Paramahansa Yogananda Inspiration Quotations

When you know God as peace within, then you will realize Him as peace existing in the universal harmony of all things without.

With the realization of God comes all power. If the little wave knew that behind it is the great ocean, it could say, "I am the ocean." You should realize that just behind your consciousness is the Ocean of God.

Environment is of supreme importance. It is greater than will power.

Your success in life does not altogether depend on ability and training; it also depends on your determination to grasp opportunities that are presented to you.

It is better to meditate a little bit with depth than to mediate long with the mind running here and there. If you do not make an effort to control the mind it will go on doing as it pleases, no matter how long you sit to meditate.

Humbly serving all with their beauty, flowers say more to us about God than anything else. Each one brings a message that the Heavenly Father is right here.

Success is hastened or delayed by one’s habits. It is not your passing inspirations or brilliant ideas so much as your everyday mental habits that control your life.

With right attitude, life is very simple and very easy.