Its mental discipline, however, is by far more fruitful…
““Its mental discipline, however, is by far more fruitful, and keeps one's mind in equipoise, making one neither passionate nor dispassionate, neither sentimental nor unintelligent, neither nervous nor senseless. It is well known as a cure to all sorts of mental disease, occasioned by nervous disturbance, as a nourishment to the fatigued brain, and also as a stimulus to torpor and sloth. It is self-control, as it is the subduing of such pernicious passions as anger, jealousy, hatred, and the like, and the awakening of noble emotions such as sympathy, mercy, generosity, and what not. It is a mode of Enlightenment, as it is the dispelling of illusion and of doubt,””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Mental discipline balances the mind, preventing extremes and fostering noble emotions while curing mental disturbances.
In simple terms: Balanced mind avoids extremes and nurtures good feelings.
Key Takeaway
Practice self‑control to achieve mental equilibrium.
Themes
self‑control
mental health
balance
enlightenment
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- stress reduction
- personal development
- meditation
- therapy
- leadership
Key Concepts
equipoise
discipline
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate mental balance daily?
- What habits disrupt your mental equilibrium?
A Different Perspective
May be difficult to maintain without consistent practice.