Discovery of the spiritual wealth of your life does not mean that you will automatically become prosperous, healthy, famous or popular. Nor does it mean you will find a life of ease, free from care or responsibility. But you will enjoy true wealth, well-being and serenity. Realize the enduring precious value of the spiritual unfoldment of human character. Do not expect every objective experience you encounter in life to be beautiful and good. Think, rather, of your own inner life as powerful, good and beautiful—a precious gem that you yourself are fashioning and perfecting by the light of God. If disappointments come, don't abandon your spiritual goals, and never squander your wealth of character. Every human life has its limitations; such is life. Life on earth cannot be perfected, and no personality fulfills our ideal. But wherever you seek goodness lacking, supply it from the infinite treasures of your own heart. Understand the shortcomings of yourself and others and fill the gap by pouring out yourself. That is living by the wealth of soul. A spiritual ideal enriches life with harmony, compassion, gentleness and beauty.
Swami Kamalananda
Frontiers of the Spirit