The first thing in the morning meditate. If there’s one habit that will shape your future, this is it. Even before you pick up your phone. I tell Temple devotees, ”God only calls when the cell phone’s off”.
Meditate. The very first thing; before coffee! Really? If you are really serious about God you will start this first thing in the morning.
Remember that you are always scheduling events; conference calls, appointments, playdates. Use your calendar app until there’s nothing but blue sky and add devotional time with God. Now that you’ve calendared it, protect it. Share your plan with others; ”I’d like quiet in this part of the house during this time. ” The first time you try it, everything will try to interfere: bungee jumping; killer sale-80% off everything you want. But after a time, the universe will start to support you. The family will start supporting you. Soon, you will have created an altar. It’s very important whether those in your family support you or not. You can even create a whole room for meditation.
— Brother Satyananda,
2019 convocation
