All happiness comes from awareness. The more we are conscious the deeper the joy. Acceptance of pain, non-resistance, courage and endurance - these open deep and perennial sources of real happiness, true bliss.
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All you need is already within you, only you must approach your self with reverence and love. Self-condemnation and self-distrust are grievous errors. Your constant flight from pain and search for pleasure is a sign of love you bear for your self, all I plead with you is this: make love of your self perfect. Deny yourself nothing -- glue your self infinity and eternity and discover that you do not need them; you are beyond.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of self-love and inner awareness as the keys to realizing one's true potential.
Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj's quote suggests that everything one needs for fulfillment is already within, and it urges individuals to approach themselves with love and respect. It highlights that self-condemnation and distrust hinder personal growth, while the quest for pleasure often indicates a desire for deeper self-acceptance. By cultivating a profound love for oneself and embracing both infinity and eternity, a person can transcend limitations and understand their true essence beyond material needs.
Themes
Self-LoveInner-AwarenessPersonal-GrowthSelf-AcceptanceWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech on self-improvement, one could use this quote to highlight the importance of self-love.
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