Maharajji told me, 'Give up anger and I'll help you.' I found _x000D_ that love freed me back into the ocean of love and my righteous anger didn't do that. And I would rather be free than right.
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Don't think about the past. Just be here now.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Focus on the present moment and avoid dwelling on the past.
This quote by Ram Dass emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and being present in the current moment rather than getting lost in regrets about the past. It encourages individuals to fully engage with their current experiences and find peace in the now.
Themes
MindfulnessPresentNowPastLivingAwareness
In practice
Example use cases
A motivational speaker might use this quote to encourage attendees to focus on their current goals and not let previous failures hinder their progress.
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