If you are open with someone, he will be open with you. If you want love from someone, give your love to him. If you want kind and sympathetic behavior from someone, be kind and sympathetic to him.
Maharishi Mahesh YogiRead
Meditation is the direct means of enjoying the greatest happiness and is the only means to quench the thirst for happiness on earth.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Meditation leads to true happiness and fulfills our inherent desire for joy.
This quote emphasizes that meditation is not just a practice but a fundamental way to achieve lasting happiness. According to Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, it is through meditation that individuals can truly connect with their inner selves, finding peace and fulfillment, which satisfies their deep-rooted longing for joy in life.
Themes
MeditationHappinessJoyInner PeaceContentment
In practice
Example use cases
In a public speech about mental well-being, one might use this quote to highlight the importance of meditation.
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