In trying to cultivate the aspect of equal mindedness Sruti has taught us that there are three methods. One path is described as ‘meena marga’ or path taken by a fish. Another one is the path taken by an animal. The third one is the path taken by a tortoise. It is the characteristic feature of the fish that it can live only in water. The animal on the other hand can survive only on land. A tortoise is an amphibian and can live either in water or on land equally well and with the same comfort.

An individual who will never forget God whether he is in family or in the society or whether he is isolated or not is like the tortoise. The path of the tortoise is very essential for the man. The Sruti has taught us three different paths within the path of the tortoise namely Jnani, Jijnasa and Aruda. (SSB 1974, p. 223-224)

Equal-mindedness and a sense of oneness with all are the marks of a true human being. In this vast country, everyone has an important role to play. Everyone as a citizen has a social responsibility. The world indeed is one human family. The true student should be able to experience this oneness. Sports and games enable students to develop this feeling of oneness.

Sports and games and physical exercise contribute directly to physical fitness and good health. But man is not merely the gross body alone. He has the subtle element in him, namely, the mind. It is only when man achieves purity of mind and develops unselfishness that he can acquire peace of mind and experience genuine happiness. Hence both physical fitness and mental purity is essential for man. Students should realise that the determination and perseverance they show in seeking to win laurels in sports and games are also equally necessary in other spheres of life, especially in those of morality and spirituality. (SSS Vol.22, p. 2)