Nisargadatta Maharaj Quotes

The key to happiness lies in realizing that you are not the body or the mind, but the eternal consciousness.

The true guru is within you, guiding you to the realization of your true nature.

Freedom is not the absence of commitment, but the ability to choose your own commitments.

The mind is a powerful tool, but it can also be the source of suffering. Learn to observe it without identifying with it.

Suffering is not a punishment, but a reminder that you are attached to something impermanent.

Wisdom is not acquired through knowledge, but through direct experience of the truth.

Be like a river, flowing effortlessly through life. Don’t resist, but embrace every experience.

Don’t seek love outside of yourself. Love is your very nature.

The mind is like a mirror that reflects the world. But the mirror itself is pure and unaffected by what it reflects.

You are not the doer, but the witness of all actions. Let go of the illusion of control.

In the silence of the present moment, you will find the answers you seek.

Attachment to the past and future keeps you trapped in cycles of suffering. Live fully in the present.

Don’t try to change the world. Change yourself, and the world will follow.

The ego is nothing more than a bundle of thoughts. Let go of identification with it.

Do not mistake the conceptual map for the territory itself. Reality is beyond words and concepts.

Don’t waste your energy on pointless arguments. Seek understanding and unity instead.

The mind is like a cloud, obscuring the clear sky of consciousness. Learn to see through it.

Time is an illusion created by the mind. Live in the timeless now.

True meditation is not an activity, but a state of being. Be aware of the present moment.

No matter what happens, remember that you are always free. Liberation is your birthright.

Surrender to what is, and you will find peace in every situation.

Stop seeking, and start experiencing. The truth is within you, waiting to be discovered.

The world is a projection of your own mind. Change your thoughts, and the world will change.

Enlightenment is not a destination, but a journey of self-discovery.

Don’t be attached to any particular spiritual practice. Be open to different paths.

Let go of the need to control and manipulate. Trust in the natural flow of life.

Don’t seek approval or validation from others. Trust your own inner wisdom.

Nothing is as it appears to be. Look beyond appearances to discover the truth.

Love is not a feeling, but a state of being. Cultivate love in every moment.

Don’t take life too seriously. Learn to laugh at the cosmic joke.

The mind is like a wild horse, running in all directions. Train it to be still and focused.

Don’t identify with your thoughts and emotions. They come and go, but you remain unchanged.

Don’t resist the challenges of life. Embrace them as opportunities for growth and transformation.

The only way to find true happiness is to surrender to what is, without seeking to change it.

Be like a child, full of wonder and curiosity. Approach life with openness and innocence.

Don’t look for answers outside of yourself. The truth is within you, waiting to be discovered.

Awareness is the key to liberation. Be present, and the mind will lose its grip on you.

Don’t cling to the past or future. The present moment is all there is.

In the silence of the present moment, you will find the answers you seek.

Don’t try to change the world. Change yourself, and the world will follow.

Attachment is the root of all suffering. Let go, and you will find peace.

Don’t seek happiness in external things. True happiness is an inner state of being.

The mind is like a mirror that reflects the world. But the mirror itself is pure and unaffected by what it reflects.

You are not the body or the mind, but the eternal consciousness. Realize this, and you will be free.

Don’t take life too seriously. It is but a dream, a passing show.

Don’t resist the flow of life. Trust in the natural unfolding of events.

The mind is the creator of all suffering. Learn to transcend it and find inner peace.

Don’t allow external circumstances to determine your happiness. Choose to be happy now.

In the depth of silence, you will find the answers to all your questions.

Freedom is not the absence of commitment, but the ability to choose your own commitments.