--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Nothing in this world attracts ‘me’. It…" description: "\"“Nothing in this world attracts ‘me’. It will attract ‘me’ only if it is greater than me, right?”\" — Dada Bhagwan" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4b0/dada-bhagwan-31_attract_nothing-in-this-world-attracts-me-it-wil_3230822.jpg" --- # Nothing in this world attracts ‘me’. It will attract ‘me’… ![“Nothing in this world attracts ‘me’. It will attract ‘me’ only if it is greater than me, right?” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4b0/dada-bhagwan-31_attract_nothing-in-this-world-attracts-me-it-wil_3230822.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4b0/dada-bhagwan-31_attract_nothing-in-this-world-attracts-me-it-wil_3230822.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4b0/dada-bhagwan-31_attract_nothing-in-this-world-attracts-me-it-wil_3230822.jpg) > ““Nothing in this world attracts ‘me’. It will attract ‘me’ only if it is greater than me, right?”” [Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/dada-bhagwan/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Attraction occurs only when something surpasses our current self, not merely because it exists. **In simple terms:** We are drawn to things greater than ourselves. Key Takeaway Seek growth beyond current limits. Themes self‑improvement aspiration comparative value Mood reflective inspirational Type philosophical motivational When to use this quote - career advancement - personal development - creative projects - spiritual practice Key Concepts ego self‑concept motivation Questions to Reflect On - What would you pursue if you stopped comparing? - How can you value the present while seeking growth? 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