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We all live in a world of suggestions. Notice the world of advertising. Culture is the product of suggestion.

Our character is modified unconsciously day by day by others. We unconsciously imitate the actions of those whom we admire. We can be influenced by the suggestions of those with whom we come in contact or read about. A person of weak, unfocused mind yields to the suggestions of a  person of strong and focused mind.

As an adult, do not be easily influenced by the suggestions of others. Stand alone. Have your own sense of individual thinking and living.

Listen to Nature. Nature suggests in various ways - the running rivers, the shining sun, fragrant flowers, the birds and the growing trees. These are constantly sending you suggestions of good intent.

Meditate. Develop intuition. Listen to your intuition first before listening to other's suggestions.

~ From the book Thought Power by Swami Sivananda