--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Don't you think I have sense enough to…" description: "\"Don't you think I have sense enough to worry about my motives for saying the prayer? That's exactly what's bothering me so. Just because I'm choosy abo..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/de7/anonymous-1_bother_don-t-you-think-i-have-sense-enough-to-w_3191490.jpg" --- # Don't you think I have sense enough to worry about my… ![“Don't you think I have sense enough to worry about my motives for saying the prayer? That's exactly what's bothering me so. Just because I'm choosy about what I want - in this case, enlightenment or peace, instead or money or prestige or game or any of those things, doesn't mean I'm not as…” quote by Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/de7/anonymous-1_bother_don-t-you-think-i-have-sense-enough-to-w_3191490.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/de7/anonymous-1_bother_don-t-you-think-i-have-sense-enough-to-w_3191490.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/de7/anonymous-1_bother_don-t-you-think-i-have-sense-enough-to-w_3191490.jpg) > “Don't you think I have sense enough to worry about my motives for saying the prayer? That's exactly what's bothering me so. Just because I'm choosy about what I want - in this case, enlightenment or peace, instead or money or prestige or game or any of those things, doesn't mean I'm not as egotistical and self-seeking as everybody else. If anything, I'm more so!” [Anonymous](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/anonymous/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The speaker doubts their motives, fearing self‑interest even when seeking enlightenment, highlighting inner conflict about ego. **In simple terms:** Questioning motives reveals hidden selfishness despite spiritual goals. Key Takeaway Reflect on true intentions behind desires. Themes self‑awareness spirituality ego Mood reflective conflicted Type philosophical self‑help When to use this quote - personal growth - spiritual practice - decision making Key Concepts introspection moral philosophy Questions to Reflect On - What drives your pursuit of peace? - Can ego coexist with genuine enlightenment? 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