Tantra is quicker; but for some people it can be spiritually disastrous.

When you sit and meditate and begin to experience expanded states of mind, you will be afraid. The light makes most people very, very afraid. The only way to overcome the fear is walking down into the light.

What we are seeking to do is not melt the map of America. We are seeking to melt the self, the solid form that we consider ourselves to be.

After two or three sessions of meditating on your heart chakra, it will no longer be necessary for you to physically touch your chest. You will sense the spot automatically.

If this is the only life, then everything assumes too great an importance. We have to get everything out of life and we overdo it.

The sights of infinity can be too strong. They can scorch the soul. It's best to take infinity on a little at a time.

There is a world of deaf, dumb and blind people out there, who are shuffling through their lives, not knowing how wonderful life can be. They have their moments, but they are very unconscious.