Achieve Quote by Anonymous
“The mind lives through more, and the more cannot be fulfilled; that is impossible. IT ENDS IN TEARS. Every desire ends in frustration, because every expectation is the beginning of frustration. Why does every desire end in frustration? There are only two alternatives: either you achieve your object of desire or you don't achieve it, but in both cases it will end in tears. If you achieve it you will see the utter futility of it all.”
About This Quote
Unfulfilled desires inevitably lead to frustration and sorrow; achieving or not achieving still results in emotional pain.
In simple terms: Desire often ends in disappointment, regardless of outcome.
Key Takeaway
Accept the limits of desire to reduce suffering.
Themes
desire
frustration
existential
sorrow
Mood
reflective
philosophical
Type
existential
psychological
When to use this quote
- Relationships
- career goals
- material pursuits
Key Concepts
Attachment
expectation
impermanence
Questions to Reflect On
- What desires cause you the most distress?
- Can letting go change your experience?
A Different Perspective
Desire can motivate growth despite its pain.
