Having lots of money while not having inner peace is like dying of thirst while bathing in the ocean.
PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDAYou do not have to struggle to reach God, but you do have to struggle to tear away the self-created veil that hides him from you
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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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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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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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Every tomorrow is determined by every today.
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No one appears on our stage unless the director has placed them there for our benefit.
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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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Play your part in life, but never forget it is only a role.
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Those persons who have perceptive eyes enjoy beauty everywhere.
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In that power of self-control lies the seed of eternal freedom.
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Seclusion is the price of greatness.
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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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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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Beginning with the early dawn of each day, I will radiate joy to everyone I meet. I will be mental sunshine for all who cross my path. Before the unfailing light of my cheer, darkness will take flight.
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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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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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