Sri Aurobindo Studies Acting Without Expectation for the Fruits of Action
Sep 11, 2025
Explore the profound idea of acting without attachment to results, drawing inspiration from the Bhagavad Gita. The discussion highlights how selflessness can reshape our actions and motivations. It also examines the role of ego in influencing our responses to different situations. Discover how embracing this mindset can lead to greater fulfillment and a deeper understanding of oneself.
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Action Vs Expectation
- Most action in life is driven by expectation of a return, whether material or egoic.
- Sri Aurobindo's Gita translation separates right to act from right to expect results.
The Transactional Ego
- We habitually make deeds transactional, seeking praise, power, or material gain as outcomes.
- When results are negative, the ego reacts with anger, withdrawal, or frustration.
How Conditioning Fuels Expectation
- The ego seeks credit even from anonymous or collective acts, contaminating altruism.
- Social conditioning of reward and punishment reinforces expectation-based behavior.
