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As our mind grows and develop, we constantly start chasing things and desires, whether it is money, fame, recognition, health, or even peace.
We work day and night to achieve our goal, ignoring our health and social lives. Chasing our dreams and ambitions is not inherently wrong, but neglecting our physical and mental well-being during the process is a significant concern here. Most of the time, we are never still and have no control over our thoughts. Every day, our expectation of achieving good results is growing, and in between all this chaos, we are getting surrounded by anxiety, depression, and fear, which are quietly stealing our inner peace and health.
Whenever we encounter an iconographical representation of Lord Shiva, whether on social media or in a temple, it leaves a lasting impression on our minds. This is particularly true for depictions of Lord Shiva sitting in complete stillness, meditating at Mount Kailash.
In that moment, Lord Shiva’s stillness draws us closer to him. We realize that Lord Shiva is the omnipresent Lord of Lords, immortal, unborn, and the most influential deity in Sanatan Dharma. He is the one who actively participates in every cosmic event and manages the operations of the entire cosmos without getting deeply attached to any event or being.
Successfully fulfilling your responsibilities while maintaining emotional detachment is not a sign of weakness; rather, it is a powerful strength in today’s fast-paced world. It is the element of Vairagya (detachment) that makes Lord Shiva truly unique and most lovable to people who understand the reality of the world, a world obsessed with outcomes and results.
Vairagya provides us with the strength to act from conviction and true potential, while attachment and passion serve as weaknesses that diminish us. Attachment ensnares us in a web of illusion, clouding our vision and obscuring the clarity we seek.
Lord Shiva is the destroyer of all illusions and ailments. He provides clarity to his devotees so they can understand the value of vairagya: to work without being burdened by the outcome, to love without fearing loss, and to own things without the feeling of ownership.
Lord Shiva is the most prominent deity in Sanatan Dharma. Nothing occurs in the entire cosmos without his will. He is the ultimate creator, preserver, and destroyer of the whole reality. Despite his immense power, he remains untouched by ego and desires, functioning from a place of inner peace. In every circumstance, Lord Shiva is calm, whether the world praises him or fears him.
The primary lesson we can learn from Lord Shiva is to perform our duties with complete faith, without letting the results disturb our inner peace.
In our modern lives, we often experience suffering due to our attachment to results and desires. This attachment creates an illusion that weakens us and robs us of our peace. The detachment exemplified by Lord Shiva provides the clarity we seek in our lives and frees us from the illusion known as maya. Vairagya, or detachment, also helps us control our thoughts—especially the thoughts that pursue material desires. Such self-control makes us realize that we are stronger than our vulnerabilities and attachments.
The problem with most people is that they don’t understand the true meaning of spirituality, especially when it comes to detachment. Many people believe that detachment is something only for Lord Shiva or the yogis who live in the Himalayas and meditate constantly. However, the truth is that Vairagya (detachment) is for everyone; it can simplify and enhance your life.
Even those who reside within the comforts of a household can embrace the practice of vairagya, cultivating a profound sense of detachment and inner peace.
For instance, carry out your responsibilities sincerely and show up every day, even when the results aren’t immediately visible. Focus on improving your skills and becoming a better version of yourself than you were yesterday, without harboring a fear of failure or an obsession with specific outcomes.
You can also practice vairagya in your personal relationships. Care deeply for your loved ones without becoming clingy. Love wholeheartedly, but remember not to lose yourself in the process. When there is vairagya in love, it can grow freely.
As a writer and blogger, I often find myself waiting for specific outcomes, such as growing my readership, gaining recognition, and earning money. When these results don’t materialize, frustration tends to build up.
However, I am fortunate to be surrounded by the essence of Lord Shiva, which helps me shift my perspective. My primary responsibility is to write with honesty and devotion. The outcome is beyond my control, so there’s no reason for me to worry about it. Thinking like this doesn’t make me weak. Instead, it preserves my energy from draining and makes me calmer, consistent, and connected to my work.
The truth is that when we let go of our obsession with specific outcomes, we open the door to actual control, allowing remarkable results to unfold. Lord Shiva has taught me that vairagya is not about loss or punishment; rather, it represents true freedom that begins within.
In our fast-paced world, the concept of vairagya is becoming increasingly relevant, as it can help save humanity from despair, envy, anxiety, and other mental health issues. If we could learn from Lord Shiva how to act with full engagement while remaining inwardly free, we could create a beautiful life for ourselves and our families.
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Santosh Gairola | Dated: 9 Jan 2026
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