Positive Thinking Quotes

The more positive the thoughts flowing through our mind, the more contented we would feel. It is easy to feel contented when we are praised and appreciated, but to remain contented when we are criticized and rejected is the mark of true spiritual strength. The way to develop this is to learn about God’s way of loving. Only when we are in deep contemplation can we see God showing us the kind of love we need to express so that we ourselves never reject or criticize and always generate good wishes for others. Then we will be satisfied no matter what life throws at us.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Cooperation is based on faith, love and trust. It is a power that comes when there is love for both the task and the special part each plays on bringing it to a completion. Real cooperation takes place when there are good wishes and pure feelings for each other. To cooperate with God in His task is the greatest achievement.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

One of the highest forms of courage is the ability to face our own negativity without feeling guilty or bad about ourselves, and then taking responsibility for changing it. We must first make contact with our deepest spiritual core. Reflecting on the things we care about most gives us a glimpse of our innate goodness. Building on this, God will, if we let Him, gently reveal in us a caring and compassionate nature that can even be described as divine. The courage to let go of unwanted thoughts and feelings will develop when we accept that our higher, divine self is not separate from us, but lies at the very heart of who I am.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

The highest discipline is to live by the values that are dearest to us. To do so we may have to sacrifice something, for example, praise, money or status. However, the rewards are enormous : self-respect, self-confidence and an ability to face adversity with courage and optimism.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Acts of virtue emerge from deep within, from an inner sanctuary of silence from which inspiration flows. Every action has its seed in a thought and every thought is a creation of the thinker, the soul. We choose what thoughts we want to create and as is our thinking so are our actions and also our experience of life. Going within, we touch the stillness and pure love that lie at the core of our being and every thought we create is of benefit to ourselves and of benefit to humanity.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Determination is an essential quality to nurture if we are to continue on our spiritual journey. No matter how much enthusiasm we have or how clear our aim is, without determination we will give up sooner or later. In times of challenge, we take care that determination does not lead to stubbornness; then we can let go off resistance and not oppose anyone or anything with our mind. Instead, we take time for meditation, reflect on the most compassionate way to deal with situation, and quietly wait for an approach to present itself.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

If we pursue status and position in life, we may have to kill our conscience in the process. If we choose to gain at the expense of others, we will stop respecting and loving ourselves. In fact, it is the extent to which we truly serve others selflessly and strive to make our motives pure that will elevate us in others eyes.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Lack of spiritual strength makes me susceptible to the negative energy of others. By choosing to be spiritually awake we release a benevolent energy that can transform the negative into positive. Through our mind we become a natural and constant donor.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Non-violence is a very deep philosophy. Not only does it require us to harm no one physically, but also avoid harming anyone's self-respect. Such an ethic requires tremendous awareness and sensitivity. When we have learned to be gentle with ourselves, we can be the same with others.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Without enthusiasm life becomes a dry and tasteless experience. Anyone can become enthusiastic for a little while but to keep enthusiasm steadily flowing through our life is a great art. The secret is remarkably simple; live in a state of appreciation; appreciate the special qualities within everyone; appreciate the wonder of nature and give thanks to the cycle of life and everyone's contribution to it. Enthusiasm is infectious, especially when it is based on an appreciation of, and love for life itself.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

When we have learned to love and accept ourselves, we no longer compete with others but enjoy encouraging them to reach for their dreams, we can genuinely celebrate their success and enjoy seeing them go ahead.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

It is common for great people to have faced ostracism and rejection, through which their greatness has emerged. Great talent needs to have the ego knocked out of it to be of real use to humanity. A wilderness experience can be humbling, immensely strengthening and making of us. When we have no other support to turn to we are more easily able to recognize the source of true greatness and the need to reconnect with the Divine.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Freedom is a state of mind. Understanding the self is the key to freedom. The more one understands the self, the easier it is to be liberated from the chains of waste and negativity. Freedom is to be uninfluenced and unaffected, to be at peace with the self. Real freedom is to experience the true essence of one's being.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

It takes great courage to be honest. One of the noblest qualities in a person is the ability to say, "I am sorry, I was wrong, you were right". It doesn't really matter about being right, winning arguments or having our ideas accepted. It matters more that we are able to recognize our mistakes, take responsibility for them, learn the lesson and move on with greater maturity.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Humility grows a little more each time we step away from our own feelings and opinions and genuinely listen to the experience of another human being. Humility is dedication to the extent that no acknowledgement is sought for the self. Only when we have learned to value others no more no less that we value ourselves can we be said to be truly humble.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

