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.
Sri Nisargadatta MaharajRead
The essence of saintliness is total acceptance of the present moment, _x000D_ harmony with things as they happen.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True saintliness comes from fully embracing the present and finding peace with what is unfolding.
This quote emphasizes that genuine saintliness and spiritual enlightenment are rooted in accepting the present moment without resistance. It suggests that peace and harmony come when we align ourselves with the flow of life, rather than fighting against it or wishing things were different.
Themes
AcceptancePresent MomentHarmonySaintlinessPeace
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a meditation workshop to inspire participants to embrace mindfulness.
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