Attraction Quote by Eckhart Tolle
“You cannot be both unhappy, and fully present in the Now.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Power of Now, Eckhart Tolle, 1997
True presence requires letting go of dissatisfaction; you cannot be unhappy and fully engaged simultaneously.
In simple terms: Being happy is needed for true presence.
Cultivate acceptance to be present.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- daily work
- relationships
- stressful moments
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you notice dissatisfaction without judgment?
- What practices help you stay present?
Unhappiness can still arise despite mindfulness practice.