Maharajji told me, 'Give up anger and I'll help you.' I found _x000D_ that love freed me back into the ocean of love and my righteous anger didn't do that. And I would rather be free than right.
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If we are to help heal the world, we need to remember that it is a sacred place. Our actions need to be positive statements, reminders that even in the worst times there is a world worth struggling for.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of viewing the world as sacred and acting positively to inspire hope, even in difficult times.
Ram Dass highlights that the world holds inherent value and divinity, urging us to take positive actions that affirm this belief. By recognizing the sacred nature of our environment, we can contribute to its healing and inspire others to continue fighting for a better future, even amidst adversity.
Themes
HealingSacredPositive ActionsWorldStruggleHope
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a community service event to inspire volunteers.
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