Yesterday I was clever, That is why I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, That is why I am changing myself.

About This Quote

This is a great way to describe the change process. If you are clever, you are thinking of ways you can change the world. If you are wise, you are thinking of ways you can change yourself.

Source: The Wings Of Joy: Finding Your Path To Inner Peace

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More Quotes By Sri Chinmoy

1. Not what happens to you But how you accept it Is of paramount importance.

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2. Yesterday I was clever, That is why I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, That is why I am changing myself.

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3. Peace begins when expectations end.

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4. I am very happy Because I have conquered myself And not the world. I am very happy Because I have loved the world And not myself.

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5. You must never forget that greatness does not guarantee happiness but goodness always does

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