When I take something away, I know that it is best for her, sometimes she listens, and it is smooth sailing, at other times, throws a tantrum; I try to reason, but doesnt work, mind and emotions are shut off.
This made me wonder: is this also how the Divine functions; whatever happens is for our best; and the more we resist, the more difficult and painful it is for us?
Your intuitive understanding is right on the spot. I have used this analogy in some of the talks. There are some passages in Sri Aurobindo’s writings as well that refer to this.
Of course, sometimes the Divine denies our desires or even snatches away something that would be harmful to us in the long run. But at other times, He grants it to us and lets us learn through direct experience.
Affectionately,
Alok da
