Lectio Divina, or daily readings

He indeed is called wise whose actions are not affected by climactic changes — heat and cold — fear, lust, and change of fortune —prosperity and poverty.

Mahabharata, 5.33.17, 19

My notes:

Now this is something to think on: our minds and the extent to which climate controls our response. Yoga is the only way to shield us from going crazy when our planet ultimately goes topsy turvy. It is interesting to note that the ancient Sanskrit seer had so much insight into the human psyche. Freud et al framed theories which are often touted as universal truths whereas one doubts whether my mind at 43 degrees Celsius has the same functionality as a guy who walks down under maple trees at 15 degrees Celsius.