quotes + stories

words have a unique way of inspiring us. poetry, quotations and stories of rich experience have the power to open our minds and carry us to new horizons. we share these thoughts with the hope that something might stimulate personal reflection and cultivate deep contemplation for you. let these authors reveal a sense of wisdom and touch your soul.

if you let go a little you will have a little peace; if you let go a lot you will have a lot of peace; if you let go completely you will have complete peace.
– ajahn chah

if there’s a book you really want to read, but it hasn’t been written yet, then you must write it.
– toni morrison

watch your thoughts; they become words.
watch your words; they become actions.
watch your actions; they become habits.
watch your habits; they become character.
watch your character; for it becomes your destiny.
– upanishads

i have learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
– maya angelou

what inspires you? what gives you fuller breath, balance, and grace? email info@amritasanctuary.com to share.