असंशयं महाबाहो मनो दुर्निग्रहं चलम् । अभ्यासेन तु कौन्तेय वैराग्येण च गृह्यते ॥
Translation
The mind is indeed restless and hard to restrain — but it is brought under control through practice and detachment.
Explanation
Krishna doesn't argue with Arjuna's complaint that the mind is nearly impossible to control; he agrees with it outright, then offers two tools anyway: repeated practice and a loosened grip on outcomes. It's a realistic promise, not an easy one — control comes gradually, through both.
Reflect
Which of practice or detachment do you currently need more of to steady your own mind?
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