Active Quote by Anonymous
“I teach you both effort and effortlessness, because unless you attain to effortless-effort, unless you attain to active passivity, unless you attain to a singing-silence - they look paradoxical - unless you attain to an unmoving dance, you have not attained.”
About This Quote
True mastery involves uniting opposing forces—effort and ease—into a harmonious state where action feels natural.
In simple terms: Combine effort with ease for natural flow.
Key Takeaway
Seek effortless effort.
Themes
philosophy
balance
paradox
mindfulness
practice
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- creative work
- sports
- leadership
- daily routines
Key Concepts
yin-yang
flow
integrated action
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice active passivity?
- What does a singing-silence feel like?
A Different Perspective
Achieving such balance can be elusive and may cause frustration.
