--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: When can one say that he has attained the…" description: "\"“When can one say that he has attained the Soul? It is when worries does not occur to him. Even amidst mental, physical and externally induced sufferin..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/976/dada-bhagwan-31_eternal-happiness_when-can-one-say-that-he-has-attained-th_1320345.jpg" --- # When can one say that he has attained the Soul? It is when… ![“When can one say that he has attained the Soul? It is when worries does not occur to him. Even amidst mental, physical and externally induced suffering one experiences blessed state of the Self (Samadhi); that is the sign of the Self Realization (Atma gnan). Without this state, all talks one does…” quote by Dada Bhagwan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/976/dada-bhagwan-31_eternal-happiness_when-can-one-say-that-he-has-attained-th_1320345.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/976/dada-bhagwan-31_eternal-happiness_when-can-one-say-that-he-has-attained-th_1320345.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/976/dada-bhagwan-31_eternal-happiness_when-can-one-say-that-he-has-attained-th_1320345.jpg) > ““When can one say that he has attained the Soul? It is when worries does not occur to him. Even amidst mental, physical and externally induced suffering one experiences blessed state of the Self (Samadhi); that is the sign of the Self Realization (Atma gnan). Without this state, all talks one does are like castles in the air.”” [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. Realization of the soul is marked by freedom from worry, even amid suffering, indicating deep self‑knowledge. **In simple terms:** Soul is realized when worries cease, despite suffering. Key Takeaway Cultivate inner calm to recognize true self. Themes spirituality self‑realization inner peace Mood peaceful reflective Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - meditation practice - stressful work - health challenges - personal crises Key Concepts Samadhi Atma gnan mindfulness Questions to Reflect On - How can you maintain calm during hardship? - What practices help detach from worry? 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