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Health Quote by Huston Smith

“Everything I do for my private wellbeing adds another layer to my ego, and in thickening it insulates me more from God. Conversely, every act done without thought for myself diminishes my self-centeredness until finally no barrier remains to separate me from the Divine. The” quote by Huston Smith
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““Everything I do for my private wellbeing adds another layer to my ego, and in thickening it insulates me more from God. Conversely, every act done without thought for myself diminishes my self-centeredness until finally no barrier remains to separate me from the Divine. The””

Huston Smith

About This Quote

Source Book: The World's Religions, 1958

Focusing on personal comfort builds ego, distancing us from the divine; selfless acts thin the ego, allowing spiritual connection.

In simple terms: Self‑centeredness blocks spiritual unity.

Key Takeaway

Act selflessly to dissolve ego.

Themes

spirituality ego selflessness

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • daily meditation
  • volunteering
  • helping strangers
  • anonymous charity

Key Concepts

ego dissolution spiritual practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you notice ego in daily actions?
  • What small selfless act can you try today?
A Different Perspective

Ego may persist despite good deeds; true selflessness is hard.

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