Animal Quote by Chogyam Trungpa
“Humans are the only animals that try to dwell in the future. You don't have to purely live in the present situation without a plan, but the future plans you make can only be based on the aspects of the future that manifest within the present situation.”
About This Quote
Humans uniquely plan for the future while living in the present, but future plans must be grounded in present reality.
In simple terms: We plan ahead but must stay present.
Key Takeaway
Balance planning with present awareness.
Themes
future
present
planning
Mood
thoughtful
balanced
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- career goals
- financial budgeting
- personal development
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay grounded while planning?
- What present signs guide your future decisions?
A Different Perspective
Overplanning can cause anxiety.
![“If you look into the mirror, you see that [every part of you] belongs there and you belong there, as you are. You begin to realize that you have a perfect right to be in this universe, to be this way, and you see that there is a basic hospitality that this world provides to you. You have looked…” quote by Chogyam Trungpa](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/17c/chogyam-trungpa-1373_apologizing_if-you-look-into-the-mirror-you-see-that_86412.jpg)
