Peace

“When we touch the Earth, we take refuge in it. We receive its solid and inclusive energy. The Earth embraces us and helps us transform our ignorance, suffering, and despair. Wherever we are, we can bow down to receive its energy of stability and fearlessness.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh

Peace of mind can be achieved by cultivating the four virtues: Maitri, Karuna, Mudita and Upeksha (Friendliness, compassion, contentment, detachment) ~ interpretation of Patanjali’s Raja Yoga by Sri Swami Sivananda

“Freedom from desire leads to inner peace.” ~ Lao Tse

“A true feeling of peace is an early morning lake swim on a rainy Sunday, listening to the quietness of nature accompanied by the spellbinding melody of an acoustic guitar afar.” ~ me

“It isn’t enough to talk about peace, one must believe it. And it isn’t enough to believe in it, one must work for it.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt

“He who lives in harmony with himself lives in harmony with the world.” ~ Marcus Aurelius

“Set peace of mind as your highest goal, and organize your life around it.” ~ Brian Tracy