Will power is very much like muscles and like muscles it tends to get exhausted with use. However just like the muscles, will power can also be developed through a simple exercise called meditation.

Our human nature wants quick fixes; excellence without toil, and perfection without practice. But life mastery and enlightenment are not cheap bargains. They are achieved through sacrifice, dedication, and perseverance.

तनाव का कारण है वर्तमान परिस्थिति को न स्वीकारना। हम सोचते हैं — “ऐसा क्यों?” “वैसा क्यों नहीं?” जब हम परिस्थितियों को स्वीकारना सीख जाते हैं, तभी वास्तविक शांति मिलती है।

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.