Attachment Quote by Dalai Lama
“Consciousness will always be present, though a particular consciousness may cease. For example, the particular tactile consciousness that is present within this human body will cease when the body comes to an end. Likewise, consciousnesses that are influenced by ignorance, by anger or by attachment, these too will cease. But the basic, ultimate, innermost subtle consciousness will always remain. It has no beginning, and it will have not end.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance, 2016
Consciousness persists beyond individual experiences; deeper awareness is timeless and unbounded.
In simple terms: Awareness continues after personal thoughts end.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner awareness.
Themes
spirituality
philosophy
mindfulness
Mood
calm
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- end‑of‑life care
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Non-duality
impermanence
Questions to Reflect On
- What is the nature of your deepest awareness?
- How does this view affect your fear of death?
A Different Perspective
Personal identity may dissolve, making continuity unclear.
