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Understanding Life Lessons in Nine Points
Whether you are Hindu or follow another religion, whether you are a woman or a man, whether you are poor or wealthy, whether you live in your own country or abroad, there are some timeless truths from the **Mahabharata** that apply to everyone. The following nine life lessons are valuable pearls of wisdom that everyone, as a human being, should read and understand:
### Controlling Unreasonable Desires
If you fail to control your children's unreasonable demands and desires at the right time, you might end up helpless in life. This situation is perfectly exemplified by the **Kauravas**. They were spoiled by unchecked desires, leading to their ultimate downfall. **Highlight**: Uncontrolled desires lead to disaster.
### The Futility of Supporting Injustice
No matter how powerful you are, if you support injustice, all your strength, weapons, skills, and blessings will become useless. **Karna**'s story illustrates this point well. Despite his strength and loyalty, his support of wrongdoing led to his ruin. **Highlight**: Supporting injustice weakens you.
### Avoid Misguided Ambitions for Your Children
Do not push your children towards goals that might cause widespread destruction. **Ashwatthama**'s tragic actions were a result of misguided ambitions…