--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Just as a solid rock is not shaken by the…" description: "\"Just as a solid rock is not shaken by the storm, even so the wise are not affected by praise or blame.\" — Gautama Buddha" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/842/gautama-buddha-163_affected_just-as-a-solid-rock-is-not-shaken-by-th_499429.jpg" --- # Just as a solid rock is not shaken by the storm, even so… ![“Just as a solid rock is not shaken by the storm, even so the wise are not affected by praise or blame.” quote by Gautama Buddha](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/842/gautama-buddha-163_affected_just-as-a-solid-rock-is-not-shaken-by-th_499429.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/842/gautama-buddha-163_affected_just-as-a-solid-rock-is-not-shaken-by-th_499429.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/842/gautama-buddha-163_affected_just-as-a-solid-rock-is-not-shaken-by-th_499429.jpg) > “Just as a solid rock is not shaken by the storm, even so the wise are not affected by praise or blame.” [Gautama Buddha](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/gautama-buddha/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. True wisdom remains steady regardless of external praise or criticism, showing inner stability and equanimity. **In simple terms:** Wise people stay steady despite praise or blame. Key Takeaway Cultivate inner steadiness. Themes wisdom equanimity resilience mindfulness philosophy Mood calm reflective steady Type philosophical motivational spiritual When to use this quote - public speaking - leadership - personal setbacks - social media criticism Key Concepts inner peace detachment mental stability Questions to Reflect On - How can you practice equanimity daily? - What triggers your reaction to praise or blame? 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