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It is not a theory but a constant experience
and very tangible when it comes that there
is above us, above the consciousness in the
physical body, a great supporting extension
as it were of peace, light, power, joy — that
we can become aware of it and bring it down
into the physical consciousness and that that,
at first for a time, afterwards more frequently
and for a longer time, in the end for good, can
remain and change the whole basis of our
daily consciousness. Even before we are aware
of it above, we can suddenly feel it coming
down and entering into us. The need is to have
an aspiration towards it, make the mind quiet
so that what we call the opening is rendered
possible. A quieted mind (not necessarily
motionless or silent, though it is good if
one can have that at will) and a persistent
aspiration in the heart are the two main keys
of the yoga. activity of the mind is a much
slower process and does not by itself lead
to these decisive results. It is the difference
between a straight road and an approach
through constant circles, spirals or meanders.

— Sri Aurobindo