Message #48738

[Jitendra Hydonus]

“Swami Vidyadhishananda has said restlessness stems from a type of anxiety and a need to be entertained.

I can agree I have lived out desires in relationships and have been the catalyst for others as well- whether that means recognizing a pattern that needed breaking or learning something about our selves in the process. Whether in harmony or discord, there is always an opportunity for understanding. I know I seek harmony over discord. I recognize it isn't always going to be that way.“

Hello sometimes I get caught up in old texts that seem to be just as pertinent today as many years ago. You have given us something to ponder on with your quote by swami. I believe that we should add to that quote; unfulfilled desire. But even fulfilling desires does not usually lead to happiness. I think we are all recognizing patterns that need breaking and learning about ourselves in all our encounters. I recognize the importance of seeking harmony over discord, although at times we must stand up to our convictions even though our convictions do not align with those of others. Yet we still think of our friends and remember them. We often must practice testing ourselves; that we are able to get along with the differences we encounter with others despite the discord we may experience. Those who we have found our lives dependent upon may return to give us needed understanding. That is what I’ve been experiencing lately.

I have included some synonyms for anxiety disorders since swami said that restlessness stems from anxiety;
Symptoms
Common anxiety signs and symptoms include:
Feeling nervous, restless or tense.
 Having a sense of impending danger, panic or doom.
 Having an increased heart rate.
 Breathing rapidly (hyperventilation).
 Sweating.
 Trembling....
From yahoo search

And entertained from an AI at yahoo;

Synonyms for "entertained" include:

Engaged
Captivated
Involved
Absorbed
Amused
Delighted
Pleased
Diverted
Occupied
Busy
Preoccupied
Engrossed
Diverted
Distracted
Detoured
Redirected
These synonyms can vary slightly in meaning based on context, so it's important to choose the one that best fits the situation.