27 January 2012

The humblest creature, the most self-effacing one, can lead a richer life than a king. His heart can conceal the wonder of wonders without anyone knowing it. It thrives on this special treasure and does not envy the fate of those recognised by the world as 'great'. We take extreme examples, but this kind of treasure can be acquired by all those who call for it with sincerity and fervour. This state is not granted easily; one must deserve it. It is possible to lead a very active life and to cultivate inside oneself a kind of detachment from worldly matters. The spiritual life can be dissociated from the social role that the entity must assume. Only the being's profound aspiration to follow his way must prevail. It [aspiration] must find its place in the busiest life and open out with time. A wise man can put things in perspective. He makes non-contradictory choices. He is complex in his essence, but he can perfectly balance his life in a satisfactory way. Everything is possible to a man of goodwill. He advances in life peacefully, knowing that he must see the experience through by doing his level best."

Babuji

--Reflections