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“When you are strong and healthy, You never think of sickness coming, But it descends with sudden force, Like a stroke of lightning. When involved in worldly things, You never think of death's approach; Quick it comes like thunder, Crashing round your head.” quote by Milarepa
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“When you are strong and healthy, You never think of sickness coming, But it descends with sudden force, Like a stroke of lightning. When involved in worldly things, You never think of death's approach; Quick it comes like thunder, Crashing round your head.”

Milarepa

About This Quote

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

Health and wealth blind us to impermanence; sudden misfortune strikes when we are complacent.

In simple terms: We ignore danger when we feel safe.

Key Takeaway

Stay mindful of life's fragility.

Themes

impermanence mindfulness humility

Mood

reflective serene

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • business decisions
  • financial planning
  • personal health
  • relationships

Key Concepts

Buddhist teachings impermanence karma

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you prepare for unexpected crises?
  • What habits keep you grounded?
A Different Perspective

Complacency can lead to neglect of preparation.

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