Free will Quote by Hope Bradford
““Kuan Yin is showing me picture of a windsurfer skimming effortlessly along the ocean's surface," describes Ms. Lees. "While quite skilled, he is nevertheless very focused on the elements around him. The windsurfer is focused upon how to turn the sail. His question must always be, 'what am I going to do with the wind that is blowing right now,'" instructs Kuan Yin: “There are the waves and there is the wind, seen and unseen forces. Everyone has these same elements in their lives, the seen and unseen: karma and free will. The question is, ‘how are you going to handle what you have?’ You are riding the karmic wave underneath and the wind can shift. Everyone must take what they see and deal with that which is unseen.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Kuan Yin discussion, date unknown
The quote uses a windsurfer metaphor to illustrate balancing visible actions with unseen forces like karma and free will, urging mindful response to current circumstances.
In simple terms: Focus on present conditions while acknowledging hidden influences.
Key Takeaway
Respond wisely to what you can see and what you cannot.
Themes
mindfulness
karma
free will
balance
metaphor
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- decision making
- life challenges
- personal growth
Key Concepts
spirituality
philosophy
self‑awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What unseen factors shape your choices?
- How can you stay present amid uncertainty?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on unseen forces can lead to fatalism.
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