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Communication Quote by Eckhart Tolle

“Can you give some more examples of ordinary unconsciousness? See if you can catch yourself complaining, in either speech or thought, about a situation you find yourself in, what other people do or say, your surroundings, your life situation, even the weather. To complain is always nonacceptance of…” quote by Eckhart Tolle
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““Can you give some more examples of ordinary unconsciousness?   See if you can catch yourself complaining, in either speech or thought, about a situation you find yourself in, what other people do or say, your surroundings, your life situation, even the weather. To complain is always nonacceptance of what””

Eckhart Tolle

About This Quote

Source Book: A New Earth, Eckhart Tolle, 2005

Unconsciousness shows when we complain, revealing resistance to acceptance of reality.

In simple terms: Complaining shows we’re not accepting what is.

Key Takeaway

Practice noticing and releasing complaints.

Themes

mindfulness acceptance self-awareness

Mood

thoughtful calm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily conversation
  • inner monologue
  • stressful situations

Key Concepts

psychology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your complaints?
  • How does acceptance change your experience?
A Different Perspective

The advice may oversimplify complex emotional states.

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