Effort Quote by Dalai Lama
“Whatever forms of meditation you practice, the most important point is to apply mindfulness continuously, and make a sustained effort. It is unrealistic to expect results from meditation within a short period of time. What is required is continuous sustained effort.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, Dalai Lama, date unknown
Mindfulness requires ongoing practice; quick results are unrealistic, so sustained effort is essential.
In simple terms: Mindfulness needs constant practice, not quick fixes.
Commit to daily mindfulness.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- stress management
- long‑term personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you measure subtle changes?
- What routines support continuous practice?
Progress may be slow and hard to notice.