Quotes by Sri M

“While you are on the spiritual journey, two essential steps have to go side-by-side. One, is sitting down and doing your sadhana; the other is to examine your life - see what you are and how you behave with people.”

“When emotions come, don’t run away from them. Feel what is happening. Being emotional human beings, we cannot discover ourselves in a ‘dry’ emotionless manner. Only when we experience emotions are we human beings. That's when we can look at ourselves to learn and understand who we are.”

“In the process of delving into the mind, there is a lot of churning. When you churn, just like the ancient ‘Samudra Manthan’ (churning of the ocean), the first thing that emerges is poison. Unfortunately for us, there is no Shiva around to consume it. This poison must appear first and, then only will the Amrit (nectar) come.”

“If you are seeking a spiritual teacher, get rid of the conventional ideas you may have about a teacher, because that prejudice may prevent you from seeing a real teacher.”

“If your search for the Truth is serious, then the right kind of guidance will come in some way. You have to remain sincere.”

“Each one of us, with our limitations, needs to understand the fact of how we are related to this world, and how, while we are still in this world, can free ourselves from it.”

“Peace is a state of mind that emerges from within. If I am not peaceful with myself, then I cannot bring peace anywhere.”

“Knowing oneself starts with knowing oneself in the midst of people, not alone. In seclusion, I don’t see how I am. We should first know who we are and where we stand. To know thyself means knowing myself as I am, instead of just repeating ‘I am the Brahman’! I can’t be angry, jealous, narrow and still be Brahman.”

“Don’t be afraid of being left alone. It’s beautiful, that’s the time when you talk to yourself. That’s also when you talk to your God. When left alone, that's the time you can look into yourself and find out where your problems are. So, appreciate it when you are alone and be thankful to those who have let you be alone.”

“When you find a spiritual teacher, ask for the real thing. Don’t ask for the petty stuff. Sometimes in trouble, one asks for such things, it’s okay. However, always keep in mind that what you have to look for is That.”

“No matter what happens, don’t bother. You may suffer losses, or you may get into trouble. Stick to your spiritual path, if you are serious.”

“If you are on the spiritual path, moving towards the Truth, the first step is try to be truthful in day-to-day life. You cannot tell lies 24 hours a day and expect to find the Absolute Truth.”

“We carry so many things in our head. Be simple. Throw off the burdens and be free!”

“Nobody can give us illumination; we have to find it ourselves. Just as one who is hungry has to find food for oneself.”

“Ultimately, you are your own Master. There is no other. A teacher can help you understand this point. If you do, then you are free. My job is to tell you that your teacher is in you.”