"Echoes of The Inner Battle"?

By Riya Singh

Inner Self: The storm has begun. Do you feel it? The world is roaring around us, calling us to rise. Today is the moment of reckoning. It's not just any day; it's the day to face the fury of battle. The time has come to stand for honor, pride, and even life itself. Are you ready to lay everything on the line? 

You: But it’s overwhelming. How can I stand against such a force? 

Inner Self: Feel the intensity. Remember, Krishna's call is not just a whisper; it’s a thunderclap in the heart. The Bhagavad Gita teaches us that true valor is born on the battlefield. Look around—whether you face the vast armies of the Kauravas or the sanctuary of the Pandavas, it's those who dare to fight who carve their names in history. You are one of them. 

You: But what if I fail? What if the battle consumes me? 

Inner Self: Forget the thirst for victory or the craving for control. Life is a fragile gift, easily shattered by fate’s whims. Death is not something to fear; it’s a call to embrace with courage. Your roar should challenge the heavens, defiant and fierce. 

You: What if I’m afraid? What if I don’t have the strength? 

Inner Self: The storm rages on. This is the time for fierce determination. Rise with the multitude. Today, honor, pride, and life are all at stake. Sacrifice is part of the journey, and every arrow you release will carry your spirit. 

You: How do I choose between mercy and valor? 

Inner Self: The choice is yours. Will you embrace mercy, or will you seize the banner of valor? Bear the scars of defeat or display the red of victory with pride. The color of saffron, the beat of the drums, and the rhythm of battle are all symbols of your courage. 

You: But I am a poet. I’ve sung of love and dreams. How can I fight? 

Inner Self: Today is not for poets of dreams but for warriors of action. In the relentless rain and the surge of emotion, let the flames of battle ignite within you. The storm has begun. The multitude's battle cry is your call to arms. Everything is at stake today—honor, pride, life. Let your arrows fly with unwavering resolve.

By Riya Singh