Available Quote by Chogyam Trungpa
“Magic is the power within oneself. You have enough strength, exertion and energy to view things as they are, personally, properly, and directly. You have the chance to experience the brightness of life and the haziness of life, which is also a source of power. The fantastically sharp-edged quality of life can be experienced personally and directly. There is a powerful sense of perception available to you.”
About This Quote
Source Teaching: Shambhala Teachings, 1975
Inner power arises from perceiving reality directly, embracing both clarity and ambiguity, which fuels personal strength.
In simple terms: Seeing life clearly gives you power.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate direct perception for inner strength.
Themes
mindfulness
perception
power
Mood
calm
insightful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- creative work
- decision making
Key Concepts
awareness
duality
presence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you see life more clearly?
- What dualities do you balance?
A Different Perspective
Perception can be distorted by bias.
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