All the genius I have lies just in this : When I have a
subject in hand, I study it profoundly. Day and Night it is before me. I
explore it in all its bearings; my mind becomes pervaded with it. Then the
effort which I make , the people are pleased to call the fruit of genius. It is
the fruit of Labor and thought
-Alexander Hamilton
In training the mind to concentrate, the first step is to begin with
breathing. Rhythmic breathing puts the body in a harmonious condition ; and it
is easier to reach the mind. In practicing breathing, the first thing to
consider is the Asana or Posture. Any
posture in which a person can sit easily is his proper position. The spine
should be kept free , and the weight of the body should be supported by the ribs.
Do not try by contrivances to control the mind. Simple breathing is all that is
necessary
-Swami Vivekananda
Mind like water
Often the Mind is compared to a lake. If the lake's surface is
absolutely smooth-not a ripple- then we can clearly see what lies beneath.
Similarly when the mind becomes calm, then the image of our true nature is not
broken and what we obtain is a perfect reflection of what we are in reality.