A smooth life is not a victorious life.
PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDAThe soul loves to meditate, for in contact with the Spirit lies its greatest joy. If, then you experience mental resistance during meditation, remember that reluctance to meditate comes from the ego; it doesn’t belong to the soul.
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A good rule in life is to tell yourself simply, ‘What comes of itself, let it come.
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Change your life by changing your thoughts.
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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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The rains of Life’s Blessings cannot gather on mountaintops of pride, but flow easily into valleys of humbleness.
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A saint is a sinner who never gave up.
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I am a spark from the Infinite. I am not flesh and bones. I am light.
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By the practice of meditation, you will find that you are carrying within your heart a portable paradise.
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When the mind is strong and the heart is pure, you are free.
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The purpose of the guru is not to weaken your will. It is to teach you secrets of developing your inner power, until you can stand unshaken amidst the crash of breaking worlds.
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Remain calm, serene, always in command of yourself. You will then find out how easy it is to get along.
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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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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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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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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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Never count your faults. Just see that your love for God is deeply sincere. For God doesn’t mind your imperfections: He minds your indifference.
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