This quote suggests that the value of our challenges, symbolized here as “crosses,” lies not in their mere existence but in how we respond too them. The act of ‘yielding’ or surrendering to these crosses implies accepting them as part of our life journey, embracing the lessons they bring, and allowing them to shape us into better individuals. Forgetting ourselves refers to letting go of ego-driven desires or expectations which may limit our growth and understanding.
Simply put, it’s about finding strength and wisdom in adversity rather than viewing it purely as a misfortune. It encourages us not just to endure hardships but willingly engage with them, extract meaning from them and use that insight for personal transformation.
This idea is highly relevant today where life’s pressures come from various fronts – work stress, relationship issues, health concerns etc., often leading people towards anxiety or depression. Rather of resisting these problems or feeling victimized by them,one could adopt a more receptive approach – viewing each problem as an possibility for self-enhancement.
In terms of personal development too this concept holds great meaning.For instance, if someone is struggling with public speaking due to fear of criticism; instead of avoiding situations that require public speaking (the cross), they can choose to face this fear head-on (yielding). They can learn from each experiance (forgetting themselves) and gradually overcome their fear while also improving their dialog skills.
Thus the quote emphasizes on adopting a resilient mindset that sees value even in adversities because it is through such experiences we truly grow and evolve.
