Abandonment Quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti
“What sex gives you momentarily is the total abandonment of yourself, then you are back again with your turmoil, so you want a repetition over and over again of that state in which there is no worry, no problem, no self.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: The Nature of Desire, 1970
Temporary escape from self creates a cycle of repeated cravings.
In simple terms: Escaping self leads to repeated longing.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and accept self without avoidance.
Themes
desire
self
repetition
Mood
reflective
serene
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- addiction recovery
- relationship conflicts
- spiritual practice
- creative blocks
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “no self” truly mean to you?
- How can you find stability without constant escape?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex emotional processes.
