Change Quote by Jalaluddin Rumi
““WHO MAKES THESE CHANGES? Who makes these changes? I shoot an arrow right. It lands left. I ride after a deer and find myself chased by a hog. I plot to get what I want and end up in prison. I dig pits to trap others and fall in. I should be suspicious of what I want. DROWNING””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Untitled (modern reinterpretation), 2020
The speaker warns that desires lead to contradictory outcomes and self‑destruction.
In simple terms: Desires can trap you in cycles of conflict.
Key Takeaway
Beware of unchecked ambition.
Themes
desire
consequence
self‑sabotage
Mood
cautionary
reflective
Type
spiritual
psychological
When to use this quote
- goal setting
- risk taking
- addiction recovery
- legal decisions
Key Concepts
paradox
karma
self‑awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden motives drive your actions?
- Can you recognize when a desire becomes harmful?
A Different Perspective
Desires may be necessary for growth, but unchecked they cause harm.
