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.
PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDAI relax and cast aside all mental burdens, allowing God to express through me His perfect love, peace, and wisdom.
More Paramahansa Yogananda Quotes
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The greater the will, the greater the flow of energy.
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So long as we believe in our heart of hearts that our capacity is limited and we grow anxious and unhappy, we are lacking in faith. One who truly trusts in God has no right to be anxious about anything.
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Let my soul smile through my heart and my heart smile through my eyes, that I may scatter rich smiles in sad hearts.
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In the state of love, no matter what you do, it’s going to be good.
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When the mind is calm, how quickly, how smoothly, how beautifully you will perceive everything.
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Live quietly in the moment and see the beauty of all before you. The future will take care of itself.
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Those who are unconquered in spirit are the real successes in life. If you can so train or condition your mind that you are content regardless of what you have or do not have, and if you can stand the challenge of all your trials and remain calm-that is true happiness.
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Be as simple as you can be; you will be astonished to see how uncomplicated and happy your life can become.
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The happiness of one’s own heart alone cannot satisfy the soul; one must try to include, as necessary to one’s own happiness, the happiness of others.
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Do your best and then relax. Let things go on in a natural way, rather than force them.
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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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The greatest romance is with the Infinite. You have no idea how beautiful life can be. When you suddenly find God everywhere, when He comes and talks to you and guides you, the romance of divine love has begun.
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If you permit your thoughts to dwell on evil you yourself will become ugly. Look only for the good in everything so you absorb the quality of beauty.
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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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A saint is a sinner who never gave up.
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