23 July 2014 - QA 5

Dear Gurudev, how to find a balance? I am attracted to spirituality but also the material world.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar:

It is okay, they are not in opposition. You should have balance in life. Work hard, earn money, save it and save some time for meditation.
People who are ambitious, who work hard and make money, don’t forget to brush their teeth or eat their food, isn't it. However busy they are earning money, they take time to enjoy their food. Like that, spirituality is food for soul, so do this also.
Some people are more interested in spirituality and they go deeper. They say, 'I have seen enough wealth in life and I will keep doing my work, but I will also do more work for betterment of people', then life takes off to another level.
These are different levels in life. You can sit in any step you want. The first step, second step, third step or the ultimate step. It is your choice.