A desire arises in the mind. It is satisfied immediately…
“A desire arises in the mind. It is satisfied immediately another comes. In the interval which separates two desires a perfect calm reigns in the mind. It is at this moment freed from all thought, love or hate.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Desire creates a cycle; between desires, the mind can achieve true calm and freedom from bias.
In simple terms: Desire disrupts peace.
Practice mindfulness to observe desire.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- stress reduction
- emotional regulation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your desires?
- How can you sustain calm between impulses?
Hard to maintain calm amid constant stimuli.