Being yourself Quote by Deepak Chopra
“It is only because you take your mind to be yourself, and make it dwell on what you are not, that you lose your sense of well-being.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, 1994
Identifying with thoughts that are not truly you creates suffering; true well‑being arises from recognizing the authentic self.
In simple terms: Self‑identification with thoughts causes distress; know your true self.
Practice mindfulness to separate self from thoughts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- therapy
- personal development
- stress reduction
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What thoughts do you mistake for yourself?
- How can you observe thoughts without judgment?
Changing deep‑seated thought patterns can be challenging.