The first month of 2026 is done and dusted, and I hope everyone is well. I am still in Bangalore and will return home soon. My mum’s both eye operations have been a success, and my aunt’s first eye was too. Next week, it will be her second eye, and what I came for will be fulfilled.

Today’s verse from the Bhagavad Gita is one of its most comforting verses. Krishna reassures Arjuna that sincere devotion, not ritual, not social norms, not perfection, is what draws support from the universe. Devotion here isn’t blind faith; it’s wholeheartedness. It’s the quality of committing to something deeply, honestly, without scattering yourself across a thousand fears. The verse teaches that when you show up fully for your path, life steps in to support you. The Sanskrit words yoga-kṣema are powerful: yoga is the gain of what you need, and kṣema is the protection of what you already have. In other words, you don’t walk alone. There’s a subtle reminder here: when your energy is fragmented, anxiety grows. But when your mind is anchored, you create inner spaciousness, and support naturally finds its way to you. This verse encourages trust, not passivity. It invites you to act with clarity while letting go of worry. Devotion becomes a way of moving through life with steadiness and grace rather than fear and grasping.

Today’s weekly motivation is about being patient. Whether it’s breaking free from old habits or adopting new ones, you have to be patient and embrace small steps. Habits and thinking patterns are built over many years. You’re training your mind to respond in a new way. You can’t go from 0 to 100 instantly! When you’re actively trying to undo old habits, you will face resistance, which can make you feel like your efforts are futile. That’s when you have to trust the passage of time. Small, consistent actions and little shifts in your perspective will lead to lasting transformation over time. The key is to remain consistent, despite the ups and downs.

Today’s quote from Ferdinand Foch, a French general and military theorist who served as the Supreme Allied Commander during the final stages of World War I, speaks to the extraordinary force of inner conviction. Foch is not talking about physical weapons or military strength alone. He is pointing to something far more enduring: passion, belief, and an unshakable sense of purpose. When the human soul is “on fire,” it becomes capable of perseverance, courage, and transformation that no external force can easily extinguish. A soul on fire is driven by meaning. It is animated by faith in a cause, an idea, or a vision larger than the self. History repeatedly shows that people fueled by conviction can endure hardship, overcome fear, and push beyond what seems physically or emotionally possible. Skills can be taught and resources can be gathered, but without inner fire, action lacks momentum. Passion turns effort into persistence and struggle into resolve.

The quote also reminds us that real power does not come from domination, but from inner alignment. A person deeply committed to what they believe in becomes difficult to defeat, because their strength is not dependent on circumstance. Even setbacks can reinforce that inner flame, sharpening focus rather than diminishing it. This is why movements, revolutions, and personal transformations often begin with individuals who carry intense inner clarity rather than external authority. Beyond conflict or leadership, the quote applies to everyday life. Creativity, resilience, and meaningful change are all born from this inner fire. When people care deeply, they act differently. They take risks, stay the course, and inspire others simply by showing up with authenticity and intensity.

That’s all I have the time for this week. Stay positive and see you next week!