Episode 1412, Time, Transformation and Journey of the Soul

Introduction

Human life is constantly changing. Hair turns grey, the body weakens, relationships transform, and even nations rise and fall. Nothing in this world remains permanent. The discourse presented here deeply explores this truth: time changes everything—the mind, intellect, impressions, consciousness, and ego. This teaching resonates strongly with the spiritual philosophy of Bapuji Dashrathbhai Patel, who emphasized self-purification, soul-awareness, and Paramshanti (supreme peace) as the ultimate path of liberation.

1. Time and the Changing Nature of Life

Time does not spare anything. Body, youth, wealth, power, and fame—all are temporary. What exists today may disappear tomorrow, just like:

• Earthquakes destroying cities

• Buildings collapsing overnight

• Powerful people becoming helpless

This proves that the physical world is impermanent. According to spiritual wisdom, this world is Mrityu Lok (the realm of death), where everything is bound to end. Only the soul is eternal.

2. The Impact of Time on the Mind

The mind is like waves in the ocean.

• Thoughts come and go

• Desires change

• Fears transform

• Attachments shift

Time continuously reshapes the mind. If the mind does not adapt, it becomes rigid—and rigidity leads to suffering. A flexible mind remains peaceful. A stubborn mind breaks under pressure. Bapuji taught that mental flexibility is essential for spiritual growth and inner stability.

3. Time and the Development of Intellect (Buddhi)

The intellect is our power of discrimination—knowing right from wrong. Time shapes intellect through experiences: Events + Experiences = Growth of Wisdom There are two types of intellect:

1. Awakened Intellect

• Discerns truth, Develops self-awareness, Leads toward soul-realization, Remains humble

2. Polluted Intellect

• Filled with ego, Holds rigid beliefs, Creates illusions, Rejects learning

A famous teaching says: “An inflexible intellect becomes blind with time.” When ego controls intellect, learning stops, and spiritual blindness begins.

4. Sanskaras: The Records of Time

Sanskaras are deep impressions stored in the subtle body from past experiences and lives. They are the real memory of time. Time does three things to sanskaras:

• Some are erased

• Some are weakened

• Some are strengthened

But one truth remains: “Sanskaras that refuse to change are destroyed by time.” If a person holds onto anger, pride, hatred, or pain, these impressions eventually create suffering—mentally, emotionally, and physically. Bapuji emphasized that purification of sanskaras is essential for liberation.

5. Chitta: The Inner Mirror

Chitta is the storehouse of:

• Memories, Emotions, Traumas, Desires, Fears

It is like the hard drive of the mind. Time slowly cleans chitta, making memories fade. But if we cling to pain, it remains active. Spiritual truth: “Purification of chitta is the first step to self-realization.”

When chitta is clean:

• Mind becomes calm, Emotions balance, Intellect becomes clear, Soul-light flows freely

6. Ego and the Power of Time

Ego is the biggest obstacle in spiritual life. It says: “I am right.”, “I know everything.”, “I will not change.”

Ego fears transformation. Time breaks ego in four main ways:

1. Through defeat

2. Through separation from loved ones

3. Through illness

4. Through sudden disasters

The stronger the ego, the harder the fall. Bapuji warned that increasing ego in humanity would disturb the balance of nature, leading to disasters and chaos.

7. Karma Bondage and Human Destiny

Every thought and action creates karma. Ignorant people have only two destinations:

• Heaven

• Hell

They remain trapped in the cycle of reward and punishment. But awakened souls rise beyond this. Charity, service, and devotion create good karma, but knowledge and purification lead to liberation. Without spiritual awareness, even wealth and charity remain limited in effect.

8. Temporary Happiness and Permanent Peace

Worldly happiness is temporary. It comes and goes. When it disappears, suffering begins. Therefore, the teaching says: Rise above pleasure and pain. Seek peace, not excitement. Only Paramshanti (supreme peace) is permanent. Bapuji consistently emphasized that peace rooted in soul-consciousness is the real wealth of life.

9. Adaptation: The Law of Nature

Nature supports those who adapt. Examples: Flowing water remains pure, Stagnant water rots

Similarly:

• Flexible mind → growth   Rigid mind → destruction

Spiritual principle: “Where there is no flow, there is destruction.” Those who refuse change remain trapped in repeated births.

10. Chitta Shuddhi and Buddhi Jagruti

A central teaching is: “Without purification of chitta, intellect cannot awaken.”

Chitta Shuddhi (Purification)

Means removing:------Old pain-----Anger---Jealousy----Fear---Complaints

Buddhi Jagruti (Awakened Intellect)

Means:

• Ability to see truth

• Freedom from ego

• Turning toward the soul

Like a dusty mirror cannot reflect clearly, an impure chitta cannot reflect truth.

When chitta becomes calm:

• Thoughts slow down

• Desires weaken

• Ego dissolves

• Wisdom shines

11. Soul Consciousness: The Ultimate Protection

The greatest truth is: “One who connects with the soul is untouched by time.” Those attached to: Body, Mind, Status, Ego are broken by time. Those attached to: Soul, Truth, Peace are protected by time. Bapuji taught that soul-awareness makes one fearless, stable, and free.

12. Practical Spiritual Practice

The discourse gives a simple daily method:

Daily Sankalp (Affirmation)

Repeat every morning: “I am a divine soul. I am a radiant soul. I am filled with Param Light. I am free from past pain. I begin anew today.” This resets the inner system like rebooting a device.

13. Correlation with Bapuji Dashrathbhai Patel’s Teachings

This entire discourse reflects Bapuji’s core philosophy:

Teaching in Discourse Bapuji’s Philosophy

Impermanence of world Mrityu Lok concept

Soul as eternal Atma-tattva

Chitta purification Inner cleansing

Ego destruction Humility

Karma bondage Law of karma

Paramshanti Supreme peace

Soul connection Liberation

Both emphasize:

• Self-transformation

• Inner purification

• Soul-awareness

• Service and humility

• Detachment from illusion

Conclusion: The Message of Time

Time teaches one lesson again and again:

Change, or be changed. Purify, or be purified. Awaken, or suffer.

Time:  Refines the mind, Matures intellect, Purifies sanskaras, Calms chitta, Melts ego Those who accept transformation grow. Those who resist are broken. Final spiritual truth: “Nature is changing. The soul is eternal. Connect with the soul, and time cannot touch you.”