Christian Quote by John Cassian
“It is impossible for the mind to remain undisturbed by thoughts, but anyone serious about the matter can certainly permit them entry or drive them away, and although their origin does not lie entirely under our control we can choose to approve of them and to adopt them.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Conferences of John Cassian, 5th century
The mind cannot stay free of thoughts, but we can decide which to accept or reject, despite limited control over their origin.
In simple terms: We can choose which thoughts to keep.
Key Takeaway
Practice mindful selection of thoughts.
Themes
self‑control
mindfulness
thought management
Mood
contemplative
determined
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- stressful work
- decision making
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
cognitive choice
psychological agency
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide which thoughts to keep?
- What strategies help you reject unwanted thoughts?
A Different Perspective
Thoughts may still influence emotions even if we reject them.
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