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Consciousness Quote by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi

“Do not base your life on the likings and dislikings or whims of others. What you are in life - whether you enjoy or suffer - it is your own responsibility. Be regular in your meditation and do not postpone for a later date your striving for God consciousness.” quote by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
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“Do not base your life on the likings and dislikings or whims of others. What you are in life - whether you enjoy or suffer - it is your own responsibility. Be regular in your meditation and do not postpone for a later date your striving for God consciousness.”

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi

About This Quote

Source Spiritual Teaching: Transcendental Meditation, 1970s

Personal responsibility and inner work are essential; external opinions should not dictate one's path toward spiritual growth.

In simple terms: Take charge of your life and practice meditation regularly.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate inner discipline.

Themes

responsibility spirituality self‑reliance

Mood

reflective calm

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily meditation
  • life decisions
  • spiritual practice
  • handling criticism

Key Concepts

mindfulness meditation personal growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance external feedback with inner truth?
  • What daily habit supports your spiritual growth?
A Different Perspective

May neglecting inner work lead to stagnation.

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