Now, for the second of the six virtues: Dama. Dama means
keeping the body and the senses under control. This can be
achieved only by Sadhana or spiritual exercise and not by any
other means. One has to avoid spending precious time in useless
pursuits. One has to be ever vigilant. One has to engage the
senses of perception and of action and the body in congenial but
noble tasks which would keep them busy. There should be no chance
for thamas or sloth to creep in. And, every act must also promote
the good of others. While confining oneself to activities which
reflect one's natural duties (Swadharma), it is possible to
sublimate them into Sadhana for the body and the senses.
