First we have to purify our character. If we pour milk into a dirty vessel, the milk will spoil.
To face different situations in life with presence of mind and mental poise, first we have to train the mind.
How to attain concentration? There are no short cuts. Constant practice is needed. In the beginning, it is a great thing if by chance we get even one or two minutes of concentration in an hour. We should make continuous and sincere effort without stopping until we gain one pointed concentration.
Ask yourself, "Why can't I just smile and be happy?" As long as we carry the burden of the past, we cannot genuinely smile.
The vision of God is possible with the power that is gained through concentration of the mind. At that time we will come to know that God is everywhere, everything is God.
Praying and singing with a melting heart takes us to the state of Supreme Truth. Crying for God is not a weakness.
Even if we have everything, if there is no mental peace, we cannot lead a happy life.