Meditation is like a plane: It first takes you high, then far away and then further away imperceptibly.
GAUR GOPAL DASWe must find positivity in the bleakest situations and live by the principle of gratitude
More Gaur Gopal Das Quotes
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It is strange that sword and words have the same letters. Even more strange is that they have the same effect if not handled properly.
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Even more strange is that they have the same effect if not handled properly.
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Our association is powerful: it can uplift us or bring us down.
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As a monk, I have to be cautious of overindulgence; it is essential to stay regulated in our habits.
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The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.
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Feeling peaceful, happy and content is not about avoiding challenges in our life, but about how we navigate through these challenges to reach the type of life we want to live.
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Always seeing the best in people and choosing to avoid their faults.
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What great men do, common men follow.
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People with a closed mindset want to grow by beating others in their field. Open-minded people, on the other hand, grow by developing themselves.
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Forgiveness is a complex concept. We must understand it thoroughly to be able to internalize it.
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The sands of time slow for no man. Things change for better and for worse, but what we choose to perceive is up to us.
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We need to understand the hierarchy of connections. Ultimately, we must connect to something above ourselves such as God. This can give us the power to spread happiness and joy around the world.
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Physical violence is inflicted with weapons, but emotional violence is inflicted with words; words can leave invisible scars that can take years, or even lifetimes, to heal.
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When upon life’s billows you are tempest-tossed, When you are discouraged, thinking all is lost, Count your many blessings, name them one by one, And it will surprise you what the Lord has done.
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The paradox of our times is that those who have the most can often be the least satisfied.
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Fight the strong urge to judge someone based on an initial interaction with them. Everyone has a fascinating story that we know nothing about.
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We can increase our scope of selflessness beyond our family by serving our community, city or even nation.
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Think: Is this in my control? If yes, you can do something about it. If no, then you cannot do anything about it. Therefore, in both circumstances, why worry?
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It is strange that sword and words have the same letters.
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If you do what you love, you will never have to work a day in your life.
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One’s ability to appreciate beauty is related to one’s ability to make moral judgments.
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Familiarity breeds contempt, I replied. When we are overly familiar with people, we forget how important they are to us and the correct way to behave with them.
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We can increase our scope of selflessness beyond our family by serving our community, city or even nation.
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Having a friend to listen to your problems and discuss them with you is the beginning of finding a solution.
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At work we tend to compare and compete with others, instead of comparing and competing with ourselves.
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A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
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