We should serve others without any expectations whatsoever. When others throw thorns at us, we should be able to throw flowers back at them.
Mata AmritanandamayiA musk deer searches for the source of the fragrance of musk, but it won't find it because the fragrance comes from within itself. Bliss is not to be found outside of us; it exists within us.
Mata AmritanandamayiIf we have love and compassion in our hearts, then we will wholeheartedly serve those who suffer from lack of food, clothing and shelter.
Mata AmritanandamayiThe indicator of true knowledge is the ability to differentiate what uplifts us from what pulls us down.
Mata Amritanandamayi