What is the best excuse you have heard lately?
“You have a right to perform your actions, but not to the fruits of those actions. Do not let the results of your actions be your motive, nor be attached to inaction.” — Bhagavad Gita 2:47
The best excuse I have heard lately is, “Take a rest.”
I realized that sometimes resting is not an excuse at all—it is the wisest decision.When heavy rain pours continuously, water flows across the roads, drains overflow, and flash floods can happen within minutes. Roads become slippery, visibility is poor, and even careful drivers cannot control every situation.
There is little purpose in going out just because I feel compelled to work.As a driver, I would rather stay home than imagine unnecessary risks. A car from the opposite direction could skid. Another vehicle could suddenly drift into my lane. A hidden pothole beneath floodwater could damage my car. Strong winds and lightning could bring down tree branches without warning.
Even if I drive slowly and cautiously, I cannot control the actions of every other driver or the forces of nature.By choosing not to drive during severe weather, I am not being lazy.
I am preventing avoidable accidents, protecting my passengers, safeguarding my vehicle from costly repairs, and valuing my own life. Resting on dangerous days is an act of responsibility, not weakness.
Driving should come from awareness and sound judgment, not from compulsion, fear of missing income, or the pressure to keep working regardless of the conditions.
Sometimes the safest journey is the one we choose not to begin.
“Abandon all forms of attachment and take refuge in Me alone. I shall free you from all consequences. Do not grieve.” — Bhagavad Gita 18:66
This reflection emphasizes that choosing safety during dangerous weather is a responsible decision. Protecting your life and the lives of others is never an excuse—it is good judgment.
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