Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realise there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.
Patriotism is, fundamentally, a conviction that a particular country is the best in the world because you were born in it…
Patriotism is, fundamentally, a conviction that a particular country is the best in the world because you were born in it…
Develop a mind of equilibrium. You will always be getting praise and blame, but do not let either affect poise of mind: follow calmness, the absence of pride.
He who loves me is made pure; his heart melts in joy. He rises to transcendental consciousness by the rousing of his higher emotional nature. Tears of joy flow from his eyes, his hair stands on end, his heart melts in love. The bliss in that state is so intense that, forgetful of himself and his surroundings, he sometimes weeps profusely, or laughs, or sings, or dances; such a devotee is a purifying influence upon the whole universe.
