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“Intelligence is the capacity to be in the present. The more you are in the past or are in the future, the less intelligent you are. Intelligence is the capacity to be here-now, to be in this moment and nowhere else. Then you are awake.” quote by Anonymous
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“Intelligence is the capacity to be in the present. The more you are in the past or are in the future, the less intelligent you are. Intelligence is the capacity to be here-now, to be in this moment and nowhere else. Then you are awake.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Book: The Power of Now, 1997

Intelligence is being fully present; dwelling on past or future reduces mental clarity and awareness.

In simple terms: Being present equals intelligence.

Key Takeaway

Practice mindfulness daily.

Themes

mindfulness presence intelligence

Mood

calm focused

Type

motivational practical

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • work focus
  • stress management

Key Concepts

cognitive science philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you train your mind to stay in the moment?
  • What habits pull you away from the present?
A Different Perspective

Staying present can be challenging amidst distractions.

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