Freedom begins as we become conscious of it.

It is utterly useless to try to change the outer world, for it is but a reflection of inner causes. The true seeker seeks to change himself.

Truth breaks you down so it can rebuild you according to its specifications in Heaven.

Beauty is only skin deep, but it's a valuable asset if you're poor or haven't any sense.

We can no more enjoy life by hoping for a future result than we can enjoy music by waiting for the final note.

A perfect method for awakening is to examine the results of our daily actions. If they are harmful, we know we need more consciousness.

Do not be impatient with your seemingly slow progress. Do not try to run faster than you presently can. If you are studying, reflecting and trying, you are making progress whether you are aware of it or not. A traveler walking the road in the darkness of night is still going forward. Someday, some way, everything will break open, like the natural unfolding of a rosebud.