Honor your self. Worship your self. Meditate on your self. God dwells within you as you.
Swami MuktanandaRead
Your goal is not to battle with the mind, but to witness the mind.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of observing one's thoughts rather than struggling against them.
Swami Muktananda encourages individuals to adopt a stance of mindfulness towards their thoughts, suggesting that rather than engaging in a mental fight or suppression of thoughts, one should simply observe them. This perspective promotes a deeper understanding and acceptance of the mind's nature, leading to greater inner peace and clarity.
Themes
MindfulnessObservationThoughtsPeaceAwareness
In practice
Example use cases
In a meditation workshop, you might share this quote to encourage participants to focus on observing their thoughts without judgment.
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