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“Dharma practice means physical hardship; it means that you shouldn't be pansies about it. You should exert yourselves wholeheartedly to engage in the practice, so that it will affect your body, speech, and mind.” quote by Ngagpa Yeshe Dorje
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““Dharma practice means physical hardship; it means that you shouldn't be pansies about it. You should exert yourselves wholeheartedly to engage in the practice, so that it will affect your body, speech, and mind.””

Ngagpa Yeshe Dorje

About This Quote

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

Dharma practice demands hardship and total commitment, affecting body, speech, and mind.

In simple terms: Hard work and full dedication shape all aspects of self.

Key Takeaway

Commit fully to disciplined practice.

Themes

spiritual discipline hardship holistic development commitment

Mood

serene determined

Type

instructional spiritual

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • yoga
  • ethical training

Key Concepts

Buddhism psychology mind‑body

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to balance effort and wellbeing?
  • What benefits arise from holistic practice?
A Different Perspective

Extreme hardship can cause burnout.

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