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Attract Quote by Paramahansa Yogananda

“There is a magnet in your heart that will attract true friends. That magnet is unselfishness, thinking of others first; when you learn to live for others, they will live for you.” quote by Paramahansa Yogananda
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“There is a magnet in your heart that will attract true friends. That magnet is unselfishness, thinking of others first; when you learn to live for others, they will live for you.”

Paramahansa Yogananda

About This Quote

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

Selfless behavior draws genuine companions; caring for others creates reciprocal support.

In simple terms: Being kind attracts true friends.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate selflessness to build lasting friendships.

Themes

friendship selflessness reciprocity

Mood

warm hopeful

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • community building
  • volunteering
  • team projects
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

empathy social bonding

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you practice selflessness without expecting return?
  • What signs show a friendship is truly reciprocal?
A Different Perspective

Selflessness alone may not guarantee trust if motives are unclear.

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