Understand this great truth: The happiness that comes from the pleasures of the world is but a minute reflection of the infinite bliss that comes from within your own Self.
MATA AMRITANANDAMAYIProblems arise when you identify with your thoughts and emotions. Try to be a witness to the thoughts instead of being totally identified with them.
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The change will only happen outside once we change within ourselves.
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May your thoughts, words and actions arise from love.
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The beauty and charm of selfless love and service should not die away from the face of this earth. The world should know that a life of dedication is possible, that a life inspired by love and service to humanity is possible.
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If you have patience, then you’ll also have love. Patience leads to love.
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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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Love one another without any expectations. Then, there is no need to go anywhere in search of heaven.
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Be like the honeybee who gathers only nectar wherever it goes. Seek the goodness that is found in everyone.
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What we need is peace of mind. We can gain that only through the control of our mind.
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A seed has to get buried in the soil for its real form as a plant to emerge. Only through modesty and humility can we grow. Pride and conceit will only destroy us. Live with the firm attitude, ‘I am everyone’s servant.’ Then the whole universe will bow down to us.
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Love sustains everything.
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The intellect always cuts and divides like a pair of scissors. The heart sews things together and unites like a needle. The tailor uses both.
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A person’s destiny can be changed through the power of a saint.
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Happiness depends on how you accept, understand and surrender to situations.
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Remember to set apart at least one hour every day to do some service for others. While the food we eat nurtures our bodies, it is what we give in charity that nurtures our souls. If time is not available daily, reserve at least a few hours every week for some worthwhile act of charity.
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Our educational system needs to give equal importance to the intellect and the heart.
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