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Karma Quote by Ed Viesturs

“Although I remain uncertain about God or any particular religion, I believe in karma. What goes around, comes around. How you live your life, the respect that you give others and the mountain, and how you treat people in general will come back to you in kindred fashion. I like to talk about what I…” quote by Ed Viesturs
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““Although I remain uncertain about God or any particular religion, I believe in karma. What goes around, comes around. How you live your life, the respect that you give others and the mountain, and how you treat people in general will come back to you in kindred fashion. I like to talk about what I call the Karma National Bank. If you give up the summit to help rescue someone who’s in trouble, you’ve put a deposit in that bank. And sometime down the road, you may need to make a big withdrawal. People””

Ed Viesturs

About This Quote

Source Interview: Reflections on Mountaineering, Ed Viesturs, 2015

Our deeds create a moral ledger; kindness returns like a deposit in a karmic bank.

In simple terms: Good actions bring good returns.

Key Takeaway

Treat others well and help those in need.

Themes

karma reciprocity ethics mountaineering community

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • teamwork
  • emergency rescue
  • daily interactions

Key Concepts

moral economy social reciprocity altruism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How have you ' a “deposit” in your life?
  • What “withdrawal” are you hoping for?
A Different Perspective

Karma may not be immediate or guaranteed.

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