First, all of you should develop discrimination to distinguish the eternal
from the transitory and to decide which is worthy. Then, a
sincere attempt must be made to experience what is so chosen as worthy
and true. Finally, this attempt should not be given up whatever
comes your way. Union of these three is called genuine
austerity. Only from this austerity alone is born real peace and
joy.
-Divine Discourse,
Prasanthi Vahini.