Think of a space in your heart, and in the midst of that space think that a flame is burning. Think of that a flame is burning. Think of that flame as your own soul and inside the flame is another effulgent light, and that is the Soul of your soul, God. Meditate upon that in the heart.
Swami VivekanandaWhen you feel gloomy, think what has been done within the last year. How, rising from nothing.
Swami VivekanandaPerfection is one thing and enjoyment another; these two having different ends, engage men differently.
Swami VivekanandaWe hear all around us about practical religion, and analysing all that, we find that it can be brought down to one conception - charity to our fellow beings.
Swami VivekanandaPurity, patience and perseverance are the three essentials to success and above all love.
Swami VivekanandaTry a little harder, and meditation comes. You do not feel the body or anything else. When you come out of it after the hour, you have had the most beautiful rest you ever had in your life. That is the only way you ever give rest to your system. Not even the deepest sleep will give you such a rest as that.
Swami Vivekananda