Identity!

Do you like to be defined as someone? If yes, continue the reading.

Consciously or subconsciously we may be creating identify for ourselves. Something, which shelters major portion of our personality. For example : I am an Engineer, is an identity. We are defining ourselves. Other examples, I am IT Engineer, I am Mechanical Engineer, I am a singer, A sportsperson. Something more profound I am a boy, I am a girl is also an identity. Even positions and authority like I am manager, I am labour are the mark of identity creation.

What’s wrong in saying who we are and telling others if we are good at something?

Socially Yes, you may need some of the marketing to convey the correct message or for you to grow professionally. If you utter those words in a context of a group environment, it is okay. If you say these words to let other people know what your strengths are, it is okay (even though I never advocate too much market or false marketing, I believe communication becomes necessary in many situations). Now, if doctors wont say in an emergency that he is a doctor then its  a horrible mistake. You need to point out who you are.

But, if you say these words, these identities to yourself then surely it is a crime. Don’t let your identity define you. It hinders the inclusive growth. Within you, no element should bother you, whether it is good or bad. Don’t take pride in what you are good at neither regret what you are not.

The reason why Krishna is so illustrious so charismatic, is  because he is boundless, with no identities attached. He was what he was. Other incarnations of lord Vishnu are single dimensional or limited dimensions. For example Matsya avta, Vishnu in the form of a fish, or Varaha avtar Vishnu in the form of a boar. Restricted to the identities. Even Lord ram has identities, Lord ram the obedient son and a celebrated king, Maryadapurshottam. Defined for a right cause. But defined.

Krishna however has many roles; all illimitable. Neither good nor bad. Neither like a awful devil nor an innocent saint. He is perfect where he is. Playful always! Not stuck to a single idea. Open to all explorations.    

You may seek the far-reaching dimensional possibility if you are free enough from within.