I don’t want people to think that they can attain realization simply by listening to others or by reading books. They must practice what they read and hear.
PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDARealize that enough hidden strength lies within you to overcome all obstacles and temptations. Bring forth that indomitable power and energy.
More Paramahansa Yogananda Quotes
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Strengthen your mind and refuse to carry the burden of mental and moral weakness acquired in past years; burn them in the fires of your present divine resolutions and right activities. By this constructive attitude you will attain freedom.
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Before embarking on important undertakings sit quietly calm your senses and thoughts and meditate deeply. You will then be guided by the great creative power of Spirit.
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If you want to be sad, no one in the world can make you happy. But if you make up your mind to be happy, no one and nothing on earth can take that happiness from you.
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Be honest with yourself. The world is not honest with you. The world loves hypocrisy. When you are honest with yourself you find the road to inner peace.
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If circumstances are bad and you have to bear them, do not make them a part of yourself.
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The greatest romance is with the Infinite.
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Be kind to others, so that you may learn the secret art of being kind to yourself.
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As a broken microphone cannot broadcast a message, so a restless mind cannot transmit prayers to God
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Every tomorrow is determined by every today.
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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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The sun shines equally on diamond and charcoal, but the former has developed qualities that enable it to reflect the sunlight brilliantly, while the latter is unable to reflect the sunlight. Emulate the diamond in your dealings with people. Brightly reflect the light of God’s love.
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You must not let your life run in the ordinary way; do something that nobody else has done, something that will dazzle the world. Show that God’s creative principle works in you.
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I relax and cast aside all mental burdens, allowing God to express through me His perfect love, peace, and wisdom.
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When the mind is calm, how quickly, how smoothly, how beautifully you will perceive everything.
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Do not take life’s experiences too seriously. For in reality they are nothing but dream experiences. Play your part in life, but never forget that it is only a role.
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