Attention Quote by Frederick Lenz
“Human beings are not so in harmony with the dharma. That is why they suffer so much. But you as an individual can reach a plane of attention and can become attention itself.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Spiritual Teachings of Frederick Lenz, 1995
Human suffering stems from misalignment with universal order; personal attention can transcend this by becoming pure awareness.
In simple terms: Misalignment causes suffering; awareness heals.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate pure attention.
Themes
spirituality
mindfulness
ufferinguffering
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
teaching
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- stressful situations
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
nonduality
attention as consciousness
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you maintain attention amid distraction?
- What practices help become “attention itself”?
A Different Perspective
Achieving pure attention is difficult in daily life.
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