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Happiness Quote by Paramahansa Yogananda

“4. "Outward longings will drive you from the eden within; they offer false pleasures that only impersonate the souls happiness, The lost paradise is quickly regained through divine meditation.” quote by Paramahansa Yogananda
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““4. "Outward longings will drive you from the eden within; they offer false pleasures that only impersonate the souls happiness, The lost paradise is quickly regained through divine meditation.””

Paramahansa Yogananda

About This Quote

Source Book: Autobiography of a Yogi, Paramahansa Yogananda, 1946

Warns that chasing external desires mimics true inner joy, which is restored through meditation.

In simple terms: External cravings distract from inner peace.

Key Takeaway

Meditate to reclaim inner happiness.

Themes

spirituality desire inner peace

Mood

reflective calm

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • stressful work
  • relationships
  • addiction recovery

Key Concepts

false pleasure meditative practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What inner peace do you seek?
  • How can meditation complement daily responsibilities?
A Different Perspective

Meditation alone may not solve practical problems.

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