Destiny or Free Will – What do you choose?

Do you believe in fate/destiny?

I believe destiny and fate find their counterparts in the principles of karma, offering us a framework to understand the workings of the universe and our place within it.

Imagine destiny as a map of your life’s journey, showing where you’re supposed to go. Fate is like the unexpected detours or surprises along the way that you can’t control, like getting stuck in traffic or finding a shortcut.

Now, think of karma as a kind of cosmic scoreboard. Every action you take, whether good or bad, earns you points. These points influence what happens next in your life. If you do something nice, like helping a friend, you earn positive points, which might lead to good things happening to you. But if you do something mean, like gossiping or being rude, you earn negative points, which could lead to challenges or difficulties.

In real life, destiny is like the path you’re expected to follow – maybe it’s going to college, getting a job, and starting a family. Fate is the unexpected twists and turns along the way – like losing a job or meeting someone who changes your plans completely.

Karma is like the consequences of your actions. Let’s say you’re always kind to others and lend a helping hand when needed. That positive energy tends to come back to you, making your life more fulfilling and joyful. But if you’re always negative or unkind, you might find yourself surrounded by negativity and struggle.

So, while destiny sets the stage and fate throws curveballs, it’s karma that’s like your personal scorecard, shaping how your story unfolds based on the choices you make.

Embracing the philosophy of karma is about cultivating awareness and mindfulness in our actions. It’s about recognizing that we have the power to rewrite our story, one choice at a time.

In the journey of life, may we navigate with intention, and may our actions ripple outwards, creating a world of positivity and possibility.