Books Quote by Jack Kornfield
““This is like beginning to read a book. When we start, we will often be interrupted by many distractions around us. But if it is a good book, perhaps a mystery novel, by the last chapter we will be so absorbed in the plot that people can walk right by us and we will not notice them. In meditation at first, thoughts carry us away and we think them for a long time. Then, as concentration grows we remember our breath in the middle of a thought. Later we can notice thoughts just as they arise or allow them to pass in the background, so focused on the breath that we are undisturbed by their movement. As””
About This Quote
Source Book: A Path with Heart by Jack Kornfield, 1993
Meditation starts with frequent distractions, but with practice concentration deepens, allowing thoughts to pass without disturbance.
In simple terms: Meditation improves focus over time.
Key Takeaway
Practice regularly to deepen concentration.
Themes
mindfulness
focus
discipline
Mood
calm
focused
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- study sessions
- creative work
- stressful meetings
Key Concepts
meditation
attention
mental training
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you gently bring attention back when distracted?
- What habits help sustain practice?
A Different Perspective
Progress can be slow and may feel frustrating initially.
