All religious leaders and spiritual teachers emphasize finding a place within us that is true. People who obsessively follow these leaders instead of their own purpose attach to the spiritual leader and become fanatical and controlling. That's why Jesus tried to tell his followers not to get attached to outward form.
Martha BeckEverything always passes, and everything is already okay. Stay in the place where you can see that, and nothing will resist you.
Martha BeckIf you find yourself getting nervous stop and relax for three full breaths. Then take one small step, then another. That is how people get to the top of Everest.
Martha BeckYou will know how to stop suffering as soon as suffering ceases to be valuable. If you are in pain, you are being led.
Martha Beck