Effects of brahmacharya
Question
Dear Dhananjay,
Thank you very much for giving the public knowledge on brahmacharya.
With God's grace only, I have not voluntarily spilt my seed for almost 9 months. Positive effects have included a slightly clearer mind and a significant decrease in anger.
However, my tiredness levels have stayed the same (if not increased slightly) and I feel less motivated to carry out my duties (i.e studying). I am 19 yeras old.
My question is are these negative effects normal for brahmacharya and will they be going anytime soon or get worse.
Om Namah Shivaya :)
Answer
Adhere to the practice for a few years till it becomes a way of life. One will eventually reach the stage where Brahmacharya is no longer an effort but natural and effortless. Till then, ignore the reactions which eventually subside.
ॐ तत् सत्
(That Supreme being is the absolute truth)