“We are formed and molded by our thoughts. Those whose minds are shaped by selfless thoughts give joy when they speak or act. Joy follows them like a shadow that never leaves them.” ~ Buddha
A Lover
“[A lover] never calculates — he doesn’t bother what he’s gaining or what he’s losing. He’s so absorbed with the love that he has no time to think. A lover never thinks what he’s gaining or what he’s losing: he’s…
If evil be spoken of you…
“If evil be spoken of you and it be true, correct yourself, if it be a lie, laugh at it.” ~Epictetus
If one oversteps…
“If one oversteps the bounds of moderation, the greatest pleasures cease to please.” ~Epictetus
First learn the meaning of what you say…
“First learn the meaning of what you say, and then speak.” ~Epictetus
Control the passions…
“Control thy passions lest they take vengence on thee.” ~Epictetus
Only attachment can create detachment…
“Only attachment can create detachment.” ~ Huzur Maharaj Charan Singh Ji
The souls from all are from one and the same source, but…
“The souls of all are from one and the same source, but a soul which is unveiled shines out. Love and light come continually from such souls. We need no proof of it, for it is living, all else is…
Very often in daily life one sees that losing one’s temper…
“Very often in everyday life one sees that by losing one’s temper with someone who has already lost his, one does not gain anything but only sets out upon the path of stupidity. He who has enough self-control to stand…
The words that enlighten the soul..
“The words that enlighten the soul are more precious than jewels.” ~ Hazrat Inayat Khan