The true basis of religion is not belief, but intuitive experience. Intuition is the soul’s power of knowing God. To know what religion is really all about, one must know God.
A good rule in life is to tell yourself simply, 'What comes of itself, let it come.
We are what we think we are. The habitual inclination of our thoughts determines our talents and abilities, and our personality. So whatever you want to be, start to develop that pattern now.
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.
You must not let your life run in the ordinary way; do something that nobody else has done, something that will dazzle the world. Show that God's creative principle works in you.
If you possess happiness you possess everything: to be happy is to be in tune with God.
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.
The happiness of one's own heart alone cannot satisfy the soul; one must try to include, as necessary to one's own happiness, the happiness of others.
People are running, running, but there is no place in the world to which they can flee to escape themselves. Ultimately, each one must face himself.
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.
Realize that enough hidden strength lies within you to overcome all obstacles and temptations. Bring forth that indomitable power and energy.
Through the portals of silence the healing sun of wisdom and peace will shine upon you.
No one appears on our stage unless the director has placed them there for our benefit
Fearlessness means faith in God: faith in his protection, His justice, His wisdom, His mercy, His love, and His Omnipresence... To be fit for Self-realization man must be fearless.
Meet everybody and every circumstance on the battlefield of life with the courage of a hero and the smile of a conqueror.
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.
Whatever you want others to be, first be that yourself. Then, you will find others responding in like manner to you.
Nothing is impossible unless you think it is.
Learn to be calm and you will always be happy.