Abyss Quote by Gangaji
“I could see that everything I had identified as really me, was not really me, but was just a pattern of strategies to avoid some kind of abyss or emptiness.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Spiritual Teachings of Gangaji, 2010
Our self‑identity can be a set of coping strategies masking deeper emptiness.
In simple terms: Self is often a protective pattern, not true self.
Key Takeaway
Explore beyond defensive patterns.
Themes
identity
emptiness
self‑knowledge
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy
- meditation
- personal growth
- self‑inquiry
Key Concepts
psychology
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What patterns do you use to avoid emptiness?
- Can you sit with the abyss without fear?
A Different Perspective
Patterns can be useful for survival; not always negative.
