Desire Quote by Judith Hanson Lasater
““Greed presents itself as the longing for both the material and the nonmaterial, especially wanting more than is needed. However, whatever you stockpile - be it diamonds, big houses, fame, money, proficiency at advanced yoga poses, or less flashy things, you will inevitably encounter two certainties. First, ... all will be lost. Second, these things in and of themselves will never satisfy your cravings, which are expressions of your feelings of fear and emptiness. You see, sometimes we temporarily lose our way, becoming convinced that if we acquire this thing or that skill, we will finally become acceptable to ourselves and to the world. In our fear, we have forgotten that we are already whole.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Path to Wholeness, 2015, Yoga Philosophy Press
Greed is a fear‑driven craving for excess that never satisfies; true wholeness lies in recognizing our inherent completeness.
In simple terms: Greed stems from fear and never fulfills; we are already whole.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate contentment and recognize inner completeness.
Themes
greed
fear
emptiness
spiritual wholeness
mindfulness
Mood
contemplative
calming
inspirational
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- yoga practice
- therapy
- mindfulness meditation
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
non‑attachment
self‑acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fear drive your desires?
- What practices help you feel whole?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex socioeconomic factors.
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