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and not over future results.

God is almighty so leave the outcome

(success or failure) to Him / Her / It.

A Tāmasic person does not carry out his duties because of ignorance or laziness.

A Rājasic individual does not perform his duties because of fear of the outcome or if the task is unpleasant or difficult.

A Sātvic person carries out all his duties without selfish desire for personal gain and without fear of the outcome and difficulty of the task.

Bhagawad Gitā XVIII.9-10

5. Food

Food and drink play a very important role in maintaining our health and a healthy body is essential for performing all our duties ( Dharma).

शरीरं आ ं खलु साधनम् ।