Avoiding Quote by Jack Kornfield
“Meditation practice is neither holding on nor avoiding; it is a settling back into the moment, opening to what is there.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A Path With Heart by Jack Kornfield, 1993
Meditation means fully entering the present without clinging or fleeing, allowing what is present to be experienced.
In simple terms: Meditation is fully being present without holding on or avoiding.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the moment as it is.
Themes
mindfulness
presence
acceptance
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- stress reduction
- daily mindfulness
- therapy sessions
- creative work
Key Concepts
Buddhist practice
psychological flexibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What distractions pull you away from the present?
- How can you practice letting go of both clinging and avoidance?
A Different Perspective
It can be hard to stay present when distractions are strong.
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