Pain Quote by John Kendricks Bang
““Thought is everything. Pain is something. Hence where there is no thought there can be no pain. Wherefore if you have a pain it is evident that you have a thought. To be rid of the pain stop thinking.””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Mindfulness and Pain Management, 2015
Thoughts generate pain; eliminating thought stops pain, suggesting mental focus controls suffering.
In simple terms: Stop thinking to end pain.
Key Takeaway
Practice mindfulness to observe thoughts without attachment.
Themes
mindfulness
pain
thoughts
control
Mood
calm
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- meditation
- stress relief
- chronic pain management
- therapy sessions
Key Concepts
cognitive
mindfulness
awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you notice thoughts that amplify discomfort?
- What non‑thoughtful activity eases your pain?
A Different Perspective
Pain can have physiological causes beyond mental activity.
