Agony Quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti
“In the space which thought creates around itself there is no love. This space divides man from man, and in it is all the becoming, the battle of life, the agony and fear. Meditation is the ending of this space, the ending of the me.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Talks at the Royal Festival Hall, 1965
The mental space created by thoughts separates us, causing conflict and fear; meditation dissolves this separation and the ego.
In simple terms: Thoughts create distance; meditation ends it.
Key Takeaway
Practice meditation to reduce mental separation.
Themes
mindfulness
ego
conflict
fear
meditation
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- stress management
- inner peace
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
non‑dual awareness
psychology
spiritual practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your inner dialogue create distance?
- What does “ending the me” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Meditation may be difficult to sustain without guidance.
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