Burlingame, CA
As I chant japa my mind becomes especially attentive to the holy names when I remember that Krsna and His names are identical.
Repeating the maha-mantra and listening with great care is high service.
Amazingly, association with Krsna — the Supreme Personality of Godhead — is available simply by chanting and hearing His holy names.
Japa time is an ideal opportunity to practice patience. I sit, chant, listen, and hang on, hoping for the mercy of the holy name.
One tiny Mustard seed of realization each day, obtained simply by associating with the Maha-mantra, is enough to bring joy to my heart.
When I feel joyful, my life is easy and productive. This joyfulness is the mercy of the holy name.
With gratitude and affection,
Vaisesika Dasa
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