Abraham Quote by Esther Hicks
“It's not necessary for you to exacerbate your contrast with struggle in order to get it into a higher place. It is not necessary to suffer in order to give birth to desire. But when you have suffered and you have given birth to desire, so what? You've got a desire. Turn your attention to the desire. Think about where you're going and never mind where you've been. Don't spend any more time justifying any of that stuff -- Abraham”
About This Quote
Source Book: Ask and It Is, Esther Hicks and Jerry Hicks, 2004
The quote suggests that suffering is not required to create desire; instead, focus on the desire itself and move forward without dwelling on past hardships.
In simple terms: Desire can arise without suffering; focus on it and move forward.
Focus on desire, ignore past suffering.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- goal setting
- career planning
- relationship development
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you channel desire without past pain?
- What practices help you stay present on goals?
Suffering may still be a catalyst for some, and ignoring it entirely can overlook valuable lessons.