Positive Thinking Bhagavad Gita Quotes

Everyone faces doubts and worry whether about work, school, exams, performances or even making new friends. Positive thinking is the secret ingredient to help overcome this and help one navigate this world cheerfully and with confidence. Lucky for us we have the Bhagavad Gita that does just this, give us the wisdom of positive thinking.

The lessons in the Gita are simple and practical and apt for any stage of life or growth.

Here are some of my favourite ones as a reader, learner and seeker.

1. “You have the right to perform your duty, but not to the fruits of your actions.”

(Karmanye vadhikaraste ma phaleshu kadachana – Gita 2.47)

This line talks about effort. Giving your best effort to every endeavour you take on and not slacking off on any task.

Let’s look at the scenario of a singing competition- you practice everyday and learn your lyrics and perform to the best of your ability. Maybe you win maybe you don’t but if we understand that irrespective of the result, you have performed in front of a crowd and grown through your period of learning and practicing and gotten better than you were yesterday in that art- it’s a win!

The lesson for us here is to focus on our consistent effort which is in our control and not on the result which is not in our control.

2. “The mind is your best friend, and it can also be your worst enemy.”

(Bandhur atmatmanas tasya… – Gita 6.6)

A positive mind can fuel you to accomplish your tasks and reach your potential but a negative mind can deter and pull you down on your journey of growth. You are your biggest cheerleader in life. What the mind wants to achieve, it will.

Let’s look at the example of an exam, when your mind thinks “This is tough, I may never pass.” The person is already defeated. Whereas, when the mind says “This is tough, but I will try my best.” That mindset will take the individual much further in the feat.

The teaching for us is to train our mind to be like our best friend. Speak kindly to yourself and encourage yourself. Make your mind your best friend.

3. “Be steady like a lamp in a windless place.”

(Yatha deepo nivatastho… – Gita 6.19)

Life can be noisy but when you silence the noise and focus on the calm, you find your strength.

When we try to work with the TV on or study while music is playing, the effect is not as high as when you sit in a calm space and bring your focus to your task.

Focus is our superpower energy. We just need to kindle it.

4. “A person who stays balanced in happiness and sadness is truly wise.”

(Sama-duhkha-sukhah… – Gita 2.15)

If we can stay balanced through the ups and downs or life, we are on the path of peace and true victory.

When we perform well at our exams, we are happy. When we don’t perform as well as we would like to on that surprise test, we are disappointed. We should not be result driven, rather look at the act of learning as growing and keep growing for your continual upliftment and success in life.

5. “Whatever you do, do it as an offering.”

(Yat karoshi yad ashnasi… – Gita 9.27)

If we look at every task on our routine or schedule as an offering to the divine, we will not be absorbed in the pressure of delivering but rather we will be absorbed in the act of celebrating that offering.

Every action counts, whether watering the garden, studying, cooking or taking care of yourself.

6. “The self is uplifted by the self.”

(Uddhared atmanatmanam… – Gita 6.5)

No one can propel you toward your goal as much as you can.

If one is to learn a new skill, no amount of support or encouragement can work as much as your showing up for yourself and putting in the effort.

This shloka reminds us to believe in ourselves and take responsibility for our own growth.

Remember, Positive thinking is not about ignoring problems but acknowledging them and learning to face them with hope, courage and balance.

Respect every encounter in your life as an opportunity to grow and learn.

The Gita shows us :

Effort matters more than results

The mind can be your biggest strength and asset when trained.

Balance brings peace.

The Bhagavad Gita is not just a story or a conversation. It is a guide book for life. Its wisdom is timeless for all ages and all situations and walks of life.

Positive thinking is like a seed that grows into confidence, courage, kindness and achievements. The Gita gives us this method and teaching to acquire Positive thinking , like water and sunlight to help us bloom.

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