What Bhagwan Krishna Taught About Focus and Duty

myNachiketa
Jan 26
3 min read

Bhagwan Krishna is a great teacher. On the battlefield of Kurukshetra, when Arjuna felt confused and scared, Krishna helped him understand the power of focus and the importance of duty. His teachings are written in the Bhagavad Gita, and they are still useful for children today. Krishna teaches us that when we concentrate on doing our work sincerely and with a calm mind, we feel stronger and happier inside.

myNachiketa presents What Bhagwan Krishna Taught About Focus and Duty.

1. Focus on Your Duty

Bhagwan Krishna encouraged Arjuna, a restless warrior, to focus on his duty as a fighter, not on the results. In our daily lives, we should remember that doing our best should be our priority, irrespective of winning or losing. Just like a flower blooms in its time, so should we give our best without worrying about the outcome.

2. Keep Your Mind Steady

To do great things, we need to keep our minds steady. In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna teaches, "Samatvam yoga uchyate." (Evenness of mind is called yoga.) This means we should remain calm, whether the situation is good or bad.

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Imagine playing your favourite game; focusing fully helps you perform better! It's just like training to ride a bike; you need to focus on balance and not fall.

3. Fulfill Your Responsibilities

Krishna teaches us that everyone has specific duties in life. Whether it is helping at home or helping friends at school, fulfilling our responsibilities makes us stronger and more reliable.

4. Take Action Without Attachment

In the Gita, Krishna also tells us to perform our actions without being attached to the results. This is called 'nishkama karma.' For instance, when studying for an exam, focus on understanding the material rather than just wanting a high score. If you put in your efforts, the outcomes will follow naturally.

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5. Chanting for Focus and Duty

When children feel distracted, they can chant this beautiful shloka: "Om Tat Sat" (This is the Absolute Truth). It reminds us to focus on what is pure and true. By chanting, we can calm our minds and prepare to concentrate better on our activities.

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How can kids increase their focus?

Krishna’s teaching shows that focus comes from doing one thing at a time with love and effort. Children can increase their focus by sitting quietly for a few minutes before starting homework, taking slow breaths to calm the mind, and keeping away from distractions like too much screen time while studying. Finishing one task before jumping to another also helps the brain stay clear and strong. When children learn to give their full attention to one thing, their mind becomes sharper and more peaceful.

Learnings for kids from Krishna’s teaching

From Bhagwan Krishna, children learn that they should not be scared of hard work, and they should not give up when things feel difficult. They learn that it is okay to try and fail, but it is not okay to stop trying. Shri Krishna also teaches that real success is not just marks or prizes, but having a clean mind, a brave heart, and a kind nature. Focus helps us do better, and duty helps us become better.

Conclusion

Bhagwan Krishna’s message to Arjuna is also a message to every child today: Do your work with full focus and a happy heart, and do not worry too much about the result. When children learn to concentrate on what they are doing and follow their duty with honesty and kindness, they feel peaceful and confident inside. Just like Arjuna became strong again after listening to Krishna, children too can become strong, focused, and joyful by following these simple teachings from the Bhagavad Gita.