Making others happy, through kindness of speech and sincerity of right advice, is a sign of true greatness. To hurt another soul by sarcastic words, looks, or suggestions, is despicable.
PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDABefore 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.
More Paramahansa Yogananda Quotes
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Your trials did not come to punish you, but to awaken you – to make you realise that you are a part of Spirit and that just behind the sparks of your life is the Flame of Infinity.
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Those persons who have perceptive eyes enjoy beauty everywhere.
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He who conquers the mind, conquers the world.
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The wave is the same as the ocean, though it is not the whole ocean. So each wave of creation is a part of the eternal Ocean of Spirit. The Ocean can exist without the waves, but the waves cannot exist without the Ocean.
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The soul’s first adventure is the fight between two ideas: the wish to return to earth in a human form, and the desire to feel the freedom of having no form.
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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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Truth is not afraid of questions.
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Is a diamond less valuable because it is covered with mud? God sees the changeless beauty of our souls. He knows we are not our mistakes.
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Nothing is impossible unless you think it is.
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Seclusion is the price of greatness.
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The season of failure is the best time for sowing the seeds of success.
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Proper visualization by the exercise of concentration and willpower enables us to materialize thoughts, not only as dreams or visions in the mental realm, but also as experiences in the material realm.
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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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If you are in a dark room, don’t beat at the darkness with a stick, but rather try to turn on the light
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Today I forgive all those who have ever offended me. I give my love to all thirsty hearts, both to those who love me and to those who do not love me.
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