We are responsible for what we are, and whatever we wish ourselves to be, we have the power to make ourselves.
Truly, it is in darkness that one finds the light, so when we are in sorrow, then this light is nearest of all to us.
Correcting oneself is correcting the whole world. The sun is simply bright. It does not correct anyone. Because it shines, the whole world is full of light. Transforming yourself is a means of giving light to the whole world.
You have come from God, you are a spark of His Glory, you are a wave of that Ocean of Bliss; you will get peace only when you again merge in Him.
Train yourself in godliness; for while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.
