Let things that enter your life wake you up. To do this be open, be curious, accept everything that comes along and let it teach you what it will. You can try to do everything to make your world perfect, but the old stuff always appears, until you have learned your lesson.
It is important to spend time with a teacher, but remember all teachings are mere references. Your goal should be to bring yourself to a state of independence. The true experience is living your own life, even the holiest of words are just words.
When most people hear about the ancient teachings, they waiver between belief and disbelief. When wise people hear about them, they diligently follow their path. Others laugh at them thinking they are foolish, by this laughter we know of their authenticity.
Being still when its time to be still and going forward when it is time to go forward, in this way rest and movement agree. This will help you quiet the heart. When you become calm, then you can turn to the outside world, as you no longer see the struggle and tumult of individuals.
Quote: The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.