mean ignoring difficulties or pretending that pain does not exist. The lotus grows in mud; it does not escape from it. In the same way, spiritual strength does not come from avoiding challenges, but from remaining stable and elevated while facing them. A positive person acknowledges difficult situations but refuses to become bitter or defeated by them. Instead of asking, “Why is this happening to me?” they ask, “What can I learn from this experience?”

One of the greatest obstacles to progress is living in the past. The past cannot be changed, no matter how much we replay it in our minds. Brooding over mistakes only weakens self-respect and confidence. The soul begins to believe that it is flawed or incapable. The remedy is to practise self-forgiveness and self-transformation. Every day is a new opportunity to create elevated thoughts, pure actions, and a better future.

Similarly, blaming others for our emotional state keeps us dependent and powerless. True spiritual maturity comes when we take responsibility for our thoughts and responses. People may behave negatively, situations may become difficult, and life may not always go according to our expectations. But our inner peace should not be controlled by external circumstances. Like the lotus, we can remain detached from the negativity around us while continuing to blossom.

Jealousy and comparison are also major barriers to happiness. Every soul has a unique journey. When we compare ourselves with others, we forget our own value. Instead of appreciating our strengths, we focus on what we lack. This creates insecurity and dissatisfaction. Spiritual wisdom lies in appreciating others while continuing our own journey with dignity and self-respect.

Life becomes lighter and more fulfilling when we stop fighting every situation and start focusing on inner growth. When we accept what cannot be changed and direct our energy towards what can be improved within ourselves, we begin to experience peace. And when we nourish the mind with pure thoughts, meaningful actions, and spiritual understanding, there is happiness.

Meditation, positive thinking, and regular self-reflection help us remain connected to our inner light. Rajyoga meditation is a highly effective way to reconnect with the soul’s original qualities of peace, love, purity, wisdom, and joy. When the mind is connected to this inner light, negativity gradually loses its hold.

The lotus teaches us that circumstances do not define us; our response to them does. Mud may surround the flower, but it cannot stop it from blooming. In the same way, challenges, criticism, or past experiences cannot prevent us from growing unless we allow them to control our minds.

A truly positive person is not one who has a perfect life, but one who continues to rise above negativity with faith, courage, and inner stability. When we stop looking backward in regret, or looking outward in blame, we begin to look upward towards the light of higher consciousness. And just like the lotus, we bloom naturally, beautifully, and peacefully.

B.K. Dr. Savita is a Rajyoga teacher at the Brahma Kumaris headquarters in Abu Road, Rajasthan.