--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The danger lies in how your ‘surplus…" description: "\"“The danger lies in how your ‘surplus time’ is spent. If the ‘surplus time’ is spent for one’s own Soul, then it is (like) watering your own farm, but ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d3e/dada-bhagwan-31_anger_the-danger-lies-in-how-your-surplus-time_2065614.jpg" --- # The danger lies in how your ‘surplus time’ is spent. If… ![“The danger lies in how your ‘surplus time’ is spent. If the ‘surplus time’ is spent for one’s own Soul, then it is (like) watering your own farm, but when it is used for other things [other than one’s own self], it is wasted water. Therefore, anyone whose ‘surplus time’ is spent on the Self, all…” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d3e/dada-bhagwan-31_anger_the-danger-lies-in-how-your-surplus-time_2065614.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d3e/dada-bhagwan-31_anger_the-danger-lies-in-how-your-surplus-time_2065614.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d3e/dada-bhagwan-31_anger_the-danger-lies-in-how-your-surplus-time_2065614.jpg) > ““The danger lies in how your ‘surplus time’ is spent. If the ‘surplus time’ is spent for one’s own Soul, then it is (like) watering your own farm, but when it is used for other things \[other than one’s own self\], it is wasted water. Therefore, anyone whose ‘surplus time’ is spent on the Self, all his time is considered to have gone towards one’s own Self \[The Soul\].”” [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. Time spent on self‑growth nurtures the soul; using it for external distractions wastes potential. **In simple terms:** Self‑care enriches the soul. Key Takeaway Prioritize personal development. Themes self‑growth time management spirituality Mood contemplative motivational Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - personal reflection - volunteering - creative projects Key Concepts mindfulness inner purpose Questions to Reflect On - How do you balance self‑care with responsibilities? - What activities best nurture your inner self? 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