As per Kathopanishad there are two paths while taking a decision :
- Shreyas : What is good for me ? (which is good us )
- Preyas : What is pleasant for me ? (something which is pleasing to our senses )
For Example – I am Dieting !
| Shreyas ( What is good for me ? ) | Preyas ( What is pleasant for me ?) |
| Good food which maintains good health | Food which gives instant pleasurable taste |
| Good wealth which maintain lifestyle | Greed |
| Good music which keeps mind peaceful and no harm to ears | Loud music which may gives pleasure in the beginning but later it may damage ears |
| Waking up early in the morning | Sleeping in a cozy bed |
Whenever we have a choice like this we need to make a “DECISION” .
While taking a decision we should not just select one option but also completely cut the other option which is not chosen e.g.
The reason is if I am not completely cutting the option B and leave it open and then same thing will happen I will slowly consume little bit of sugar intake and think we will follow the routine from next day . So, decision of choices should always be done in a Right Way !
“So Shri Krishna says the definition of decision is to cut or completely remove the option which you are not going to do in life rather than keeping it open . Also while taking a decision select “Shreyas” in place of “Preyas” !”
Krishna Mentions to chose “Shreyas” rather than “Preyas” while deciding the choice .
