Thoughts about happiness
Yoga means union. It shows us how to unite all our life-forces by directing them inward. The goal is happiness and happiness lies within. You can go anywhere in the world, ti nightclubs and restaurants, to London or Paris nd still not find happiness. If happiness were to be found in Paris, then all Parisiens would be happy. If happiness is at home with the family, then you must all be happy – but are you? Happiness does not exist outwardly, even here. Happiness, the kingdom of heaven, lies within.
It is like the woman who accidentally drops her needle. She goes outside and starts searching for the lost needle. Her friend comes by, ‘What are you doing?’ ‘Oh, I lost my needle. I am looking for it.’ ‘Where did you lose it?’ ‘I lost it in my hut. I am searching outside because there is more light here.’
From the book: Vishnudevananda Upadesa – Teachings of Swami Vishnudevananda
