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“When He [God] talks of their losing their selves, He means only abandoning the clamour of self-will; once they have done that, He really gives them back all their personality, and boasts (I am afraid, sincerely) that when they are wholly His they will be more themselves than ever.” quote by Anonymous
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“When He [God] talks of their losing their selves, He means only abandoning the clamour of self-will; once they have done that, He really gives them back all their personality, and boasts (I am afraid, sincerely) that when they are wholly His they will be more themselves than ever.”

Anonymous

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Source Religious text interpretation, unknown source

Abandoning self-will restores true personality; being wholly divine makes one more authentic.

In simple terms: Letting go of ego reveals true self.

Key Takeaway

Release ego to find authenticity.

Themes

spirituality identity self

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • spiritual practice
  • therapy
  • mindfulness

Key Concepts

ego dissolution divine union

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “more themselves” mean?
  • How to balance self-will and surrender?
A Different Perspective

Risk of losing personal agency if misapplied.

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