In giving respect we can be very happy, because we can do it in all situations. When we expect respect we are miserable, because it is not that everyone in every situation will respect us.

That is truth. In that truth, there is real happiness. And there is nothing that could disturb that happiness.

When the kirtan is harmonious with so many people, it’s a tumultuous beautiful sound. We can’t hear just one voice during the chorus; or rather we do hear one voice. But that one voice is actually the sound of everyone’s voice in harmony. That’s our offering to God. And why is it so pleasing to the Lord? Because we are all cooperating for a higher purpose. We are all united for the pleasure of the center, for the pleasure of Krishna, in spite of all our differences.

Real responsibility means to live and speak in such a way as to help peoples faith and not to disturb it.

Humility is all about being truthful and honest.

Spirituality is revival of our God consciousness, not creating something new.

Materialism is the consciousness of wanting to exploit and enjoy.