Conditions Quote by Laozi
“Pain and happiness are simply conditions of the ego. Forget the ego.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Tao Te Ching, attributed to Laozi, c. 400 BC
Ego creates both pain and joy; releasing attachment to it leads to inner peace.
In simple terms: Ego causes pain and joy.
Let go of ego.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- therapy
- daily reflection
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does ego influence your decisions?
- What practices help diminish ego?
Ego can also motivate growth when balanced.