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Bad health Quote by Dalai Lama

“The mind is key. If anything should be considered a god, so to speak, it is the mind, not money. A healthy positive mind is the utmost priority. But if we were to reverse the order of these priorities, what would happen? I find it hard to imagine how a person with great wealth, bad health, no…” quote by Dalai Lama
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“The mind is key. If anything should be considered a god, so to speak, it is the mind, not money. A healthy positive mind is the utmost priority. But if we were to reverse the order of these priorities, what would happen? I find it hard to imagine how a person with great wealth, bad health, no friends, and no peace of mind could feel even slightly happy.”

Dalai Lama

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Source Speech: Public address, Dalai Lama, date unknown

The mind is the ultimate source of well‑being; wealth without mental health cannot bring true happiness.

In simple terms: Mental health outweighs material wealth.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize mental health over riches.

Themes

well‑being wealth health happiness

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • business leadership
  • personal finance
  • healthcare
  • relationships

Key Concepts

mindfulness priorities psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you nurture a healthy mind daily?
  • What trade‑offs do you make between wealth and well‑being?
A Different Perspective

A strong mind can be undermined by external pressures.

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