He Quote by Paramahansa Yogananda
“When the yogi starts to meditate, he must leave behind all sensory thoughts and all longings for possessions by quieting the waves of feeling (chitta), and the mental restlessness that arises therefrom, through the application of techniques that reinstate the controlling power of the untrammeled superconsciousness of the soul.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Autobiography of a Yogi, 1946
Meditation requires quieting the mind, releasing desires, and mastering inner restlessness to access higher consciousness.
In simple terms: Meditation calms the mind.
Practice disciplined meditation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily practice
- retreats
- mental health
- spiritual growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What thoughts distract you most?
- How can you cultivate inner stillness?
Not everyone can achieve deep silence easily.