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.
PARAMAHANSA YOGANANDAAs a broken microphone cannot broadcast a message, so a restless mind cannot transmit prayers to God
More Paramahansa Yogananda Quotes
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The greatest romance is with the Infinite.
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I am a spark from the Infinite. I am not flesh and bones. I am light.
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Love cannot be had for the asking; it comes only as a gift from the heart of another.
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Have only love in your heart for others. The more you see the good in them, the more you will establish good in yourself.
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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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Whatever I do, I do with the greatest love that I have in me. Try this, and you will see that you do not become fatigued at all. Love is one of the greatest stimulants to the will. Under the influence of love the will can do almost anything.
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When you meditate the glory of the Divine shines forth. You realize then that all along there was something tremendous within you and you did not know it.
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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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Change yourself and you have done your part in changing the world.
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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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When you learn to get along with yourself, you will know how to get along with everybody.
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Since you alone are responsible for your thoughts, only you can change them.
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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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Be honest with yourself. The world is not honest with you. The world loves hypocrisy. When you are honest with yourself you find the road to inner peace.
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