Achieve Quote by Chogyam Trungpa
“When there is no desire to satisfy yourself, there is no aggression or speed... Because there is no rush to achieve, you can afford to relax. Because you can afford to relax, you can afford to keep company with yourself, you can afford to make love with yourself, to be friends with yourself.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: Shambhala Training, 1979
When desire to achieve fades, aggression and haste disappear, allowing calm companionship with oneself and self‑love.
In simple terms: Lack of desire reduces aggression, fostering self‑friendship.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner calm by releasing competitive drive.
Themes
mindfulness
self‑compassion
inner peace
non‑attachment
Mood
serene
reflective
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- Meditation practice
- stressful work periods
- personal growth
- solitary activities
Key Concepts
Non‑dual awareness
self‑acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “making love with yourself” mean to you?
- How can you maintain motivation without aggression?
A Different Perspective
Even without desire, complacency can arise; balance is needed.
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