Anxiety Quote by Eckhart Tolle
“People tend to dwell more on negative things than on good things. So the mind then becomes obsessed with negative things, with judgments, guilt and anxiety produced by thoughts about the future and so on.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Power of Now, 1997
The mind habit on on negativity, creating anxiety and judgment about the future.
In simple terms: Negativity fuels anxiety.
Key Takeaway
Shift focus to present positivity.
Themes
mental health
awareness
psychology
Mood
reflective
calm
Type
philosophical
self‑help
When to use this quote
- stress management
- therapy
- mindfulness practice
- decision making
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
rumination
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your negative focus?
- How can you reframe future thoughts?
A Different Perspective
Positive focus requires conscious effort and may be uncomfortable.
