Quote by Abdul'-Baha

Be not the slave of your moods, but their master. But if you are so angry, so depressed and so sore that your spirit cannot find deliverance and peace even in prayer, then quickly go and give some pleasure to someone lowly or sorrowful, or to a guilty or innocent sufferer! Sacrifice yourself, your talent, your time, your rest to another, to one who has to bear a heavier load than you -- and your unhappy mood will dissolve into a blessed, contented submission to God.


Be not the slave of your moods, but their master. But if you

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of not allowing ourselves to be controlled by our moods. Instead, it encourages us to take charge and become the masters of our emotional state. If we find ourselves overwhelmed by anger, depression, or sorrow, unable to find solace in prayer, the quote suggests that we should seek to uplift others who are in need. By sacrificing our own resources and time to bring joy and comfort to others facing hardships, our negative emotions will fade away, replaced by a sense of contentment and a renewed connection with a higher power.

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By Abdul'-Baha
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