Awareness-of-the-self Quote by Dada Bhagwan
““If the one who is experiencing the kashay (anger-pride-deceit-greed), gets rid of the kashay then there is not telling when he will do something erroneous. And if the One who remains in the awareness of the Self gets rid of the kashay, then he swims through the ocean of the worldly life!””
About This Quote
Source Spiritual Teaching: Discourses of Dada Bhagwan, 1990s
Removing egoic impulses (anger, pride, deceit, greed) frees one from unpredictable mistakes and allows smooth navigation of worldly life.
In simple terms: Letting go of ego leads to calm and clear living.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate self‑awareness and release egoic habits.
Themes
spirituality
self‑awareness
ego
life‑navigation
Mood
reflective
calm
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- conflict resolution
- decision making
- stress management
Key Concepts
non‑attachment
mindfulness
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize egoic impulses in yourself?
- What practices help maintain awareness?
A Different Perspective
Ego can resurface unnoticed, requiring continual vigilance.
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