How can we avoid becoming distracted by the uncontrolled mind?

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And when we do that, gradually the strength of that connection will help us overcome whatever negativity may be there with us. Thank you very much. What that means is, that my intention, my conviction about doing that good works on Krishna.
So what we have to do is associate with those devotees who have strong connection. And also try to do services in association. So if we are in association, in order to get distracted, the distraction is inevitable.
Now how much can we get distracted? What are you doing? Don’t do this. You are reminding me. So usually in the morning class, I sit down and start writing a journal.
And the association of devotees helps us to become disconnected. And it’s not just a matter of physical proximity. It is a matter of intentional activity.
In terms of intention, we have the same likeness of Krishna. So we have to find out, within the grasp of one thing, some purpose about which we are convinced. It’s just, I want to do this.
I want to study the Bhagavad Gita. I want to learn Krishna. I want to learn this music.
Find some purpose which inspires and use that purpose for purpose. And use that one purpose which inspires, we are going to get it. I cannot commit myself very strongly to everything in life.
Let me commit to one thing. And from that commitment, gradually we will go towards other things. So find out what does inspire conviction within us.
And focus on that. And gradually you will start doing some mindfulness.