How Lord Krishna Taught Me the Importance of Yogastha Buddhi and Vishnumati: The Art of Situational Leadership.

How Lord Krishna Taught Me the Importance of Yogastha Buddhi and Vishnumati: The Art of Situational Leadership.

Life can be overwhelming, right? One moment you’re happy, the next you’re stressed, anxious, or frustrated. I used to feel like this all the time, trying to make sense of life’s ups and downs. That’s when Lord Krishna entered my life—not as a god to be worshipped but as a guide and a friend. Through his teachings and grace, I realized something profound: I’m not just a human trying to survive; I am divine from within. And so are you.

What Is Yogastha Buddhi?

In simple terms, yogastha buddhi means staying calm and steady no matter what life throws at you. It’s like being in the eye of a storm. Krishna calls it being “established in yoga.” Imagine doing your job or living your life without worrying about whether you’ll succeed or fail. You just do your best, knowing you’re part of something bigger. That’s yogastha buddhi.

But here’s the tricky part: how do you stay calm when life feels chaotic? I struggled with this until I remembered how Krishna guided Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita. He told Arjuna, “Don’t get caught up in the results of your actions. Just focus on doing the right thing.”

This hit me hard. I realized I’d been obsessing over outcomes—whether people liked me, whether my work was perfect, whether I was good enough. But Krishna showed me that peace comes when you stop worrying about the “what ifs” and start trusting the process.

What Is Vishnumati?

Vishnumati means having a divine mind—seeing the bigger picture, like Krishna did. He didn’t get stuck in small arguments or petty fights. He saw how everything was connected, and he acted with wisdom and love.

For me, vishnumati is about looking beyond my own struggles and understanding that every challenge is part of a greater plan. When I look at my problems this way, they seem smaller. I realize that, like Krishna, I have the power to think clearly, act wisely, and help others along the way.

How Krishna’s Grace Changed Me:

There was a time when I felt lost, stuck in a cycle of stress and self-doubt. Then, I began reading the Gita and reflecting on Krishna’s life. Slowly, I felt his presence in my heart. It wasn’t some dramatic miracle—it was a quiet realization that I am part of the divine. Krishna’s grace reminded me that I, too, can embrace yogastha buddhi and vishnumati.

I started practicing:

1. Staying Calm in Chaos: Whenever life feels overwhelming, I pause, breathe, and remind myself, “I’m not my emotions. I am steady like Krishna.”

2. Trusting the Process: I focus on doing my best, leaving the results to the universe. Whether I succeed or fail, I remind myself that it’s all part of my journey.

3. Seeing the Bigger Picture: I try to look at life like Krishna would. Every experience, good or bad, teaches me something.

You Are Divine, Too

Here’s the truth Krishna revealed to me: you are not just a human dealing with struggles. You are divine, too. Inside you is the same wisdom and strength that Krishna showed on the battlefield.

When you embrace yogastha buddhi, you stop reacting to life’s drama and start responding with calmness. When you embrace vishnumati, you rise above your worries and see life with clarity and compassion.

So, the next time life feels tough, remember Krishna’s words:
"You have the right to perform your duties, but not to the fruits of your actions."
Let go of the stress, trust the process, and know that you are divine. Just like Krishna, you can find balance, peace, and purpose.

This is what I’m learning every day through Krishna’s grace. And if I can do it, so can you.