Paramahansa Yogananda

1893-1952, Indian Guru

Accomplishment / Achievement / Excellence
Do little things in an extraordinary way; be the best one in your line. You must not let your life run in the ordinary way; do something that will dazzle the world.

Adversity
Do not take life's experiences too seriously. Above all, do not let them hurt you, for in reality they are nothing but dream experiences… If circumstances are bad and you have to bear them, do not make them a part of yourself. Play your part in life, but never forget that it is only a role.
Par-a-gram , 1993

Being / Essence / Soul
Man has falsely identified with the pseudo-soul or ego. When he transfers his sense of identity to his true being, the immortal Soul, he discovers that all pain is unreal. He no longer can even imagine the state of suffering.
Sayings of Paramahansa Yogananda