Ordinarily all desires exist in the second state of…
“Ordinarily all desires exist in the second state of consciousness, the dreaming state. Desire is a dream and to work for a dream is doomed from the very beginning, because a dream can never become real. Even if sometimes you feel it has become almost real, it never becomes real - a dream by nature is empty. It has no substance in it.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Desire is a dream-like illusion; chasing it leads to emptiness because it lacks substance.
In simple terms: Desire is an empty dream.
Key Takeaway
Focus on tangible goals.
Themes
spirituality
desire
illusion
Mood
contemplative
philosophical
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal ambitions
- spiritual practice
- goal setting
Key Concepts
Nature of desire
material vs. spiritual
Questions to Reflect On
- How to distinguish healthy ambition from illusion?
- Can desire be transformed into real achievement?
A Different Perspective
Desire can motivate positive change.