To be impartial is to be independent and uninfluenced, to remain the master, true to our higher self and our original qualities of serenity, love and joy. We are unaffected by changing circumstances and other people's negativity. Chaos always subsides, bad moods pass. With a loving and positive attitude, we align ourselves with that which is true and eternal and then all problems can be resolved.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

If at any time we begin to lose hope in ourselves, let us simply look inside out hearts and see all the good actions we have performed, from the smallest to the grandest. When we see how much happiness we have given, we easily remember the purpose of our life.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

An innocent heart is of great benefit to the self. Rediscovering our innocence allows us to re-experience the wonder of a child, to let go of cynicism and appreciate the simple things in life.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Great souls take advantage of every moment and every opportunity to give happiness to others through kindness in their thoughts; such souls are willing to overlook weaknesses and mistakes and have the desire to help everyone reach their potential.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Everyone wants to be loved for who they are. When we appreciate others fully it boosts their self-esteem and helps them pass on a loving attitude to others. Even though we may not see the results immediately; love always works.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

A person of wisdom and spirituality has very beautiful manners that have grown from genuine respect and love for the whole humanity. Manners in this sense have nothing to do with culture or education; it is simply a question of humility. When we are at the receiving end of such manners, we feel that some deeper part of us has been honoured. In fact, none of us deserves anything less.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

As we mature spiritually there is less need to have our self-respect bolstered by praise and special attention. As our thought processes become more compassionate and less self-obsessed, we feel increasingly satisfied with ourselves and or lives. We relate to people more easily and feel no need to draw attention to our successes or complain about our problems.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

If we allow bitterness and resentment to fester inside, it will make my relationships guarded and unsatisfying. The more we close down to others, the more we become a stranger to ourselves. By letting go of sorrow and negativity, we can keep our nature open and loving. Remaining open to life, with its constant adventures and opportunities to grow, is the only way to reach our full potential.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

If we obey the principle of pure love, our life will always go in the right direction. Altruistic (unselfish) and unconditional love is pure and comes from our inner truth. When we are obedient to that inner truth, our life becomes a joyful dance.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Learning to enjoy the present moment and give our best, no matter what the situation, protects us from becoming jaded in life. If our stamina begins to diminish, we remind ourselves to enjoy whatever we do and pour love into every task, then our energy will be replenished.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

If our mind is still enough, we can see the deeper meaning behind each situation. No matter how bad a problem may seem on the surface, if we remain positive eventually we will see how everything has worked out for the best.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

When we combine the power of self-belief with pure motives there is very little we cannot achieve. Using this power wisely to bring benefit to everyone in our lives, we can rest assured that everything we need will steadily flow our way.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

One of the best ways to remain light, even in the middle of chaos and heaviness, is to keep a conversation with God. Chatting to God, whose responsibilities are unlimited, about trivial matters that are wearing us down gives us a more entertaining view of life. It requires a certain stillness of mind to hear His advice, but with practice we learn to sense His perspective on our minor irritations. Since His mind radiates lightness and love, the very act of opening ourselves up to Him enables us to lighten our burdens.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

When there is power within, we are able to do what is required at the right time. We are able to find the resources and use them appropriately. All we have to do is to be a master and order and the right resource will be obediently accessible for use. To say "I will try to do it" is to experience failure even before beginning something. We need to have the thought that I will do it come what may. Then the seed of our thought will be of faith and not of doubt. So we will be successful in doing what we have to.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

In Child Psychology, there is a concept called 'identity crisis' often associated with teenagers; as they move into adulthood they sometimes become perplexed with life: what are they to do in the future, are they are mere images or extensions of their parents and family, what is their identity as a human being etc. If they do 'find themselves' they carve their own niche, and are able to achieve their goals. If not, they go on with life nonetheless but with a constant inner search. The biggest gift God gives us is to know and love ourselves honestly. That knowledge that we are spirits, souls, and practice of soul-consciousness outweighs any other spiritual teaching in the world.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Meditation simply means the management of your thoughts. It is to have the ability to think of what you want and when you want, without interference from other thoughts. Meditation is to develop the ability to concentrate on a particular subject without being attracted and influenced by the five senses, the five vices and the five elements.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Without enthusiasm life becomes a dry and tasteless experience. Anyone can become enthusiastic for a little while but to keep enthusiasm steadily flowing through our life is a great art. The secret is remarkably simple; live in a state of appreciation; appreciate the special qualities within everyone; appreciate the wonder of nature and give thanks to the cycle of life and everyone's contribution to it. Enthusiasm is infectious, especially when it is based on an appreciation of, and love for life itself.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Whether you believe in God or not is not important. The main thing is to keep an open mind, and be willing to start the conversation. The experience of so many people is that when they engage in a mental conversation, whether it's with a question or simply sharing what is in their heart, they get a reply. This is God as a personal experience, not just a voice in your head. Not your higher self. But the presence of the Source in your life. God is not a concept, or a belief. You cannot have a conversation with a concept. You cannot have a meaningful relationship with a belief. Worth a try?

