Sound Bhakti

..even if one isn’t directly seeing Krishna, one is directly in contact with Krishna through the process of devotional service, and most particularly by chanting His Holy Names. So, this lifetime is a preparation for the next life. One of the ways to be steady throughout this lifetime, as Nārada was in his life before he attained his spiritual body, is to be aware of the fact that we’re biting our time here in this present body. It’s all about preparing to leave this body for attaining the next destination. We can follow in the footsteps of Sri Nārada. That’s what the Bhāgavatam suggests: by taking advantage of the association of devotees and then going on with the chanting of the Mahāmantra throughout this lifetime. If one does that, one will have success in following the footsteps of the most exemplary Great Sage Nārada. (Excerpt from the talk) HG Vaiśeṣika Dāsa highlights the significance of devoting our lives to cultivating a profound bond with The Holy Name and preparing for our eternal journey. https: