Fear Quote by Eknath Easwaran
““All negative thoughts – anger, fear, passion, compulsive craving -- tend to be fast. If we could see the mind when it is caught in such thoughts, we would really see it racing. But positive thoughts like love, patience, tenderness, compassion, and understanding are slow - not turbulent, rushing brooks of thinking, so to speak but broad rivers that are calm, clear, and deep.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Man Who Became a Sage, 1990
Fast, turbulent thoughts are fleeting and chaotic, while calm, deep thoughts flow slowly and clearly, revealing true mind state.
In simple terms: Fast thoughts are chaotic; calm thoughts are deep.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate patience and mindfulness.
Themes
mindfulness
emotion
thoughts
calm
clarity
Mood
reflective
calm
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- stress management
- creative work
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
spirituality
neuroscience
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize when your mind is racing?
- What practices help slow mental turbulence?
A Different Perspective
Fast thoughts can dominate attention, making calm thoughts hard to notice.
