Effort

You have been born in this world as a human being to worship God, so try to cultivate love for his divine presence.

Among thousands of people, scarcely one strives for perfection. And even among those who strive and attain, hardly one truly knows Me in essence.

The Self is not gained by the weak; nor through negligence, nor through austerity devoid of its marks. But for the wise who strive through these proper means—into that one this Self enters the abode of Brahman.

Yoga is hard to attain for one whose mind is ungoverned — this is my conviction. But for one who strives with a disciplined self, it is achievable through the right means.

If the Lord Hari is displeased, the Guru can still be one's protector; but if the Guru is displeased, no one can save you. Therefore, with every effort, take refuge in the Guru.

For there are two other causes, besides exertion, that lead to success. Whether there is success or failure, one should not despair, because success in actions depends on the union of many circumstances.

You should stick to your duty and gain the reward that comes from hard work and pain.

Have contentment, work with love, maintain purity of mind and body, practice contemplation, and have faith in the Lord, viewing all with equanimity.

The person who elevates their thoughts, sets an ideal, and strives to live up to it will soon attain a deep sense of connection with the divine.

One who is content with whatever they receive without effort, free from dualities, without envy, and balanced in success and failure, remains unbound even while acting.

This is not Karma Yoga, but rather a self-promotional attempt to gain fame. In contrast, a common laborer who earns a meager living through hard work may choose to donate their earnings to feed the hungry or sick, even if it means they themselves go without food that day. This is true self-sacrifice and genuine Karma Yoga.

Work becomes elevated when it's done with the right mindset, free from attachment and egoism.

The main teaching of the Gita is to not be attached to actions. Lord Krishna tells Arjuna, 'Work constantly, but do not expect rewards.'

My advice is to not strive for supernatural powers or rapid Kundalini awakening. Instead, cultivate devotion to God, have complete faith in Him, and embody a spirit of service to humanity. The Kundalini will awaken naturally.

One who is a devotee of God must possess an unwavering understanding, unshakeable under any circumstances, much like the anvil in a blacksmith's workshop, which, despite being constantly struck by the hammer, remains unshaken.

God's grace is the ultimate help. You may try thousands of times, but nothing can be achieved without God's grace. One cannot see God without His grace. It's not easy to receive God's grace; one must renounce egotism completely, as one cannot see God as long as they feel they are the doer.

If the mind constantly recognizes the presence of the Supreme Power, it will eliminate selfishness and work for the well-being of others.

The Bible says, 'Blessed are the peacemakers.' Those who work towards establishing peace on earth are truly blessed, not those who spread hate and sow seeds of discord.

This mystery should not be disclosed to just anyone. I have revealed it before you. Guard it with all care and effort, for you are dear to me.

Initially, the psychic being can only exert a hidden, partial, and indirect influence through the mind, life, and body, as these aspects of nature need to be developed into instruments for its self-expression. As a result, it remains confined by their development for a long time.