Understanding the unexpected results:

It is natural for us to have certain expectations from the actions that we undertake. It is quite possible that sometimes the results of our actions do not match our expected results. In such a case, it is quite natural that we feel disappointed. We should know clearly why the results obtained do not match the expected results. Why should the result be so unexpected in the very first place? If you would like to get an answer for this question, it is important for you to grasp the two ideas presented below.

Part of a bigger system: First, we need to understand that we, human beings are a part of a bigger universal system. There is a connectedness between the different parts of this system. For example, we have lungs which are located in our body which help us breathe. But we need to understand that our lungs are functional only due to the oxygen, which is present in the precisely adequate amount outside and thanks to the process of photosynthesis. The lungs would cease to function without such a conducive ambiance. So, the lungs cannot exist alone but their existence extends to the atmosphere beyond the boundaries of the body. There is a connectedness between the lungs and the atmosphere. Similarly, there is a connectedness between the earth element and our body. Always, we are continually in direct contact with the earth element irrespective of whether we are sitting, standing or sleeping. Also, we are connected with the space. The point here is that we can’t be alone at any given moment of time and we are in constant contact with the atmosphere, space and earth. So, believe in the concept of connectedness and that we have one part which is internal to us and another part that extends externally beyond the boundaries of the body.

Characteristics of the system: This bigger universal system has just two main characteristics. They are a) balance & b) expansion. As per the big bang theory, even today the universe is expanding continuously while still maintaining the balance. As we are a part of this bigger universal system, we also exhibit these two characteristics.

a)      Growth: We refer to our growth as expansion. Each one of us is at a different level of growth and that is determined by the level of awareness in the individual. A person with a very well expanded level of awareness has a higher growth path in life.

b)      Balance: With the level of awareness, we select a particular growth path. A right growth can be achieved only when the balance is maintained. A feedback mechanism is required to establish balance. The unexpected results are such feedback mechanisms that provide the right amount of corrections to set the balance. The results are just part of our extension to the external world.

By getting the above bigger picture, it becomes obvious that the unexpected results are nothing but the correction parameters which help in establishing the balance in life. In fact, the results are time dependent. What we think of as bad often becomes good at another point of time in our life.

So, next time, when you are puzzled with an unexpected result out of your action, do not get disappointed. Understand that the results are just the feedback mechanism to maintain the balance as you grow in life. So, it is not just growth but a balanced growth.