An introduction:
Have you ever set about to achieve a worthy spiritual or material goal and then, when confronted by the obstacles that naturally arise, felt disheartened or discouraged?
Well, that is part of being human, but it is also good to be reminded that Paramahansa Yogananda’s teachings allow us to replace any and all discouragement with a formidable attitude of undaunted determination — supercharged with our will power.
“Choose a good, wholesome, constructive goal and then determine that you are going to achieve it,” Paramahansaji said. “No matter how many times you fail, keep on trying. No matter what happens, if you have unalterably resolved, ‘The earth may be shattered, but I will keep on doing the best I can,’ you are using dynamic will, and you will succeed.”
In effect, we have the power — despite any lingering doubts or temporary lack of enthusiasm — to change “can’t” into “can” and remold our consciousness, and our circumstances.
We hope you can use the wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda shared below to stoke the fires of enthusiasm for a noble ambition in your life — and especially for the highest goal of realizing within yourself the all-accomplishing divinity of the soul.
From the talks and writings of Paramahansa Yogananda:
There is an antidote for “can’t consciousness”: the affirmation “I can!” Create that antidote with your mind and administer it with your will.
Every morning, remind yourself that you are God’s child, and that no matter what the difficulties, you have the power to overcome them. Heir to the cosmic power of Spirit, you are more dangerous than danger!
Overcome the idea that you cannot do a thing by simply starting to do it. And then continuously keep on doing it. Circumstances will try to slap you down, to make you become discouraged and again say, “I can’t do it.” If there is a devil, that devil is “I can’t do it.”...Throw that demon out of your consciousness by your indomitable conviction: “I can do it.”
Mean it, and affirm it as often as you can. Mentally believe it, and energize that belief by acting on it with will power. Work! And while you work, never give up the thought, “I can do it.” Even if there are a thousand obstacles, do not relent. If you have that determination, then what you go after must inevitably come to pass; and when it does, you will say, “Well, it was so easy!”
See how wonderful is the way of expansion I am showing you. The words, “I can, I must, and I will” — that is the way to change yourself and achieve absolute victory.
Release for constructive purposes the power you already have, and more will come. Move on your path with unflinching determination, using all the attributes of success. Tune yourself with the creative power of Spirit. You will be in contact with the Infinite Intelligence that is able to guide you and to solve all problems. Power from the dynamic Source of your being will flow uninterruptedly so that you will be able to perform creatively in any sphere of activity.
We invite you to visit the webpage “Achieving True Success and Prosperity” to absorb more wisdom from Paramahansa Yogananda on how to infuse your outlook on life and will power with tremendous positivity — so you can victoriously achieve all your worthwhile goals.
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Thank you so much, Beloved master. you are always there to help us all my love thank you thank you Thank you. ❤️❤️:rose::rose::rose:
Ohio USA
I have completed a difficult writing project but lacked the confidence to send it out into the world. Then I saw Master's words and now I feel blessed I have been shown a clear way forward. Greetings all, from South Africa.
Greetings to you from Ecuador! I lived in South Africa for 6 years. So wonderful to know you are there living in the Light.:dizzy_star:
I needed this today! Thank you,Master!❤️:pray:
Thank you so much for this Guruji. This found me at the perfect time as I struggled to quiet descouraging thoughts. Often the task at hand or the ambition can appear overwhelming and impossible when juggling a job and a noble idea. I will practice my will power with affirmations and your presence❤️❤️❤️ :pray::tone_medium_dark:.
I can relate to your remark about juggling life’s demands and thank you for the response of practicing affirmations and will power. We can do it!
Thank you for sharing this. Very inspiring and helpful during difficult times. Keeping our will strong is important.
These thoughts from Master are both reassuring and inspiring, it’s important to maintain a positive mindset,
But as the same time, as he guides us, to connect with the infinite power of spirit.
Thank you Paramahansa
It is very important to be positive and to focus in positive action
Excelent remainder to follow
Jai Gurú
Lima , Peru
Much needed at right time!, whenever I feel at low , guruji blessings spreading in the way of some mean.
Huge huge huge love and devotion from Bangalore Karnataka India ❤️❤️:pray::pray:
Jai Guru
Thank you, this advice find me at the Time i really needed it.
The words of that amazing Guru are mostly inspiring :dove_of_peace:️:ok_hand::tone_light::pray::tone_light: Thank you so much for sharing and bringing them into our wonderful world!
With all my love :heart_hands::tone_light::purple_heart::revolving_hearts:
Geli from the wonderful green Heart of Germany :raising_hand::tone_light:♀️:smiling_face_with_3_hearts::dove_of_peace:️:dove_of_peace:️:dove_of_peace:️:pray::tone_light::pray::tone_light::pray::tone_light:
So powerful! Thank you :pray::tone_medium:
Thank you for that clear powerful path which we must adopt as children of god as part of our ascension.
Blessings :pray:
Thank you for sharing these gems of wisdom.. So powerful and so timely. Certainly feels as if the words are exactly what we needed to hear today. :pray:
Such empowering counsel! Thank you for sharing these words of wisfom from Guruji. Jai Guru!
Amazing! The timing of finding this piece is uncanny. For a long time, I have been doubting my ability to generate hope and confidence in the future. However, I have self doubt. The last couple days this has been huge on my mind. I hop on the SRF app and immediately find this piece. To have it featured here today is an affirmation and says Bill, go for it. Just do your best and don't give up. Don't worry about outcomes. God will work with me as we work for him. God hears you, and speaks to you precisely when you need it. We are blessed with profound grace.
Same here. God’s timing is impeccable always. Jai Guru!
Please send posts in hindi also if possible