Surrender and living in the present are one and the same.

To Amma, all are Her children. In Amma's eyes no defect of Her children is serious. But when She is considered as the guru, it is essential for the growth of the disciples that they conduct themselves according to the tradition. Amma will pardon all the mistakes of Her children, but nature has certain laws. That is what brings punishment for our sins. Children, we should be able to take any sorrow or suffering as conducive for our growth.

Purify the mind through selfless service.

Compassion can shoulder the suffering of the entire world without feeling the slightest bit of pain.

Real success is gaining the ability to face situations in life with maturity.

Free from attachments to the past and worries about the future, a child expresses him/herself fully.

Nobody likes to let go of the ego- it is so precious to everyone. However, once you have attained a state of egolessness, the world won't disappear, as you may think it will. The world will continue, but a change takes place within you. Something is uncovered. You start seeing everything with the wonder and innocence of a child.