The cause of tension is our non-acceptance of the present situation. 'Why is it like this and not like that?' When we learn to accept situations, we attain peace.

We must set up a daily schedule for sadhana. This regular practice will increase our spiritual strength and gradually lift our consciousness to God.

श्रद्धा और भाव के बिना किए गए कर्मकांड और पूजा-पद्धतियाँ मात्र शारीरिक व्यायाम है। भगवान हमारे बाहरी आचरण से अधिक, हमारे भीतर की प्रेमपूर्ण भावना को ही महत्त्व देते हैं।

Performing rituals without sentiments and understanding is an empty drill. God values our bhav, the loving sentiments inside.

The golden rule of life is that achieving growth and positive change is always an uncomfortable process. Despite the unpleasantness, we must continue to practice.

ज्ञान की सहायता से प्रेम जाग्रत होता है। जब हम किसी वस्तु या व्यक्ति का वास्तविक मूल्य समझ लेते हैं, तो हमारे भीतर का प्रेम और गहरा हो जाता है।

Love is evoked with the help of knowledge. When we develop understanding of the value of something our love gets enhanced.

Uprooting bad habits that have grown up to become mighty oaks is no child’s play. Even the slightest progress in this direction requires self-control—to resist bad behaviour and act upon the good one.