ACK 4c: Eat in a pleasant atmosphere

A cheerful mood helps digestion; a spiritual mood, even more. Eat in pleasant surroundings and center the conversation around spiritual topics. According to the Ksema-kutuhala, a Vedic cookbook from the 2nd century A.D., a pleasant atmosphere and a good mood are as important to proper digestion as the quality of the food.

Look upon your food as Krsna's mercy. Food is a divine gift, so cook it, serve it, and eat it in a spirit of joyful reverence.