Following Quote by Jon Kabat-Zinn
“I don't want people following Jon Kabat-Zinn. I want them following themselves.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: Mindfulness Workshop, 2015
Encourages self-reliance in mindfulness, suggesting individuals should follow their own inner guidance rather than a single teacher.
In simple terms: Follow your own mindfulness path.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate personal awareness over external guidance.
Themes
mindfulness
self‑reliance
inner guidance
Mood
calm
empowering
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- self‑reflection
- therapy sessions
Key Concepts
psychology of self
meditation practice
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal intuition with external wisdom?
- When is guidance from a teacher beneficial?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on self can ignore valuable teachings.
