Comes and goes Quote by Jack Kornfield
“To let go does not mean to get rid of. To let go means to let be. When we let be with compassion, things come and go on their own.”
About This Quote
Source Book: A Path with Heart by Jack Kornfield, 1998
True letting go is not discarding, but allowing things to exist with compassion, trusting they will naturally change.
In simple terms: Allow things to be, don’t force removal.
Key Takeaway
Practice compassionate acceptance.
Themes
acceptance
compassion
impermanence
mindfulness
inner peace
Mood
calm
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- stressful situations
- relationships
- grief
- creative blocks
- daily routines
Key Concepts
non‑attachment
presence
self‑compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you compassion while also taking practical steps?
- How does compassion change your view of change?
A Different Perspective
Compassion alone may not resolve practical problems needing action.
