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You Are What You Think

     Appreciation gives birth to appreciation and discontent calls forth discontent is indeed truth. It is truth because the sentiment of appreciation connects to God and the sentiment of discontent connects to evil forces. In line with this reasoning, it is a fact that those who are always thankful for what they have naturally become fortunate individuals and those who are discontented and dissatisfied with their lot and who constantly complain do become unfortunate. In the prophetic writings of Omoto are the words, “If you are happy, happiness will come to you!” which are truly apt.

Hikari, Issue 25, September 3, 1949
    translated by cynndd

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This essay has previously appeared in translation. The citations are given below for reference.

“You Are What You Feel,” Foundation of Paradise, 1984, page 303.

“You Are What You Feel,” Reaching for Faith, 2010, page 65.

“You Are What You Think,” A Hundred Teachings of Meishusama, page 135, no date.