Daslakshan/Paryushan Parv 2025

Day 01: Uttam Kshama Dharm

Virtue of the day is supreme forgiveness. Developing this quality allows one to conquer anger and develop humility.

Action: If you feel yourself getting angry, regain calm, and then speak.

Day 02: Uttam Maardav Dharm

Virtue of the day is supreme humility. By overcoming pride, one can find true bliss from within the soul.

Action: With open mind, ask for honest feedback from a close friend or mentor.

Day 03: Uttam Aarjav Dharm

Virtue of the day is supreme straightforwardness. Developing this quality cultivates credibility and trustworthiness.

Action: Avoid stretching the truth for your benefit - simply state it as it is.

Day 04: Uttam Shauch Dharm

Virtue of the day is supreme contentment. Developing this quality makes one free of greed, clearing the path to liberation.

Action: Pick a possession that you might want to upgrade. If it is still usable, avoid making that purchase.

Day 05: Uttam Satya Dharm

Virtue of the day is supreme truth. Developing this quality requires that one is beneficially honest an speaks only when necessary.

Action: Do not speak harshly about anyone or anything, and offer your opinion only when necessary.

Day 06: Uttam Sanyam Dharm

Virtue of the day is supreme self-restraint. Developing this quality fosters self-discipline through careful execution of one's thoughts, words, and actions.

Action: Take a vow! for a day. Eg. Eat all meals before sunset.

Day 07: Uttam Tap Dharm

Virtue of the day is supreme penance. By undergoing certain austerities, one is able to curtail desires and limite indulgences.

Action: Abide by a vegan diet today. Alternatively, go without dessert today.

Day 08: Uttam Tyaag Dharm

Virtue of the day is supreme renunciation. One becomes richer through the process of reducing their attachments and finding solace within the soul.

Action: Give time or money to a charity or cause dedicated to uplifting others or promoting non-violence.

Day 09: Uttam Aakinchan Dharm

Virtue of the day is supreme detachment. By developing this quality allows one to achieve equanimity.

Action: Share or giveaway a favorite possession, as opposed to an old or unused one.

Day 10: Uttam Bramhacharya Dharm

Virtue of the day is supreme celibacy. Developing this quality allows one to keep passions and desires in check.

Action: Sleep without a pillow or use a chair cushion to curtail satisfaction from the sense of touch.