Dissatisfaction Quote by Chogyam Trungpa
“Whether we eat, sleep, work, play, whatever we do life contains dissatisfaction, pain. If we enjoy pleasure, we are afraid to lose it; we strive for more and more pleasure or try to contain it. If we suffer pain we want to escape it. We experience dissatisfaction all the time. All activities contain dissatisfaction or pain, continuously.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism, Chogyam Trungpa, 1973
Life inevitably involves dissatisfaction and pain; seeking pleasure creates fear of loss, and pain invites escape, leading to perpetual unease.
In simple terms: Life is full of dissatisfaction and pain.
Key Takeaway
Accept impermanence and practice equanimity.
Themes
suffering
pleasure
impermanence
fear
Mood
reflective
serene
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily work
- relationships
- health routines
- stress management
Key Concepts
Buddhist philosophy
psychology
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you find peace amid constant dissatisfaction?
- What practices help you stay present despite pain?
A Different Perspective
Pleasure pursuit can deepen attachment and suffering.
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