Oak tree Quote by Eckhart Tolle
““The oak tree or the eagle would be bemused by such a question. “What time?” they would ask. “Well, of course, it’s now. The time is now. What else is there?””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Presence and Awareness, 2015
The speaker uses metaphor of oak and eagle to illustrate that the present moment is always now, urging immediate awareness.
In simple terms: Now is always the present moment; act now.
Embrace the present.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- daily reflection
- stress reduction
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you notice the present in daily tasks?
- What prevents you from acting now?
The concept may feel abstract without practical steps.