Whatever you want others to be, first be that yourself. Then, you will find others responding in like manner to you.
PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDAThe time will come when mankind will begin to get away from the consciousness of needing so many material things. More security and peace will be found in the simple life.
More Paramahansa Yogananda Quotes
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Be as simple as you can be; you will be astonished to see how uncomplicated and happy your life can become.
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Seclusion is the price of greatness.
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Every tomorrow is determined by every today.
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In that power of self-control lies the seed of eternal freedom.
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It is spiritual poverty, not material lack, that lies at the core of all human suffering.
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Freedom means the power to act by soul guidance, not by the compulsions of desires and habits. Obeying the ego leads to bondage; obeying the soul brings liberation.
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When you learn to get along with yourself, you will know how to get along with everybody.
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Never count your faults. Just see that your love for God is deeply sincere. For God doesn’t mind your imperfections: He minds your indifference.
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Through every trial we grow. All suffering we experience has a meaning. Though it seems very cruel, it is like the fire that smelts the iron ore: the steel that emerges from that furnace is beautifully strong, useful for many purposes.
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The kingdom of God is just behind the darkness of closed eyes, and the first gate that opens to it is your peace.
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A saint is a sinner who never gave up.
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Strengthen your mind and refuse to carry the burden of mental and moral weakness acquired in past years; burn them in the fires of your present divine resolutions and right activities. By this constructive attitude you will attain freedom.
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Live quietly in the moment and see the beauty of all before you. The future will take care of itself.
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Is a diamond less valuable because it is covered with mud? God sees the changeless beauty of our souls. He knows we are not our mistakes.
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Today I forgive all those who have ever offended me. I give my love to all thirsty hearts, both to those who love me and to those who do not love me.
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