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“The art of living is neither careless drifting on the one hand or fearful clinging to the past on the other. It consist in being completely sensitive to each moment, in regarding it as utterly new and unique, in having the mind open and wholly receptive - Allan Watts” quote by Jack Kornfield
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““The art of living is neither careless drifting on the one hand or fearful clinging to the past on the other. It consist in being completely sensitive to each moment, in regarding it as utterly new and unique, in having the mind open and wholly receptive - Allan Watts””

Jack Kornfield

About This Quote

Source Lecture: “The Art of Living,” 1975

Living fully means avoiding both aimless drifting and fearful clinging, instead staying open, present, and receptive to each unique moment.

In simple terms: Stay present and open to each moment.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate mindful awareness.

Themes

mindfulness presence balance

Mood

calm inspired

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily meditation
  • creative work
  • relationship listening
  • stressful situations

Key Concepts

existentialism psychology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What practices help you stay present?
  • How do you release fear of the past?
A Different Perspective

May be difficult amid constant distractions.

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