Even when we feel most stuck, we are never separated from the awakened state. Even when our neurosis feels far more basic than our wisdom, it is there for us. The openness and warmth of our heart is our true nature and condition. Let the fog lift and the awakened state is there.
If you are trying to be spiritual in today’s world, you can never stop trying to purify yourself, strengthen yourself, and cultivate the sacred that is inside you. Once you are not with that knowing, you must constantly struggle with the impurities of the world.
We live a bewildered life, we struggle to know things, and whether there is a purpose to this existence. Just look behind all this and see the joy and simplicity in all things. Remain centered and act from your heart then all things will be in harmony, and you will be at peace.
Be cautious and reserved when you are a stranger, not gruff or overbearing. This way you will be accepted. When in a strange place, if you are obliging towards others and at the same time upright and steadfast, associating only with good people, you will have success.
Quote: If the only prayer you say in your whole life is “Thank you,” that would suffice. —Meister Eckhart