As a broken microphone cannot broadcast a message, so a restless mind cannot transmit prayers to God
PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDAA smooth life is not a victorious life.
More Paramahansa Yogananda Quotes
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Many people excuse their own faults but judge other persons harshly. We should reverse this attitude by excusing others’ shortcomings and by harshly examining our own.
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No one appears on our stage unless the director has placed them there for our benefit.
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Every tomorrow is determined by every today.
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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 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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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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He who conquers the mind, conquers the world.
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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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In that power of self-control lies the seed of eternal freedom.
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I am a spark from the Infinite. I am not flesh and bones. I am light.
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Those persons who have perceptive eyes enjoy beauty everywhere.
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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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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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Divisions are imaginary lines drawn by small minds.
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