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“If you are mindful of death, it will not come as a surprise-you will not be anxious. You will feel that death is merely like changing clothes. Consequently, at that point you will be able to maintain your calmness of mind.” quote by Dalai Lama
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“If you are mindful of death, it will not come as a surprise-you will not be anxious. You will feel that death is merely like changing clothes. Consequently, at that point you will be able to maintain your calmness of mind.”

Dalai Lama

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public talk, Dalai Lama, 2000s

Contemplating mortality reduces fear, making death seem natural and allowing inner calm.

In simple terms: Thinking of death as normal eases anxiety.

Key Takeaway

Accept death as natural; stay calm.

Themes

mortality mindfulness calmness

Mood

peaceful reflective

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • end‑of‑life counseling
  • stress management

Key Concepts

Buddhist philosophy impermanence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does accepting death change daily priorities?
  • What practices help maintain calm?
A Different Perspective

May overlook the value of life’s fleeting moments.

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