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“if a yogi is so well blessed with karma to be one who can tread the pleasant path, one who can gain wisdom without undergoing pain, then he can work on pleasant sensation. But for the overwhelming majority of us, as may be observed, there is no choice but to tread the path of unpleasant sensation…” quote by Jack Kornfield
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““if a yogi is so well blessed with karma to be one who can tread the pleasant path, one who can gain wisdom without undergoing pain, then he can work on pleasant sensation. But for the overwhelming majority of us, as may be observed, there is no choice but to tread the path of unpleasant sensation, for we are not blessed with such karma.””

Jack Kornfield

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Most people must endure hardship to grow, while only a few, blessed with favorable karma, can pursue ease and wisdom without suffering.

In simple terms: Hardship is often necessary for growth; only few enjoy easy paths.

Key Takeaway

Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth.

Themes

growth karma hardship wisdom

Mood

reflective determined hopeful

Type

philosophical motivational spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • spiritual practice
  • education
  • therapy
  • leadership

Key Concepts

Buddhism karma suffering

Questions to Reflect On

  • What challenges have you turned into growth?
  • How can you find meaning in unavoidable discomfort?
A Different Perspective

Even those with favorable karma still face subtle obstacles and inner resistance.

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