Reality is all-encompassing: the absolute nature is one. Although we may feel separate from the original uncreated reality - whether we call it 'God,' 'peak experience,' or 'enlightened mind' - through awareness we can contact this essential part of ourselves.

Although all of us desire happiness, few of us reach that goal because of the seemingly endless cycle of expectation and disappointment.

When we learn to deal directly with our complaints and difficulties, romanticized ideas about the spiritual path are no longer meaningful. We see that what is important is to take responsibility for ourselves, and to always be aware of our thoughts, feelings, and actions.

The basis of the spiritual path is the development in ourselves of what is truly balanced, natural, and meaningful.

If you want to do your best for future generations of humanity, for your friends and family, you must begin by taking good care of yourself.

When a child encounters something he or she does not want, that child has all kinds of maneuvers to avoid it, such as crying, hiding, or fighting. . . Unless we are taught to face our problems directly and work through them, the pattern of avoidance will be repeated; it can be a natural, accepted way to act.

Complete health and awakening are really the same.