Reflective story
The Prayer After Prayer
A devotee finished morning prayer feeling peaceful, then immediately became impatient with the first interruption of the day.

Sree Sree Thakur Anukulchandra
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He noticed the contrast and decided that the next interruption would become part of the practice rather than an enemy of it.
The second interruption was handled more gently.
Lesson
Prayer continues through the conduct that follows it.
Source note
Original Satsang Vani reflective story inspired by public themes of service, discipline, character, devotion and Being & Becoming.