--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: How can we discriminate between selfish…" description: "\"“How can we discriminate between selfish and unselfish desires? As to what has motivated and does motivate the desire. If it is for the self, or for th..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/11f/edgar-cayce-2201_christ-consciousness_how-can-we-discriminate-between-selfish_2691913.jpg" --- # How can we discriminate between selfish and unselfish… ![“How can we discriminate between selfish and unselfish desires? As to what has motivated and does motivate the desire. If it is for the self, or for the glorification of the Christ Consciousness in thine experience. That this or that may appear to self as being well, if such and such an experience…” quote by Edgar Cayce](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/11f/edgar-cayce-2201_christ-consciousness_how-can-we-discriminate-between-selfish_2691913.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/11f/edgar-cayce-2201_christ-consciousness_how-can-we-discriminate-between-selfish_2691913.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/11f/edgar-cayce-2201_christ-consciousness_how-can-we-discriminate-between-selfish_2691913.jpg) > ““How can we discriminate between selfish and unselfish desires? As to what has motivated and does motivate the desire. If it is for the self, or for the glorification of the Christ Consciousness in thine experience. That this or that may appear to self as being well, if such and such an experience were thine own. But, as has been given, each soul may find in self an answer to that it seeks or desires to know from what source it(the desire) has originated, or is in its impelling force. First ask self in the physical consciousness, and answer - and find an answer - yes or no. Then enter into the inner self through meditation and prayer, and seek the answer there.”” [Edgar Cayce](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/edgar-cayce/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Self‑examination through meditation helps identify whether desires stem from ego or higher spiritual purpose. **In simple terms:** Ask yourself if a desire serves personal ego or spiritual growth. Key Takeaway Use meditation to discern the true source of your wishes. Themes spirituality self‑knowledge meditation Mood reflective calm Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - personal decision making - goal setting - mindfulness practice - spiritual counseling Key Concepts consciousness psychology ethics Questions to Reflect On - What inner questions reveal the root of a desire? - How can you differentiate ego‑driven from spiritually‑driven goals? 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