Conflict Quote by Eckhart Tolle
“Waiting is a state of mind. Basically, it means that you want the future; you don't want the present. You don't want what you've got, and you want what you haven't got. With every kind of waiting, you unconsciously create inner conflict between your here and now, where you don't want to be, and the projected future, where you want to be. This greatly reduces the quality of your life by making you lose the present.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle, 1997
Waiting keeps the mind fixated on an imagined future, causing inner conflict and diminishing present‑moment joy.
In simple terms: Waiting steals present happiness.
Key Takeaway
Focus on now, not imagined future.
Themes
mindfulness
presence
inner conflict
quality of life
Mood
reflective
calm
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- daily meditation
- goal setting
- stress management
Key Concepts
psychology
temporal perception
attachment
Questions to Reflect On
- What does your mind hope to avoid by waiting?
- How can you cultivate presence in daily tasks?
A Different Perspective
Waiting can be a symptom of deeper anxiety or unmet needs.
