Every sensation shares the same characteristic: it arises and passes away, arises and passes away. It is this arising and passing that we have to experience through practice, not just accept as truth because Buddha said so, not just accept because intellectually it seems logical enough to us. We must experience sensationโs nature, understand its flux, and learn not to react to it.
S. N. GoenkaThe consequences of today are determined by the actions of the past. To change your future, alter your decisions today.
S. N. GoenkaDiscover real peace and harmony within yourself, and naturally this will overflow to benefit others.
S. N. GoenkaWork diligently. Diligently. Work patiently and persistently. Patiently and persistently. And you're bound to be successful. Bound to be successful.
S. N. GoenkaRemoving old conditionings from the mind and training the mind to be more equaimous with every experience is the first step toward enabling one to experience true happiness.
S. N. GoenkaIf we can develop the ability to be aware of the present moment, we can use the past as a guide for ordering our actions in the future, so that we may attain our goal.
S. N. GoenkaReal wisdom is recognizing and accepting that every experience is impermanent. With this insight you will not be overwhelmed by ups and downs. And when you are able to maintain an inner balance, you can choose to act in ways that will create happiness for you and for others. Living each moment happily with an equanimous mind, you will surely progress toward the ultimate goal of liberation from all suffering.
S. N. Goenka