The indicator of true knowledge is the ability to differentiate what uplifts us from what pulls us down.
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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The impermanent, which is the body, is given too much importance. The permanent, which is the Atman, is completely forgotten. This should change.
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Any action done with the right attitude, understanding and discrimination will take you closer to liberation. If however, the same action is done without the right attitude, it will bind you.
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Feel your prayers, feel your mantra and you will feel God.
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Each and every living being in nature is part of God’s body.
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Just as food and sleep are necessary for the body, spiritual understanding is needed for a healthy mind.
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There are thousands ready to die for their religion, but only are few willing to live by its principles. Because of their narrow vision and envy, they have missed the true essence and message of religion which is love and compassion.
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Our attitude should be: Whatever happens I will remain strong, courageous and happy.
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Happiness comes from the dissolution of the mind, not from external objects. Through meditation we can achieve everything including bliss, health, strength, intelligence and vitality. But it should be practiced properly in solitude and with care.
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In God’s vision, no inside or outside exists. Still, in the beginning, Mother is asking all to meditate on Him in the heart, in order to achieve concentration.
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We give physical exercise to the body, but neglect the heart. The exercise for the heart is uplifting the destitute and the suffering.
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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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Just as armor protects the soldier, spiritual knowledge protects us from the difficulties of life.
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Children, everyone should try to wake up before five in the morning. The ideal time for spiritual practices like meditation and chanting is Brahma Muhurta. During this period, sattvic qualities are predominant in nature. Moreover, the mind will be clear and body energetic.
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To awaken spiritual unity, and to spread to others the love that is our inherent nature, is the true goal of human life.
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Children, meditation is not just sitting with our eyes closed. We should take every action as worship. We should be able to experience His presence everywhere.
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