He is thoughtful whose mind is directed by his will, whose…
“He is thoughtful whose mind is directed by his will, whose mind fulfills his intentions, whose mind is under the control of his intention... It is not till a person has gained mastery over his mind, till he is above this activity, that he is a ruling power, a true person.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Mastery over one’s mind leads to true self‑governance and authenticity.
In simple terms: Control your mind, become your true self.
Cultivate mental discipline.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- decision making
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What mental habits limit your freedom?
- How can you practice intention without force?
Mind control is difficult; emotions may resist rational intent.