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Quotes on Mind Control from Hindu Scriptures

A collection of mind control quotes from Hindu scriptures.

Charity, discharge of one’s duties, tranquillity of the mind and the senses, study of scriptures, various kinds of rituals and vows—all these have control of the mind as their one object. Subjugation of the mind is samadhi. It is the highest yoga. (Bhagavata, 11.23.46)

Doubtless, O mighty-armed, the mind is intractable and restless; but by practice and detachment, O son of Kunti, it can be controlled. Bhagavadgita, (6.35)

If the intellect, being related to a distracted mind, loses its discrimination and therefore always remains impure, then the embodied soul never attains the goal, but enters into the rounds of births.   (Katha Upanishad, 1.3.7)

If the intellect, being related to a mind that is restrained, possesses discrimination and therefore always remains pure, then the embodied soul attains that goal from which one is not born again.  (Katha Upanishad, 1.3.8)

The mind acts like an enemy for those who do not control it. - Bhagavad Gita 6.6

The mind is everything. What you think, you become. - The Buddha

Control the mind and you can control the whole body. - Swami Vivekananda

The mind is restless and difficult to restrain, but it is subdued by practice. - Bhagavad Gita 6.35

The mind is indeed difficult to control, but it can be controlled through constant practice and detachment. - Bhagavad Gita 6.35

As the chariot of the uncontrolled mind goes wherever the wind takes it, so the senses are under the control of the fickle-minded, and are restless. - Katha Upanishad 1.3.3

The mind is the cause of both bondage and liberation. It is bound when attached to objects of sense, and it is liberated when detached from them. - Amrita Bindu Upanishad 2

One who has control over the mind is tranquil in heat and cold, in pleasure and pain, and in honor and dishonor; and is ever steadfast with the Supreme Self. - Bhagavad Gita 6.7

Conquer your mind and you conquer the world. - Swami Sivananda

The mind that constantly wanders in pursuit of sense pleasures is unsteady and hard to control, but the disciplined mind brings happiness. - Katha Upanishad 1.3.10

The mind is the most powerful tool; it can enslave us or empower us. It can plunge us into the depths of misery or take us to the heights of ecstasy. - Bhagavad Gita

By controlling the breath, the mind becomes steady. With a steady mind comes self-control, and with self-control comes liberation. - Yoga Vasistha

The mind must be disciplined, for it is the cause of bondage and liberation. - Amrita Bindu Upanishad

The mind is like a wild horse; it must be tamed through practice and discipline. - Patanjali Yoga Sutras

The mind is the master of the senses; control the mind and you control everything. - Bhagavad Gita 6.34

The mind is like a mirror; it reflects whatever is placed before it. Keep it clean and clear, and it will reflect the beauty of the Divine. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is the root cause of all suffering and joy. Control the mind, and you control your destiny. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is the key to all knowledge. Control it, and you control the universe. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is like a garden; it must be cultivated with care and attention. Weed out the negative thoughts and nurture the positive ones. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is the source of all happiness and sorrow. Control it, and you control your life. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is the cause of bondage and liberation. Control it, and you attain liberation; let it roam free, and you remain bound. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is like a river; it flows constantly, but with practice and discipline, it can be directed towards higher goals. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is like a monkey; it jumps from one thought to another. Control it, and you control your destiny. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is like a bird; it can soar to great heights, but it must be trained to fly in the right direction. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is the battlefield where the war between good and evil is fought. Control it, and you win the battle. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is like a candle; it can be extinguished by the slightest breeze. Protect it with the shield of meditation. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is like a chariot; it must be driven by a wise charioteer. Control it, and you control your destiny. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is like a wild horse; it must be tamed with patience and perseverance. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is like a garden; it must be cultivated with care and attention. Plant the seeds of virtue and watch them grow into trees of wisdom. - Bhagavad Gita

The mind is like a potter's wheel; it shapes our thoughts and actions. Control it, and you control your destiny. - Bhagavad Gita