The 12 Laws of Karma That Will Change YOUR Life!

Translated from the sacred language of Sanskrit, karma means something like "deed" or "action". Especially in our western world there are many misunderstandings around this concept. For example, many believe that it is a principle of punishment, although this only illuminates a piece of the doctrine of karma and puts it in a false light. We will introduce you to what karma is all about and the twelve laws associated with it in this article. First, let's answer the question "What is karma?" In Europe and America, karma is readily presented as a Hindu view of causality in terms of good and bad deeds, while in the rest of the field the definition goes far beyond the simple concept of good and bad. According to psychologists, for example, karma can be understood as those situations that help us navigate our way toward our higher destiny. What we call bad karma actually serves as a sign of a desirable change in direction. This is to help us find our true self and shed what does not belong to us. In turn, Patel, an expert in meditation and mindfulness, sees karma as a circle of cause and effect, where the focus is not on the outcome, but on the action. These experiences are meant to make us the best version of ourselves and bring about a fulfilling life, though the future is not set in stone. Karma is the energy that comes from our behavior and is connected to the universe. Now let's move on to the twelve laws of karma and why they are so important. These can help you understand how karma really works. Those who look at karma as a guideline are more likely to weigh their thoughts and actions and thus make more thoughtful decisions, because every energy you send out brings back a corresponding energy.

1. This is the Great Law or the Law of Cause and Effect.

This first law is probably the best known and has also existed for a long time in the Western world. It’s reflected in proverbs such as "you reap what you sow". The energy you send into the universe, you’ll get back in a strengthened form. Thus, bad deeds have bad consequences, while good deeds bring good.

2. The law of creation.

We are a part of creation and a part of the flow of life. We cannot escape this and so life demands our participation. You must strive to achieve your goals yourself, because you are the creator of your life. Free yourself from things that take the place of your goals and use your talent, knowledge, skills to do good for yourself and others.

3. The law of humility.

Accept situations in order to change them. Your current reality is the result of your past actions and decisions. Blaming someone else does not elevate you to a higher level of existence. So evaluate without superiority.

4. The law of growth.

Growth and change begins with yourself. If you want to positively shape the world around you, you must first start from yourself, because you must start with what you have control over. So the goal should not be to change other people or things, but to change yourself. In doing so, you also have to accept that not everything can be changed. Self-love is of crucial importance in this.

5. The law of responsibility.

What happens to you in life happens because of you. We cannot look for responsibility in external things, but only in ourselves. You are the product of your decisions and thus the cause of good or bad experiences.

6. The law of connection.

This law is based on the belief that our past, present and future are connected. Your present self is the result of your past choices and actions, and your future self will arise from your present actions. In addition, it also deals with the fact that every deed, no matter how seemingly insignificant, has an impact on the entire universe. A first step is connected to many others, and the last step is as important as all the previous ones, since they are all necessary to complete the task.

7. The law of attitude.

Focusing on too many things at once can lead to frustration and a negative attitude. Direct your focus to one thing, take it one step at a time. If you focus on higher goals such as peace and love, you are less likely to be distracted by feelings such as anger or greed.

8. The law of giving and hospitality.

For the things you believe in, you must give. If you want to live in a peaceful world, you must promote peace for others. It is about practicing what you preach. Be selfless, give your knowledge and experience to others.

9. The law of the here and now.

In order to enjoy the present, we must not always look back. Only by embracing the here and now can we find inner peace. We should let go of old habits, dreams and experiences. This can be trained well with the following exercise. Look around the room you are in and fix your gaze on a particular object. Now blink and say, "I am here."

10. The law of change.

History will repeat itself until you learn from it and break the cycle. Change gives you the opportunity to take a new path and free yourself from old habits and achieve a better self.

11. The law of patience and reward.

Be consistent in your goals and they will come to fruition. Without sacrifice there is no reward. The more patience and perseverance a task requires, the greater the reward will be. True fulfillment comes from doing what you intend to do and knowing that the reward will come in due time.

12. The law of meaning and inspiration.

According to this law, every action, no matter how small, has an effect on the world. The value of an action comes as a result of the intention and energy that go into the activity. What you do, you should do with all your heart. For this is the only way to prevent the many mediocre contributions from canceling each other out. Each of us has an inherent destiny, and each has an ability that only he can share with the world. Sharing these gifts with the world is the task of our existence.

Today’s Conclusion: 

The twelve laws of karma can serve one as a guide through daily life. Understanding and absorbing the karmic teachings means becoming more mindful and having a positive impact on or enhancing one's environment. The principles can also serve as inspiration and motivation. Your choices are in your hands and the universe is changing with you. That's it for today.