Able Quote by Frederick Lenz
“There are those who will seek to block you. There are also non-physical forces. To win in the world of enlightenment, it is necessary to be able to will away these forces, to see they're insubstantial.”
About This Quote
Obstacles, both tangible and mental, must be recognized as transient; overcoming them requires the will to dismiss their perceived solidity.
In simple terms: See challenges as fleeting, not real.
Mental discipline can dissolve perceived barriers.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation retreats
- cognitive‑behavioral therapy
- personal development workshops
Key Concepts
Practical Applications
- Practice visualization to weaken mental blocks
- Adopt mindfulness to differentiate reality from perception
Questions to Reflect On
- When is mental reframing insufficient?
- How can one balance willpower with actionable planning?
Some obstacles are concrete and require practical solutions, not just mental reframing.