Good thing Quote by Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse
““Most of the time we are trying to make the good things last, or we are thinking about replacing them with something even better in the future, or we are sunk in the past, reminiscing about happier times. Ironically, we never truly appreciated the experience for which we are nostalgic because we were too busy clinging to our hopes and fears at the time.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public talk, 2019
We often chase future improvements or dwell on past joys, missing appreciation of the present moment because we cling to hopes and fears.
In simple terms: We miss the present by focusing on past or future.
Key Takeaway
Live fully in the now.
Themes
nostalgia
mindfulness
expectation
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- career planning
- creative projects
- mental health
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
impermanence
attachment
presence
Questions to Reflect On
- What are you overlooking now?
- How can you honor the present without fear?
A Different Perspective
The desire for better can cause chronic dissatisfaction.
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