If you could really see that tree over there," Merlin said, "you would be so astounded that you'd fall over." "Really? But why?" asked Arthur. "It's just a tree." "No," Merlin said, "It's just a tree in your mind. To another mind it is an expression of infinite spirit and beauty. In God's mind it is a dear child, sweeter than anything you can imagine.

As you meditate, over time your consciousness becomes awake within itself. The silent witness within saturates and illuminates the mind so that it does not look to the past or the future for fulfillment. It experiences peace and freedom within itself in every moment.

I often say 'pursue excellence, ignore success.' Success is a by-product of excellence.

You must find the place inside yourself where nothing is impossible.

We either allow our past to keep interfering with our optimal expression of love and happiness, or we can move beyond our past with renewed passion for life

Most people aren't in touch with their body and tend to live in their thoughts.

With spiritual growth comes new creative potential, leading to the realization that you are pure potential, able to fill any creative impulse.