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Every moment Quote by David Deida

“Every moment of your life is either a test or a celebration. The same is true about every moment with your woman, only doubly so. Not only is her simple existence a test for you, but one of her deepest pleasures in intimacy is testing you, and then feeling you are not moved off course by her…” quote by David Deida
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““Every moment of your life is either a test or a celebration. The same is true about every moment with your woman, only doubly so. Not only is her simple existence a test for you, but one of her deepest pleasures in intimacy is testing you, and then feeling you are not moved off course by her challenge. The most erotic moment for a woman is feeling that you are Shiva, the divine masculine: unperturbable, totally loving, fully present, and all-pervading. She cannot move you, because you already are what you are, with or without her. She cannot scare you away, because you already penetrate her in fearless love, pervading her heart and body. She cannot distract you, because your one-pointed commitment to truth will not bend to her wiles. Feeling this hugeness of love and freedom in you, she can trust you, utterly, and surrender her testing in celebration of love. Until she wants to feel you as Shiva again. And then the testing will begin anew. In fact, it is precisely when you are most Shiva-like that she will most test you.””

David Deida

About This Quote

Source Book: The Way of the Superior Man, 1997

The passage describes a relationship dynamic where a woman tests her partner, and the ideal response is a calm, loving, unwavering presence likened to the divine masculine Shiva.

In simple terms: A man should stay steady and loving when challenged by his partner.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate inner steadiness and love.

Themes

relationships masculinity spirituality intimacy testing

Mood

intimate spiritual reflective

Type

philosophical relationship

When to use this quote

  • couples therapy
  • mindful intimacy
  • spiritual practice
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

Divine masculine presence unperturbable love ego transcendence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can both partners embody steadiness?
  • What does testing mean for emotional health?
A Different Perspective

The idealized view may overlook mutual vulnerability and emotional reciprocity.

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