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Faith means that there isn't the slightest form of doubt in any situation or at times of obstacles. Situations have to change and they will continue to change. The supports that your faith has now will be removed, and even after that your foundation has to be strong. If your foundation is not strong, then supports are necessary. Therefore you need to maintain your peaceful, lovable state and your love and faith for God has to remain unshakeable.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Knowing the self and knowing God brings light into the darkness, and brings love back into our lives whereby we can reach out to others. The world will change when we are able to share this Godly light and this endless love. When I know myself I can really meet others. My vision will not be disturbed by our differences but I will recognise the same essence in others.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Why do you like sunsets so much? Because they take you beyond your physical dimension. You experience peace and silence. You sense that time stops, and you understand what eternity means. It awakens your dormant spirituality. Whenever you have the chance, sit in front of a sunset and relax. Do not analyze. Only watch and observe and let profound feelings of peace emerge.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

When there is internal simplicity, we are able to give our best to everything we do. Our thoughts, words and actions are filled with power. We become a source of inspiration to those around us and they take something from us for their own benefit. Let me have one simple thought for myself, 'whatever I do, people are going to do the same. So with the help of this thought we can bring elevatedness in our actions and words too. We then understand that like an actor on stage we need to have natural attention on what we speak and what we do.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

It is true that there is much suffering in the world. But do we need to worry about it? If we focus on the negative, that drains us of the strength to help. Goodness and truth are also at work in our world, as well as darker forces. When I switch on my awareness of positive qualities common to humanity, it is like bringing light into the darkness. The past stops haunting me and I stop worrying about the future. I see more clearly what I need to do now, for lasting happiness and health.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Too often we focus on the 'enemy' rather than understanding the underlying causes of conflict. Our old beliefs and thought patterns can be both a block and a limitation. If we as individuals accept personal responsibility and recognize that the source of conflict is internal rather than 'the other' - then the possibility of resolving conflict comes back into our hands. This is a great relief and very empowering.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Creativity is to discover new thoughts, new ideas that might never have been part of me before. It is seeing something in a new way, finding a different way to get something done or to solve a problem. I can bring creativity in my life when I use knowledge and training to develop my gifts, when I have the discipline to practice and think of new ways to make things work better.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

In the ocean of silence you may discover your eternal treasures of peace, love and happiness. In silence, you can let bad feelings and past sorrows dissolve. Silence calms your heart. It is a balm that heals the wounds of the soul. It strengthens the spirit and takes you to a world without sound where peace reigns.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

A well-nourished heart is automatically giving and full of grace. We can nourish our hearts with the energy of positive thoughts and pure feelings. When we realize we are eternal souls, beings of consciousness rather than Matter, and that our original nature is benevolent and wise, the heart grows full. When we remember, with love, that we are the offspring of an eternal Parent, a source of eternal truth, the heart overflows. This is the greatest gift we can offer to each other and the world in the year ahead.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

The bondage of the thoughts of the mind do not allow you to experience internal happiness. To be tied in the bondage of waste thoughts, jealousy and thoughts of carelessness and laziness are the bondages of the mind. Therefore become free from this subtle bondage.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

It is said that the mind can be your best friend or your worst enemy. At every moment we have the opportunity to choose our company; thoughts which bring oxygen to the spirit or those which bring pain. If I am loyal to myself, I will continually strive to go back to my inner core of positivity. I will be patient and loving, and increasingly my mind will reside in this positive inner truth. When I am able to be loving and loyal to myself, I can then help others in this same unconditional manner.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

We can retain our positivity by working to remove worry and sorrow from our heart and mind. It helps to recognize that negative feelings are triggered by dependency on one or another physical aspect of existence; the body, relationships, wealth, or circumstances in the world around us. If any one of these is in a state of upheaval, we are liable to become troubled. But it is our dependency on these things, not the upheaval in itself, which causes deep distress. If we become free inside, worry and sorrow will finish.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

When there is simplicity within, the mind is calm and quiet. Simplicity enables us to see the sequence of events around us. Each scene has a meaning connected to the previous and the next one. Simplicity and acceptance help us to play our part to the best of our ability. Whenever we find ourselves questioning anyone's part or any situation, let us just remember that everyone is right according to his part and every scene according to the play of events. This thought enables me to keep my mind free from complications. So we are able to be our best in whatever we do.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

