Events Quote by Anthony de Mello
“Another illusion is that external events have the power to hurt you, that other people have the power to hurt you. They don't. It's you who give this power to them.”
About This Quote
Source Book: One Minute Wisdom, 1990
External events lack intrinsic power; we assign them impact.
In simple terms: We give others power to hurt us.
Key Takeaway
Reclaim power by changing perception.
Themes
personal responsibility
mindfulness
inner freedom
Mood
calm
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- stress management
- relationship boundaries
- daily irritations
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs give others power over you?
- How can you practice non‑attachment?
A Different Perspective
It may be unrealistic to deny all external influence.
