Narcissistic Wts

Baba

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NARCISSISTIC WTS

Warning: Those who do not have reverence should not read this letter. The basic quality for understanding this mail is deep reverence for Guru.

Namaskar,
I have great regard and admiration for Dada Sarvatmanandji - he has done a tremendous job on many levels; but look what has happened here.

“You shall protect, in all respects and at all costs, the dignity of your treasures and the sanctity of your flag, of your emblem, and of the pratikrti [photo] of Márga Guru.” (1)

"Trtiiyam' gurupújanam. I must have reverence for the guru. What is the guru? Gu means “darkness”, that is, darkness in the psycho-spiritual sphere. And ru means “dispelling agent”. That is, he who dispels darkness from my psychic and spiritual body is the guru. Gu means “darkness”, ru means “dispeller”. “Trtiiyam' gurupújanam. That is, you must have respect for the guru." (2)

SEE THE DEED OF AC. SARVATMANANDJI

Now look what Ac Sarvatmananda Avt is doing - he is standing directly in front of Guru's photo - blocking it entirely. This is not the proper way for any devotee to behave. With their common sense, no devotee or sadhaka can think of sitting with their back to Guru - blocking Him entirely.

Yet here, at a recent DMS in Bangalore, we see Dada Sarvatmanandji standing directly in front of Guru's image. Dadaji's back is 100% towards Baba. That also means that all those margiis in attendance are unable to see Sadguru Baba because Dadaji is blocking their view and covering up Baba from head to toe. This is a most disgraceful occurence.

Not only that, Dada Sarvatmanandaji has contravened a basic, fundamental rule that even ordinary citizens follow. At any gathering, the best seat is always reserved for the most respected person. At conventions, the president gets the best seat; at forums, the invited speaker gets the best seat; at weddings, a special place is reserved for the bride and groom. But, this basic ethic Dadaji could not follow, as he stood directly in front of Sadguru Baba.

MUST BE MADE TO APPRECIATE HIS MAJESTY

"The one formless, beginningless and infinite Parama Brahma (Supreme Consciousness) is the only entity to be attained by living beings – That alone is Jagat Guru (the Supreme preceptor), That alone has revealed Brahmavidyá (intuitional science) to us through the medium of the name and form of Anandamúrtijii. Unit beings must be made to appreciate Its majesty." (3)

TOO MUCH SELF IMPORTANCE IS DISEASE

All in all it is a sad and unfortunate showing by Dada Sarvatmanandji. Because his mind is not in a devotional way, he cannot think that what he is doing is sinful. Indeed, this happens when one places too much importance on their own unit self. They feel they should be glorified - and given greater value. This is one of the class signs and symptoms of narcissism. Please see the list below, further down in this mail.

However, when one's mind is in a more devotional space, then they can easily understand. This below story works in that direction.

When they themselves are not following the fundamental tenets of dharma then what are they going to teach others. They will just waste their time in infighting, unfortunately.

SOLUTION:

PRESERVING SANCTITY OF GURU'S PHOTO

As we know, in our dharmacakra halls and jagrtis etc, Guru's photo must be prominently displayed at all times - with due reverence and regard. Best then is to have two photos on display - one lower (around 4 feet off ground), and one higher (around 7 feet off the ground.)

If everyone is sitting in sadhana or Guru Puja then both photos should be displayed. Because everyone is low to the ground and no one will block or disrespect Guru's image.

And if someone is standing or giving a talk, or if akhanda kiirtan is being done, then the lower photo, which is only four feet off the ground, should either be turned around or covered by a small curtain. That way those standing will not block or hover over Guru's photo. At the same time, the higher photo - which is around 7 feet above the ground - will be in full view of all. Those standing will have no chance of blocking that photo. Thus the sanctity of Guru's photo will be maintained and the devotional environment preserved.

NARCISSISTIC PERSONALITY DISORDER
(Courtesy of the Mayo Clinic)

Narcissistic personality disorder is a mental disorder in which people have an inflated sense of their own importance and a deep need for admiration. Those with narcissistic personality disorder believe that they're superior to others and have little regard for other people's feelings.

Narcissistic personality disorder is one of several types of personality disorders. Personality disorders are conditions in which people have traits that cause them to feel and behave in socially distressing ways.

Narcissistic personality disorder treatment is centered around psychotherapy.

Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by dramatic, emotional behavior, which is in the same category as antisocial and borderline personality disorders.

Narcissistic personality disorder symptoms may include:

    Believing that you're better than others
    Fantasizing about power, success and attractiveness
    Exaggerating your achievements or talents
    Expecting constant praise and admiration
    Believing that you're special and acting accordingly
    Failing to recognize other people's emotions and feelings
    Expecting others to go along with your ideas and plans
    Taking advantage of others
    Expressing disdain for those you feel are inferior
    Being jealous of others
    Appearing as tough-minded or unemotional

When you have narcissistic personality disorder, you may come across as conceited, boastful or pretentious. You often monopolize conversations. You may belittle or look down on people you perceive as inferior. You may have a sense of entitlement. And when you don't receive the special treatment to which you feel entitled, you may become very impatient or angry. You may insist on having "the best" of everything — the best car, athletic club, medical care or social circles, for instance.

Believing that you're special and acting accordingly.

PROOF OF SARVATMANANDJI’S NARCISSISM

So Dada Sarvatmanandji’s way of standing directly in front of Guru's image is proof of his narcissistic personality disorder. In Ananda Marga Guru is the most revered Entity. The only way one can completely block Sadguru’s image and stand in front of Him is if that person truly feels that they are great and deserving of the highest honour. Such is the extreme degree of Dadaji’s narcissism.

In Him,
Shankar Sen

Note: BABA STORY OF TAIWAN

Once Baba visited Taiwan He graciously gave PC to numerous sadhakas. In particular, after giving PC to one margii, that margii walked backwards towards the door so that he could face towards Baba as he was leaving the room. There is a tradition in the east to never turn your back on those whom you respect. Later on, Baba commented to those around that He appreciated what the margii did.

Here again we should remind ourselves how the Dadas in the above photo did not follow this following basic mandate.

“You shall protect, in all respects and at all costs, the dignity of your treasures and the sanctity of your flag, of your emblem, and of the pratikrti [photo] of Márga Guru.” (4)


REFERENCES
1. Caryacarya, Part 1, Treasures of Ananda Marga
2. AV-12, Shiva's Seven Secrets
3. CC-2, Sadhana, pt #1a
4. Caryacarya, Part 1, Treasures of Ananda Marga

== Section 2 ==

The section below demarcated by asterisks is an entirely different topic,
completely unrelated to the above material. It stands on its own as a point of interest.

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Why Religion Is Bad

"Átmánátman viveka will teach you that the Singular Eternal Entity in the form of Consciousness should be your only object of ideation. You will see the colours of religion fade before your eyes as the pure white effulgence of dharma shines with ever-increasing brilliance."

"All the “isms” prevalent in today's world can easily be included in the category of religions. All the defects of religions exist in the “isms” too. None of the political, social or economic “isms” are free from superstition none are straightforward; all are full of rampant hypocrisy. In all “isms”, doctrines and religions, the scriptural authority is supreme. There is no scope for the functioning of the five types of conscience, no place for service, love or devotion. With the help of falsehood and immorality, these “isms,” doctrines and religions slander and make accusations against each other. They make attractive promises to the people while hiding their own internal sins. In fact, false piety is not the path of dharma, leading to welfare, but the opposite of dharma, the negation of welfare. They can be likened to asses wearing lion skins: take away the lion skins and their their true form will be revealed. They have no other purpose than to grab votes and usurp power. The mentality to grab the votes first and then serve the people is not the true spirit of selfless social service; rather, it is the mentality of power craving materialists."

"You will have to advance with the true spirit of genuine social service, because the very characteristic of dharma is to promote the cause of welfare. Dharma and welfare are inseparable. Religion and intolerance have created enormous harm in the world, have caused torrents of blood to stain the rivers red. In the present twentieth century, religions have assumed the form of “isms”."

"The people of medieval times fought among the clans and communities, and the people of today are fighting over their “isms”....... To emancipate the masses from the unhealthy influence of “isms” there is no other way than universalism. Only universalism is free from the defects of any narrowisms because every thing of this entire universe comes within its vast periphery." (AMIWL pt 7, p. 533)

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== Section 3 ==

Links

http://anandamarganewsbulletin.blogspot.com/2014/08/should-one-attend-annual-shraddhanjali.html

http://anandamarganewsbulletin.blogspot.com/2014/08/dogma-about-graveyard-sadhana.html