Life Quote by Jack Kornfield
““We can make our minds so like still water that beings gather around us, that they may see their own images, and so live for a moment with a clearer perhaps even a fiercer life because of our quiet. William Butler Yeats””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Collected Poems of W. B. Yeats, 1933
Cultivating inner stillness allows others to see themselves clearly, fostering deeper connection and insight.
In simple terms: Quietness helps others reflect and connect.
Key Takeaway
Practice inner calm to inspire clarity in others.
Themes
mindfulness
reflection
connection
Mood
tranquil
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
spiritual
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- counseling
- leadership
- teaching
Key Concepts
inner peace
self‑reflection
interpersonal influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance stillness with active engagement?
- What practices help you maintain inner calm?
A Different Perspective
Silence can be misinterpreted as disengagement.
![“In the 1970s, for example, I found myself learning to relish the poetry of Andrew Marvell and Sir Thomas Wyatt, and getting a handle on poetry of plainer speech than I had dwelt with heretofore. Which led me into a new appreciation of middle [William Butler ] Yeats, of the short three-beat line…” quote by Adam Kirsch](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3dc/adam-kirsch-38562_andrew_in-the-1970s-for-example-i-found-myself_1542775.jpg)
