When two people identify with each other, it is the sign of a true relationship. The intensity of love depends on the amount of identification there is between people.
A musk deer searches for the source of the fragrance of musk, but it won't find it because the fragrance comes from within itself. Bliss is not to be found outside of us; it exists within us.
Devotion is not a mental weakness. Neither is it only the first step, but something like the substratum for attaining the goal.
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.
We need to focus on our destination. Let the thoughts arising in your mind pass by, like watching scenery through the window of a car. The thoughts cannot affect you if you don't allow them to capture your attention.
True laughter comes from the heart. Only with an innocent heart can we experience real joy and give joy to others.