Our highest, most important duty in this world is to help our fellow beings.
MATA AMRITANANDAMAYIEach and every object in Nature teaches us something. Renunciation and selflessness are the greatest lessons to learn from Nature.
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We should serve others without any expectations whatsoever. When others throw thorns at us, we should be able to throw flowers back at them.
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While eating, our attention should not be focused just on the taste. Imagine our chosen deity or guru is present within us and that we are feeding Him. This will turn eating into a spiritual practice.
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Try to make others happy, and don’t despair over all the evil in the world. Instead of cursing the dark, let us each light one small lamp.
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While carrying responsibilities, never forget to smile.
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Don’t go empty handed when going to a temple or to see a spiritual master. Offer something as a symbol of surrender, even if it be a mere flower.
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When one has truly imbibed spiritual qualities, they will spontaneously be reflected in one’s thoughts and actions.
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Don’t get angry. Try not to speak roughly or use harsh words.
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Too much reasoning has spoiled the contemporary mind. People have lost their hearts and faith.
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When humanity serves Nature, Nature serves humanity. When we serve animals and plants, they too serve us in return.
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Our educational system needs to give equal importance to the intellect and the heart.
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In most cases, worldly love ends in hatred and deep sorrow.
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Happiness depends on how you accept, understand and surrender to situations.
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Couples should abstain from sexual relations at least 2 or 3 days a week. Gradually try to reach a stage of celibacy most days.
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Only when human beings are able to perceive and acknowledge the Self in each other can there be real peace.
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The language of love is the language of humility or humbleness.
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