The Yoga of Devotion

Krishna provides yet another alternative for those who find even selfless action difficult. 'Athaitad apy aśakto 'si kartuṁ mad-yogam āśritaḥ'—if you are unable (aśaktaḥ asi) even (api) to do this (etat kartuṁ), then take shelter (āśritaḥ) in My yoga (mad-yogam). 'Sarva-karma-phala-tyāgaṁ tataḥ kuru yatātmavān'—then (tataḥ) renounce (tyāgaṁ kuru) all fruits of action (sarva-karma-phala), with self-control (yatātmavān). This verse offers the path of renunciation of results. If you can't practice meditation or perform selfless action, you can at least renounce attachment to results. Take shelter in Krishna's yoga and, with self-control, let go of expectations. This is the most accessible path: simply renounce attachment to fruits. Verse 12.12 will explain the superiority of knowledge, completing Krishna's multiple alternatives.