The wave is the same as the ocean, though it is not the whole ocean. So each wave of creation is a part of the eternal Ocean of Spirit. The Ocean can exist without the waves, but the waves cannot exist without the Ocean.
PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDABe careful what you choose to do consciously, for unless your will is very strong, that is what you may have to do repeatedly and compulsively through the habit-influencing power of the subconscious mind.
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In the spiritual life one becomes just like a little child, without resentment, without attachment, full of life and joy.
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Forget the past, for it is gone from your domain! forget the future, for it is beyond your reach! control the present! Live supremely well now! This is the way of the wise.
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If you permit your thoughts to dwell on evil you yourself will become ugly. Look only for the good in everything so you absorb the quality of beauty.
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The soul’s first adventure is the fight between two ideas: the wish to return to earth in a human form, and the desire to feel the freedom of having no form.
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Realize that enough hidden strength lies within you to overcome all obstacles and temptations. Bring forth that indomitable power and energy.
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If you possess happiness you possess everything: to be happy is to be in tune with God.
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When the mind is strong and the heart is pure, you are free.
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In the state of love, no matter what you do, it’s going to be good.
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A good rule in life is to tell yourself simply, ‘What comes of itself, let it come.
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Truth is not afraid of questions.
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Play your part in life, but never forget it is only a role.
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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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Remain calm, serene, always in command of yourself. You will then find out how easy it is to get along.
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When the mind is calm, how quickly, how smoothly, how beautifully you will perceive everything.
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A saint is a sinner who never gave up.
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