Heaven is a state of mind, not a location.
No thought, no mind, no choice – just being silent, rooted in yourself.
The noblest revenge is to forgive.
The longer and farther I ran, the more I realized that what I was often chasing was a state of mind – a place where worries that seemed monumental melted away, where the beauty and timelessness of the universe, of the present moment, came into sharp focus.
Regardless of the events or circumstances that are happening, remain steady and established in the Self. Then you can be truly happy and blissful.
Do you know what is needed for non-violent communication? Patience! Look inside and see, ‘Am I losing my patience?’ If yes, then increase your patience.
The purpose of yoga is to put a smile on your face in spite of all the stress, tension, or situations that you are put through in your day-to-day life.
The goal of spirituality is to bring such happiness, which nobody can take away from you.
In the beginning you may find meditation very boring, but later on you will find it so addictive. You will start enjoying it so much.
I like to listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most people never listen.
Let our New Year’s resolution be this: we will be there for one another as fellow members of humanity, in the finest sense of the word.
If there must be trouble, let it be in my day, that my child may have peace.
You don’t need strength to let go of something. What you really need is understanding.
If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor. If an elephant has its foot on the tail of a mouse and you say that you are neutral, the mouse will not appreciate your neutrality.
Watch your manner of speech if you wish to develop a peaceful state of mind. Start each day by affirming peaceful, contented and happy attitudes and your days will tend to be pleasant and successful.
You can’t separate peace from freedom because no one can be at peace unless he has his freedom.
Realize that true happiness lies within you. Waste no time and effort searching for peace and contentment and joy in the world outside. Remember that there is no happiness in having or in getting, but only in giving. Reach out. Share. Smile. Hug. Happiness is a perfume you cannot pour on others without getting a few drops on yourself.
The worst evils which mankind has ever had to endure were inflicted by bad governments.
Follow effective action with quiet reflection. From the quiet reflection will come even more effective action.
Those who are at war with others are not at peace with themselves.