Good news Quote by Don Richard Riso
““One of the ego's main defenses against doing so (experiencing our Essence)is the belief that spirituality is something rarefied, impractical, and very far away. In fact, it is closer than we think, as the mystics assure us: we do not have to go anywhere or accomplish anything. What we must learn is to stop running away from ourselves . . . The good news is that you are already here: your Essence already exists entirely and perfectly . . . We do not need to learn something new or anything to be our True Nature. Spiritual progress involves seeing what is right under our noses - really, what is right under the layers of our personality. Spiritual work is therefore a matter of subtraction, of letting go, rather than of adding anything to what is already present.””
About This Quote
Spirituality is not distant or rare; it is inherent and accessible, requiring us to stop seeking external achievements and instead let go of false barriers.
In simple terms: Spirituality is within, not far away.
Key Takeaway
Release false barriers to discover inner truth.
Themes
spirituality
self‑discovery
inner peace
Mood
calm
inquisitive
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- daily reflection
- therapy
- coaching
Key Concepts
essence
true nature
subtraction
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner barriers do you hold?
- How can you practice letting go?
A Different Perspective
Finding truth may be hindered by deep‑seated beliefs.
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