An inner power needed to make accurate decisions is the power to tolerate. Tolerance is not about having to put up with or endure. It's about respect for difference. It is about being able to appreciate diversity, the beauty in that diversity and difference. We need confidence to allow others to do what they are doing. Rigidity is a sign of lack of self confidence and self respect. It is better to have peace with someone than to have 100 percent perfection and tension. The quality of interaction comes from our ability to stop (that is not to be affected or influenced by what the other is doing). When I learn to stop, then I become more perceptive of the situation and am able to do make the right decision.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

In order to make accurate decisions, we need the power to discern. This comes from clarity of mind and neutral observing. Let me watch without getting my feelings in the way to get a clear picture and to come to a conclusion/decision. To make right decisions, we must also know when to step in and when to step out. This is maturity – knowing appropriateness.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

We can make quick, good decisions when we learn from experience, i.e it is based on wisdom. We learn when we're willing to see from different perspectives. When our mind is peaceful, we're able to see the various perspectives and options. With peace, there's clarity of mind. We also need patience and it has nothing to do with being slow or taking a long time. Real patience is achieving that point of inner stillness and seeing the whole picture. It could take only a moment but you have to give that time to yourself. It means working with time and others.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

There is always an expectation of getting respect from those around. The one who is totally dependent on others for their own sense of well-being tends to react to situations, even if they are very insignificant ones. On the other hand, the one who is able to give respect to the self gives respect to others too and so gets respect himself. When we are able to see our own specialties we are able to have respect for ourselves. Then we are not dependent on external sources for our inner state of mind. We remain free from all external influences, and are able to become a source of influence for those around us. We constantly enrich our own internal state with each thing that happens.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

The key factors which interfere with right/accurate decision-making are being authoritarian, self-righteous, trying to please others. We should be sincere, do with good intentions and everything will turn out right. People are willing to forgive if you made a mistake but your intentions were good. We need to be peaceful and patient with the mind, not push it and rush it. That does not mean we are slow in making decisions. We can be peaceful and patient and still make quick, good decisions.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

When I awaken to the power of the mind I can begin to step back from whatever illness is happening in the body. The more I become the observer, watching what is happening instead of being caught up in it, the more free the mind can become. Even when my body is ill, I can create thoughts and feelings of happiness and peace. These positive feelings then help the body, so that I have the strength to face the illness and quite often pain and sickness decrease or may even go away.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

The theatre of life has its own script. Each instant is unique. Live each moment as if it were the most important of all. You will enjoy and feel peace. Discover your spirit and the treasure within. Your spirit is full of peace. Your spirit is peace.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Learn to create silence in your mind and peace will flourish in your soul. You will discover God's language. To be internally silent do not think too much. Trust yourself. Trust others. Trust life. You will find it is easier than it seems.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Making time for the self can save time for the self. We have to spend much time earning to support ourselves and caring for other members of our family. But what about the self? We are busy checking our children's thoughts, words and actions, what about your own. It is important to make sure our thoughts, words and actions are what we would like our loved ones to have. If the foundation is weak, is it sufficient to fill up the cracks in the walls that continue to appear. In your dealings with others if there can be deeper communication, greater accuracy and clarity, then think how much time can be saved. Our thoughts are our closest companions.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

You search for something you know exists because you have experienced it in the past. All your searching ends when you find yourself. You do not need to go anywhere, or to look beyond yourself. Just become what you were before. You fill your life with peace when you discover you only have to be yourself, to be what you have always been - a peaceful being.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Peace ends when you are emotionally involved in a situation. The practice of being an independent observer helps you stay stable and calm. It is the best way to approach a decision in any circumstance.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

There is benefit in every situation, but to gain benefit especially when loss is in the air, one must be honest with the self. This means assessing and facing the self and no lame excuses. If you have the power to transform negative to positive, you will always experience positive. Those who defame will be your friends; obstacles become opportunities to take high jump and storms will cement your relationship with God. It is important to see the total picture which includes seeing your own actions. You have to be detached from the scene - only then can you assess the situation without being influenced by your injured ego.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Positivity is a subtle, spiritual attribute or energy, natural to all of us, that can accumulate in the mind just as electrical energy accumulates in a battery. A positive frame of mind promotes healing in oneself, and this energy naturally flows out to others.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.

Making accurate decisions means to make right and benevolent decisions, that is they should bring benefit to all. Before making an accurate decision, we need
1. Time to reflect
2. To understand the power of choice. Ask, understand, discuss and then decide.

~ Brahma Kumaris, Mt Abu.