Any action done with the right attitude, understanding and discrimination will take you closer to liberation. If however, the same action is done without the right attitude, it will bind you.

Loving words and deeds are the best alms.

As you help those in need, selfishness will fall away. And, without even noticing you will find your own fulfillment.

If we have been able to give happiness to a soul-even for a minute-it makes our life blessed.

We should serve others without any expectations whatsoever. When others throw thorns at us, we should be able to throw flowers back at them.

Children, we should visit homes of the poor, orphanages and hospitals from time to time. We should take our family members along and offer assistance and look after the welfare of inmates. A word spoken with love and concern will give them more comfort than any amount of money. That will lead to the expansion of our hearts as well.

Remember to set apart at least one hour every day to do some service for others. While the food we eat nurtures our bodies, it is what we give in charity that nurtures our souls. If time is not available daily, reserve at least a few hours every week for some worthwhile act of charity.