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In psychological terms, the stance of Ananda Marga is positive and optimistic. In a nutshell: | In psychological terms, the stance of Ananda Marga is positive and optimistic. In a nutshell: | ||
# The desire for ''sukha'' (happiness) is the primary drive of living beings. | # The desire for ''sukha'' (happiness) is the primary drive of living beings. | ||
# Only establishment in unlimited happiness can satisfy all thirsts. | # Only establishment in ''ánanda'' (unlimited happiness or bliss) can satisfy all thirsts. | ||
# The unlimited is a singular, supreme entity (Brahma), beyond physical and psychic constraints. | # The unlimited is a singular, supreme entity (''Brahma''), beyond physical and psychic constraints. | ||
# Consciously striving for attainment of the Supreme is ''dharma sádhaná'' ([[wikipedia:Self-actualization|self-actualization]]). | # Consciously striving for attainment of the Supreme is ''dharma sádhaná'' ([[wikipedia:Self-actualization|self-actualization]]). | ||
According to Sarkar, when a conscious desire for liberation or perfection arises in the mind, one attains the ''sadguru'' (unfailing spiritual guide).<ref>{{cite book |title=Ánanda Sútram |author=Shrii Shrii Anandamurti |location=Jamalpur |publisher= Ananda Marga Pubs |year=1961 |ISBN=978-8172520274}}</ref> | According to Sarkar, when a conscious desire for liberation or perfection arises in the mind, one attains the ''sadguru'' (unfailing spiritual guide).<ref>{{cite book |title=Ánanda Sútram |author=Shrii Shrii Anandamurti |location=Jamalpur |publisher= Ananda Marga Pubs |year=1961 |ISBN=978-8172520274}}</ref> |