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“Sanity is permanent, neurosis is temporary.” quote by Chogyam Trungpa
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“Sanity is permanent, neurosis is temporary.”

Chogyam Trungpa

About This Quote

Source Book: Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism, 1973

Sanity endures; neurosis is fleeting, implying that true mental health is a lasting state beyond temporary disturbances.

In simple terms: Sanity lasts; neurosis passes.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate lasting mental stability over temporary fixes.

Themes

psychology spirituality mental health impermanence growth resilience

Mood

calm insightful encouraging

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • Therapy sessions
  • meditation retreats
  • daily stress
  • personal crises

Key Concepts

Mindfulness non‑attachment inner peace

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can one differentiate lasting sanity from fleeting neurosis?
  • What practices support enduring mental health?
A Different Perspective

Temporary neuroses can become chronic without proper insight.

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