An artist paints with focus; the painting becomes complete only through ekagrata (one-pointedness). Similarly, whatever is our goal, we need focus on that to make it complete.
Through spiritual thoughts, we gain power and cultivate strong minds. God represents all good qualities, such as self-sacrifice, love and compassion.
Creating fear and respect in order to teach obedience cannot be called disciplining. True constructive disciplining takes place when love is allowed to blossom.
To face different situations in life with presence of mind and mental poise, first we have to train the mind.
It is when you go out into the world and work in various situations that you can see how your mind reacts to different circumstances.
There are thousands ready to die for their religion, but only a few are willing to live by its principles. Because of their narrow vision and envy, they have missed the true essence and message of religion which is love and compassion.
Even if we have everything, if there is no mental peace, we cannot lead a happy life.