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Attention Quote by Eknath Easwaran

“Eventually, meditation will make our mind calm, clear, and as concentrated as a laser which we can focus at will. This capacity of one-pointed attention is the essence of genius. When we have this mastery over attention in everything we do, we have a genius for life.” quote by Eknath Easwaran
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“Eventually, meditation will make our mind calm, clear, and as concentrated as a laser which we can focus at will. This capacity of one-pointed attention is the essence of genius. When we have this mastery over attention in everything we do, we have a genius for life.”

Eknath Easwaran

About This Quote

Source Book: Meditation and Its Practice, Eknath Easwaran, 1999

Meditation sharpens focus, creating laser‑like attention that fuels genius in all pursuits.

In simple terms: Meditation creates focused, powerful attention.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate daily meditation for sharper focus.

Themes

mindfulness focus genius

Mood

calm inspired focused

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • studying
  • creative work
  • sports performance
  • stress management

Key Concepts

laser focus attention mastery mental clarity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you integrate focused attention into daily tasks?
  • What obstacles hinder sustained concentration?
A Different Perspective

Sustaining such focus can be exhausting.

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