--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: ...afflictions arise from identifying…" description: "\"“...afflictions arise from identifying with a false sense of self, whereas great contentment arises from seeing the true nature of things. If one belie..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6b0/karma-lekshe-tsomo-56660_another-opportunity_afflictions-arise-from-identifying-with_316916.jpg" --- # ...afflictions arise from identifying with a false sense… ![“...afflictions arise from identifying with a false sense of self, whereas great contentment arises from seeing the true nature of things. If one believes that the self exists solidly and independently, as it appears, then the dissolution of the self at death is a disaster. But if the self is…” quote by Karma Lekshe Tsomo](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6b0/karma-lekshe-tsomo-56660_another-opportunity_afflictions-arise-from-identifying-with_316916.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6b0/karma-lekshe-tsomo-56660_another-opportunity_afflictions-arise-from-identifying-with_316916.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/6b0/karma-lekshe-tsomo-56660_another-opportunity_afflictions-arise-from-identifying-with_316916.jpg) > ““...afflictions arise from identifying with a false sense of self, whereas great contentment arises from seeing the true nature of things. If one believes that the self exists solidly and independently, as it appears, then the dissolution of the self at death is a disaster. But if the self is understood to be illusory from the beginning, the dissolution of the self at death is simply another opportunity for awakening. The conventional self is simply a convenient designation for the everyday collection of transitory aggregates: body, feelings, recognitions, karmic formations, and consciousness. Ultimately, the self as a permanent entity is an illusion and all attempts to elevate the self merely compound the illusion. The stronger one grasps at the illusory self, the more one suffers when the illusion shatters.”” [Karma Lekshe Tsomo](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/karma-lekshe-tsomo/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Recognizing the self as an illusion reduces fear of death and opens the path to awakening. **In simple terms:** Seeing the self as illusory eases suffering and invites awakening. Key Takeaway Let go of self‑attachment to find peace. Themes philosophy spirituality impermanence ego Mood reflective calm Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - meditation practice - end‑of‑life counseling - psychotherapy - mindfulness retreats Key Concepts non‑self awakening illusion Questions to Reflect On - What does it mean to you that the self is temporary? - How can this view change your daily choices? 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