The basis for true change is freedom from negativity. And that's what acceptance implies: no negativity about what is. And then you see what this moment requires: what is it that is required now so that life can express itself more fully?

I had been anxious and depressed for years and suddenly I was deeply at peace.

Whenever you meet anybody, it is a holy encounter. The primary event is the energy field of presence between you and the other human being that arises. You enjoy it. There is deep joy in the meeting.

"Spiritual teacher" of course is not an identity. "Spiritual teacher" is a function. Somebody comes, the teaching happens. Somebody leaves, there's no spiritual teacher left.

On a deeper level you are already complete. When you realize that, there is a joyous energy behind what you do.

You can't wait for the end of your problems for you to be present. It has to be done whereever you are - which is now

If you don't mind being unhappy, what happens to the unhappiness?